Another one gone

The neon sign of the Western Capri Motel in southwest Tulsa was replaced last week with a less interesting sign, I discovered Wednesday. The motel is on the Skelly Drive alignment of Route 66, near Interstate 44 / Oklahoma 66. I talked to Dara, who was working the front desk of the motel. I asked … Continue reading Another one gone

Ham radio operators start celebration of Route 66

The Springfield (Mo.) News-Leader reminds us that amateur radio operators across the nation are celebrating the 80th anniversary of Route 66 today through Sept. 17. That includes broadcasts today from Route 66 Days in Strafford, Mo., and, from what I hear, Route 66 Harley Davidson in Tulsa. The Citrus Belt Amateur Radio Club in California … Continue reading Ham radio operators start celebration of Route 66

Lewis Motel sign up for sale

The neon sign from the closed Lewis Motel on Route 66 in Vinita, Okla., is for sale on eBay. You can see the listing here. Bidding starts at $50, and the auction ends in about a week. There's sad news about the motel, though. The seller says: The motel has recently closed and will be … Continue reading Lewis Motel sign up for sale

Route 66 blog roundup

Anthony Ross, whose roadside artwork has been mentioned on this site, has a new blog, Roadsigns. Steve and Lizzie have Route 66 included in Steve and Lizzie's Great American Road Trip blog. Jgmoney has created a new blog called Postcards from the Mother Road. He and Nancy are driving the entire length of Route 66 … Continue reading Route 66 blog roundup