The Route 66 town of Elkhart, Ill., learned this week that its only school -- an elementary one -- would be shut down after the end of the school year, according to the Lincoln Courier. The school has just 66 students and has been suffering from poor finances. The students will be sent to Mount … Continue reading Bad news for a Route 66 town
Day: November 25, 2006
Joplin museum director honored by governor
Brad Belk, executive director of the Joplin (Mo.) Museum Complex, was given the 2006 Governor's Humanities Community Heritage Award. According to a news release: This award recognizes a special contribution to a community’s understanding of its heritage. Here's a rundown of Belk's accomplishments. In addition to helping a prominent Route 66 town, he's also served … Continue reading Joplin museum director honored by governor
Musician posts video postcast of Route 66 trip
Canadian musician Melissa McClelland embarked on a Route 66 trip, and one segment of a six-part video podcast documenting that journey will be posted each week online. Based on what I saw with Part 1, it's going to be an excellent series. It's well-shot and edited, roadies will recognize several of the people and sights … Continue reading Musician posts video postcast of Route 66 trip