You may remember the story of Michelle Thompson, the woman who bicycled Route 66 to raise awareness of oral cancer and raise funds for her ill brother, John Thompson. She pedaled to her brother's house in Costa Mesa, Calif., on Christmas Day, shortly after finishing her trek on the Mother Road. Today, I received word … Continue reading Sad news
Day: May 9, 2007
Behind the wheel, Part 2
This isn't a Sunday drive in a Model A. This is a video from a helmet cam by a racer at Route 66 Karting in Albuquerque. It is on Route 66, so it's another way to get your kicks. 😉 The driver makes an overaggressive move about the three-minute mark and wipes out. No blood, … Continue reading Behind the wheel, Part 2
Missouri town unveils newest mural
The Route 66 town of Cuba, Mo., rapidly becoming known as Mural City, unveiled its newest creation on Monday, according to the Cuba Free Press: The city’s newest mural celebrates the life and service of entrepreneur Bill Wallis to the Cuba community. It also honors the Missouri Highway Patrol, now celebrating their 75th year as … Continue reading Missouri town unveils newest mural