Here's the cover art for the second part of the DVD release of the first season of the original "Route 66" television show. As you can see, it's similar to the first set. As previously reported, it's another four-disc set that retails for $29.95. Amazon.com is already taking pre-orders for a substantial discount. I e-mailed … Continue reading More details about “Route 66, Season One, Volume Two”
Day: December 16, 2007
Miami will receive grants for Route 66 projects
The Joplin (Mo.) Globe reports that the Route 66 town of Miami, Okla., will shell out about $150,000 for historical markers and other projects along the Mother Road. About $120,000 of that will come from the National Scenic Byways program, while the rest will be provided by the city and tourism bureau. The projects are: … Continue reading Miami will receive grants for Route 66 projects
McKinley Bridge reopens to traffic Monday
If you want to finally drive Route 66 over the Mississippi River to St. Louis, you'll finally have your chance after about 3 p.m. Monday. The Belleville (Ill.) News-Democrat reports that the McKinley Bridge, which was closed since 2001 for much-needed repairs, will open at mid-afternoon Monday at the latest. The 1910 bridge carried an … Continue reading McKinley Bridge reopens to traffic Monday