Capitol Christmas tree to cruise Route 66

For the first time, Arizona will provide the big Christmas tree that graces the nation's Capitol in Washington, D.C., reports the Williams-Grand Canyon News. That tree will be transported through the Route 66 town of Williams before heading to the Beltway. The Capitol Christmas tree will pass through Williams at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday and be … Continue reading Capitol Christmas tree to cruise Route 66

Meet at the Pier

The Santa Monica (Calif.) Daily Press has a preview story today about the ceremony Wednesday morning that will name the Santa Monica Pier as the official western end of Route 66. The actual endings of U.S. 66 was in downtown Los Angeles, then later at Olympic and Lincoln boulevards in Santa Monica (about a mile … Continue reading Meet at the Pier

Veterans Day tribute

Here is a list of military personnel from Route 66 towns who have died in Iraq and Afghanistan. I’ve also added informative links to each of the fallen, wherever possible. ILLINOIS Chicago Staff Sgt. Oscar D. Vargas-Medina, died May 1, 2004 1st Sgt. Edward Smith, died April 5, 2003 Sgt. Ivory L. Phipps, died March … Continue reading Veterans Day tribute