Six month after nearly dying in an accident on Route 66 in Arizona, endurance athlete James Cracknell participated in an ultramarathon in Yukon Territory of Canada during severely cold temperatures, according to an excellent article by Chris Harvey for The Telegraph in London. The Yukon adventure closed a chapter for Cracknell, who is still dealing … Continue reading Injured endurance athlete closes a chapter
Day: March 14, 2011
Mining and Route 66 museum coming to Godley
An Illinois Route 66 Mining Museum soon will be established in the old City Hall building of Godley, Ill., according to a news release today. Exhibits will feature the region's mining roots, its ancient beginnings unearthed as the result of the mining industry, the Route 66 culture the evolved along the way, and other topics … Continue reading Mining and Route 66 museum coming to Godley
Oklahoma House passes bicycle trail bill
The Oklahoma House voted 71-20 today to advance a measure that would create a 90-mile bicycle trail on Oklahoma Highway 66 from Sapulpa to Edmond. The bill, introduced by Rep. Lewis Moore (R-Arcadia), contained a few notable amendments before it was voted on by the House: The name of the trail was changed from "Historic … Continue reading Oklahoma House passes bicycle trail bill