The so-called "third hour" of NBC-TV's "Today" show will broadcast from downtown Springfield, Missouri, as part of Route 66's centennial kickoff. According to the program, hosts Al Roker and Dylan Dryer will be live from Birthplace Plaza at 5:30 a.m. local time: We'll take you along for an incredible tour of everything the city has … Continue reading “Today” show crew broadcasting from downtown Springfield, Missouri, on April 30
Route 66 traveling exhibit coming to Springfield, Missouri
A traveling exhibit commemorating the centennial of Route 66 will arrive in downtown Springfield, Missouri, on April 30. The “Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit” will debut at the Gillioz Gallery, 325 Park Central East, in Springfield, reported the Springfield News-Leader. The exhibit features nearly two dozen large-scale interpretive panels, audiovisual mini-documentaries and educational components highlighting the diverse … Continue reading Route 66 traveling exhibit coming to Springfield, Missouri
Hotel Beale neon sign in Kingman to be relighted on May 2 as part of Fun Run after-party event
The historic Hotel Beale neon sign in Kingman, Arizona, will be relighted for the first time in more than 40 years during an after-party event of the Route 66 Fun Run at 7:30 p.m. on May 2. After the ceremony, there will be live music, a beer garden and dancing in the parking lot at … Continue reading Hotel Beale neon sign in Kingman to be relighted on May 2 as part of Fun Run after-party event
Tulsa unveils musical road on Route 66
A new musical road has been unveiled on Route 66 -- this time, on the historic 11th Street Bridge that crosses the Arkansas River in Tulsa. When a motorist drives over specially designed rumble strips on the bridge at 35 mph, one will hear the melody of Oklahoma native Woody Guthrie's iconic song "This Land … Continue reading Tulsa unveils musical road on Route 66
Kix on 66 restaurant owners in Tucumcari reopen with new name, new site to the west
The popular Kix on 66 restaurant in Tucumcari, New Mexico, which closed almost a year ago due to a kitchen fire, has reopened as SideKix on 66 about a mile to the west. Owners Todd and Donna Halfhill bought the former Loretta's Burrito Hut building at 321 E. Route 66 Blvd. last fall and reopened … Continue reading Kix on 66 restaurant owners in Tucumcari reopen with new name, new site to the west
Watson’s BBQ in Tucumcari closes after its building comes under contract
The owners of the acclaimed Watson's BBQ in Tucumcari, New Mexico, housed in Tucumcari Ranch Supply, closed Saturday after the building they had for sale for several years came under contract last week. Jimmy and Stella Watson, who owned Tucumcari Ranch Supply since 1980 and opened Watson's BBQ there in 2008, are in their 70s … Continue reading Watson’s BBQ in Tucumcari closes after its building comes under contract
2LaneLife announces cross-country Route 66 journey to celebrate centennial
2LaneLife is embarking on a cross-country journey along Route 66 in celebration of the highway's centennial and the United States’ 250th birthday. The project aims to raise awareness of the highway and encourage travelers to experience it firsthand. The team will begin their journey in April in Milwaukee, picking up Harley-Davidsons for the ride, and then travel from … Continue reading 2LaneLife announces cross-country Route 66 journey to celebrate centennial
Route 66 Association of Missouri offering its first centennial coin to members
The Route 66 Association of Missouri is offering its first of four centennial coins to members exclusively until tomorrow. After that, it goes on sale to the general public. The other three coins will be offered every two months. The coins are limited to production runs of 300 each. Association member Jax Welborn designed them. … Continue reading Route 66 Association of Missouri offering its first centennial coin to members
Amarillo City Council advances plan for Route 66 interactive mural
The Amarillo City Council recently held a first reading for a resolution that would allow a large, Route 66-themed "story wall" near downtown. The Amarillo Globe-News reported the interactive mural -- titled "66 Stories from Route 66" -- will be on an underpass by Transformation Park to better connect downtown to Sixth Street (aka Route … Continue reading Amarillo City Council advances plan for Route 66 interactive mural
Paradise Motel signs removed from Tucumcari return back to New Mexico
The Paradise Motel neon signs that once stood at a long-closed motel in Tucumcari, New Mexico, recently returned to the Land of Enchantment. The Facebook account for Glorieta Station in Albuquerque recently revealed that it had obtained the signs from John and Mary Thoresen of Wisconsin. The signs are now undergoing restoration by West Hand … Continue reading Paradise Motel signs removed from Tucumcari return back to New Mexico