The Holbrook (Ariz.) Tribune-News has an article about the restoration work being done on Holbrook's historic railroad depot. ... The project is slightly behind schedule, mainly due to the need for changes in the restoration plans, but he still expects the majority of work to be complete in time for the busiest part of tourist … Continue reading Work on Holbrook railroad depot progresses
Month: May 2006
Irishman will drive Route 66 to help hospital
David Mitchell, an actor in Ireland, will tour Route 66 on a BMW motorcycle with the Route 66 Challenge to raise money for Temple Street Children's Hospital in Dublin, according to Dublinpeople.com. “My efforts this year are to assist the ICU in getting a CT scanner and we hope to raise close to the necessary … Continue reading Irishman will drive Route 66 to help hospital
Willys Jeep reunion set this weekend in Springfield, Ill.
The Route 66 Hotel and Conference Center in Springfield, Ill., will be the site of the first Willys Jeep reunion this coming weekend. There will be about 70 Willys Jeeps on display, reports the Springfield Journal-Register. Dennis Caraway, spokesman for the reunion, said vehicles will range from the classic Army Jeep to the Jeepster convertible. … Continue reading Willys Jeep reunion set this weekend in Springfield, Ill.
Art show set for Sapulpa in early June
The Sapulpa Daily Herald has details about the Route 66 Art Show & Sale in the Collins Ballroom in Sapulpa, Okla., on June 2-3. Information also can be found here.
Roller Rapper announces kickoff site for 66 tour
Those who've been early readers of this site might remember the announcement that Robby Love, aka the Roller Rapper, and his bevy of babes were going to embark on a Route 66 tour this summer. Another press release Tuesday night announced Love's kickoff of the tour on July 6 with a show at USA Skates … Continue reading Roller Rapper announces kickoff site for 66 tour
Details on the Edwardsville Route 66 Festival
The Madison County Record has details about the 10th annual Route 66 Festival in Edwardsville, Ill., on June 9-10. The gala has one new twist: A new program that will be added this year is the Poker Run. This is a fun and exciting event that will be offered from 3-6 p.m. Participants will travel … Continue reading Details on the Edwardsville Route 66 Festival
The Fat Man, post-walk
Steve Vaught of thefatmanwalking.com in his May 15 journal (at the bottom of the page) tells about the leg of his cross-country walk from the West Coast to New York City and his return home. So ... I wonder what's next for him?
“Cars” cast member interviewed
KOTV in Tulsa interviewed author Michael Wallis, who supplied the voice of the Sheriff in the upcoming Pixar film "Cars," co-wrote "The Art of Cars" book about the making of the film, and was a technical adviser for the movie. Wallis said: "This was a tremendous opportunity. Because I'm telling you this, the Pixar crew, … Continue reading “Cars” cast member interviewed
Pain Walker sets up visit in Flagstaff
After a couple of meet-and-greets in Phoenix, Dennis Kinch, who is walking Route 66 to raise awareness for the National Pain Foundation, has set up a session in Flagstaff to meet the public tomorrow. Event Location and Time The Print Shop 2355 N Steves Blvd, Suite A (across from Olson Grain, next to Goodwill) … Continue reading Pain Walker sets up visit in Flagstaff
Time magazine takes a look at “Cars”
Richard Corliss of Time magazine had a chance to see Pixar's "Cars" and interview director John Lasseter. I think Corliss liked the film: Existing both in turbo-charged today and the gentler '50s, straddling the realms of Pixar styling and old Disney heart, this new-model Cars is an instant classic. Also, for those wishing that Lasseter … Continue reading Time magazine takes a look at “Cars”