A few months ago, it was reported that Terri Ryburn had purchased a historic gas station at 305 Pine St. in Normal, Ill., with the hopes of remodeling it into a bed-and-breakfast, restaurant, gift shop and a Route 66 visitors center.
WJBC radio reports that Ryburn says the repairs have been more expensive than anticipated, and she’s hoping for a $400,000 grant from the city to expedite her efforts.
That’s a big request, but the mayor hasn’t said no, and has encouraged Ryburn to meet with council members to discuss her business plan further.