Pecos Theatre in Santa Rosa expected to reopen by April

The Pecos Theatre along the original Route 66 in downtown Santa Rosa, New Mexico, is expected to reopen in April after a lengthy renovation by Guadalupe County, the owner of the historic property. The most recent print edition of The Communicator newspaper in Santa Rosa, citing county manager Kenneth Flores, had the scoop: Last week, … Continue reading Pecos Theatre in Santa Rosa expected to reopen by April

“The Bikes of Wrath” traces the Joads’ journey down Route 66

A new documentary, "The Bikes of Wrath," contains an intriguing premise -- five Australians on bicycles trace the path of the Joad family in the John Steinbeck novel "The Grapes of Wrath." PEZ Cycling News reports: The five Australian friends range in age from 24 to 35 and are a diverse lot: two were raised … Continue reading “The Bikes of Wrath” traces the Joads’ journey down Route 66

“I Am Route 66” project focuses on its people

Those who've been on Facebook in recent weeks may have noticed photographs of people along the Mother Road and their handwritten thoughts for the "I Am Route 66" project. Surfing through the website, I've counted about 20 people from Route 66 with their images and writings -- mostly from the Texas Panhandle and eastern New … Continue reading “I Am Route 66” project focuses on its people

Monterey Motel may become Albuquerque historic landmark

The Monterey Motel, once known as the Monterey Non-Smokers Motel, has been nominated as an Albuquerque historic landmark. According to a story from KRQE-TV, the city's Landmarks Commission will discuss the Monterey Motel nomination on Feb. 13. If the commission approves it, it moves on to final approval to the city council. Here's the story … Continue reading Monterey Motel may become Albuquerque historic landmark

U.S. House passes Route 66 Centennial Commission Act

The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 66, known as the Route 66 Centennial Commission Act, with wide bipartisan support Wednesday. U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Ill.), who sponsored the bill, made this statement after the House advanced the bill: "Route 66 is a symbol of American independence and prosperity. I am proud to have America’s … Continue reading U.S. House passes Route 66 Centennial Commission Act

The key player in Tulsa’s 11th Street revitalization

A few days ago, the Tulsa World newspaper ran a column about local developer Aaron Meek and the recent opening of Meadow Gold lofts near the historic Meadow Gold sign along Route 66 in Tulsa. Meek's father and two uncles once owned Meek's Furniture along 11th Street (aka Route 66) until the neighborhood declined and … Continue reading The key player in Tulsa’s 11th Street revitalization

Fire damages closed Brookshire Motel in Tulsa

Fire on Wednesday afternoon damaged the historic but closed Brookshire Motel along Route 66 in Tulsa, also damaging its slim chances for a new owner to buy and revitalize it. The fire at the property at 11017 E. 11th St. (aka Route 66) first was reported about 5 p.m., reported the Tulsa World. According to … Continue reading Fire damages closed Brookshire Motel in Tulsa

Woody’s Diner in Miami is up for sale

The historic Woody's Diner along Route 66 in Miami, Oklahoma, is for sale for $330,000 as a turnkey operation. The Joplin Globe reports the 1930s diner at 227 S. Main St. (aka Route 66) contains all the kitchen equipment and seating as part of the sale. It also was renovated in 2009 and professionally cleaned … Continue reading Woody’s Diner in Miami is up for sale

Los Angeles group buys gay-friendly Habana Inn in Oklahoma City

The Habana Inn, the "largest gay resort in the Southwest" that recently marked its 50th anniversary in Oklahoma City, recently was sold to a Los Angeles ownership group. According to a story filed by the Associated Press, Alternatives Resorts bought the 170-room Habana Inn for $2.4 million. More from the AP story: Alternatives Resorts spokesman … Continue reading Los Angeles group buys gay-friendly Habana Inn in Oklahoma City

Tulsa adding Route 66 stencils on pavement

The city of Tulsa last week began painting Route 66 shields on the pavement of the Mother Road on the east and west sides of town. The Tulsa Route 66 Commission stated on its Facebook page it wants to place the shields along regular intervals on the entire stretch of Tulsa's Route 66. The shields … Continue reading Tulsa adding Route 66 stencils on pavement