Gord Goble of IGN.com checked out the new video game, "Harley-Davidson: Race to the Rally," which reportedly contains a segment of Route 66 as a part of its cross-country motorcycle journey. Goble didn't like it much; he described it as "disappointing" and graded it a mediocre 5 of a possible 10. And apparently the game's … Continue reading Review of “Harley-Davidson: Race to the Rally”
Author: Ron Warnick
I'm the editor and publisher of Route 66 News, a clearinghouse of events, information, and entertainment pertaining to historic U.S. 66, the Mother Road.
A visit to Williams, Ariz.
Paul Sullivan writes a feature about the Route 66 town of Williams, Ariz., for the Fredericksburg (Va.) Free Lance-Star and does a good job capturing the city's friendly charm, natural attractions and -- one thing that's often overlooked -- its walkability. Williams is practically a bedroom community for those who are checking out the nearby … Continue reading A visit to Williams, Ariz.
Route 66 district fights street closure proposal
San Jacinto Christian Academy, a private school in Amarillo, Texas, wants to close adjacent streets, citing the safety of kids going to and from school, according to the Amarillo Globe-News (free registration required). The neighborhood is fighting the proposal, though. It fears the street closings will adversely affect businesses along the U.S. Route 66-Sixth Street … Continue reading Route 66 district fights street closure proposal
Route 66 business owner honored
I missed this somewhere, but this opinion piece in the Mountain View Telegraph reveals that Mike Anaya, owner of Mike's Friendly Store on old Route 66 in Moriarty, N.M., was inducted into the New Mexico Business Hall of Fame. Anaya is no absentee owner. He's easy to find at his supermarket and is not afraid … Continue reading Route 66 business owner honored
Thoughts on El Vado hearing
Johnny Meier, a longtime member of the New Mexico Route 66 Association, attended the recent hearing regarding the demolition application of El Vado Motel in Albuquerque. Here are excerpts from an e-mail of his thoughts: The projected income was argued by the developer to be considered as an unreasonable rate of return given the cost … Continue reading Thoughts on El Vado hearing
Re-use of a historic Route 66 motel
Following a discussion about preserving historic Route 66 motels on the Albuquerque blog Duke City Fix, contributor Arizona Phil found this fascinating Albuquerque Journal story about developers converting the old Cactus Motel, along old Route 66 in Santa Fe, into the Cactus Centro business center. The anchor is the Sun Loan Company, where the former … Continue reading Re-use of a historic Route 66 motel
“Cars” gets one Golden Globe nomination
The hit Disney-Pixar movie about Route 66, "Cars," received just one nomination from the Golden Globes today, and that was for the new Best Animated Feature Film category. Its competition is "Happy Feet" and "Monster House." Disappointingly, composer Randy Newman and "Our Town" were not nominated for score and best song. Instead of Newman and … Continue reading “Cars” gets one Golden Globe nomination
El Vado’s fate remains in limbo
The City of Albuquerque's Landmarks and Urban Commission held a hearing for 3 1/2 hours Wednesday, but no decision was made about whether to allow a demolition permit for the historic Route 66 motel, according to the Albuquerque Tribune. The commission will hold another meeting Jan. 10 to hear more witnesses and testimony. Based on … Continue reading El Vado’s fate remains in limbo
Historic service station in limbo
Here's an item from the Ontario (Calif.) Daily Bulletin that's a bit discouraging: RANCHO CUCAMONGA - The historic gas station on Foothill Boulevard west of Archibald Avenue, one of the last relics of the Route 66 days, has been fenced off for some time now but the city says no plans for the station have … Continue reading Historic service station in limbo
Western Motel in Bethany gets a reprieve
Several weeks ago, it appeared the historic Western Motel in Bethany, Okla., was in jeopardy. The manager was busted during a prostitution sting, and the city filed a notice to abate the nuisance -- usually a first step that leads to a motel's demolition. But things have changed. The motel's owner, Ken Patel, has taken … Continue reading Western Motel in Bethany gets a reprieve