Travelers who drive into Carthage, Mo., on Route 66 will quickly note the striking architecture of the Jasper County Courthouse, which was built in the 1890s. But behind those courthouse walls is a mural that's every bit as striking. In 1976, local artist Lowell Davis painted the 26-foot-long mural that depicts the history of Jasper … Continue reading Carthage mural will mark 30th anniversary
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.
Making a list
Using our favorite road as a bit of inspiration, the Lincoln-Logan County Chamber of Commerce in Illinois is compiling a list of "66 Things You Won't See Anywhere Else" for an upcoming brochure, reports the Lincoln Courier. "If you know of any odd or obscure, weird or wacky, historic or quirky attractions that are unique … Continue reading Making a list
Model A drivers visit Route 66 museum
The Illinois Route 66 Hall of Fame and Museum in Pontiac draws plenty of visitors who drive classic cars. On Friday, it was a bunch of Ford Model A owners, reports the Pontiac Daily Leader.
Art Deco building in Tulsa for sale on eBay
If you love Art Deco architecture and Route 66, eBay has a building for you in Tulsa. Keller Williams Realty has a 16,000-square-foot building on East 11th Street in Tulsa for sale. Opening bid is $495,000, with the auction ending on Oct. 26. According to the seller, it's been extensively refurbished. And the rooftop area's … Continue reading Art Deco building in Tulsa for sale on eBay
Clinton preparing for Route 66 festival
The 2007 Route 66 Festival will be in Clinton, Okla., on June 21-24, and the chamber of commerce has sent a news release announcing that it's getting ready for it. Although it seems slightly odd the town is already making preparations when the first snowflake hasn't even fallen in the Sooner State, one should remember … Continue reading Clinton preparing for Route 66 festival
Ultra-Marathon Man
Dean Karnazes is more than just a marathon runner. He's what's described as an ultra marathon runner. His goal is to run 50 marathons in 50 days in 50 states. He's in Tulsa right now, running on the course that will be used for the Route 66 Marathon on Nov. 19. He's just finished the … Continue reading Ultra-Marathon Man
Look out for that …
If you were traveling Route 66 in western New Mexico and had to deal with a power outage at your favorite motel or restaurant, blame this guy.
Gillioz Theatre will reopen Tuesday
It's taken 16 years, but historic Gillioz Theatre along an alignment of old Route 66 in Springfield, Mo., is set to have its grand re-opening Tuesday to kick of more than two weeks' worth of events. Excellent coverage of the Gillioz's refurbishment and impending reopening can be read with the Springfield News-Leader's coverage here and … Continue reading Gillioz Theatre will reopen Tuesday
Joplin museum chief honored
Brad Belk, executive director of the Joplin Museum Complex in Joplin, Mo., was one of six people recognized for the 2006 Governor's Humanities Award, reports the Joplin Globe. Here's how he got it: The honor recognizes Belk's work in historic preservation, said Allen Shirley, of Joplin, who made the nomination. Shirley said the award honors … Continue reading Joplin museum chief honored
New restaurant is in a historic building
An Omaha Jack's Grillhouse & Brewery has opened at Foothill Boulevard in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., according to this restaurant review in the Inland Press-Enterprise. Not only is the restaurant on Route 66, but it appears to be in a significantly historic building: The 8,700-square-foot building, once housed the Masi Brothers Winery, one of few buildings that … Continue reading New restaurant is in a historic building