Bob Moore, who is executive editor of Route 66 Magazine, says that three episodes of his new Route 66 Radio Show have been aired at KTOX-AM 1340 in Needles, Calif., with more to come. Bob advises that if you want a radio station in your area to air the show, have them contact Dave Hayes … Continue reading Route 66 Radio Show is on the air
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.
La Cita in Tucumcari reopens
I enjoy Jane Dippel's periodic reports on the Route 66 yahoogroup. She drives long stretches of the road at least twice a year, and keeps her eyes open. Today, she reported that La Cita restaurant at 812 Tucumcari Blvd. (Route 66) in Tucumcari, N.M., had reopened after a lengthy hiatus. This was a significant development; … Continue reading La Cita in Tucumcari reopens
“Cars” clips seen at WonderCon
Diana Slampyak reports for IESB.net site about seeing two extended clips from Pixar's Route 66-themed movie, "Cars," at WonderCon in San Francisco over the weekend. Slampyak was impressed in how Pixar managed the trick of merging human characteristics to cars. And they successfully did, at least to me, as I watched the first clip from … Continue reading “Cars” clips seen at WonderCon
Magazine touts two Route 66 motels
Tracy Staton of American Way magazine recently picked her 15 favorite vintage motels in the United States. Both Wigwam Motels on Route 66 -- the one in Holbrook, Ariz., and the one in Rialto, Calif. -- made the cut. I'm just disappointed this one didn't make the list. (Hat tip to Manoj Patel at the … Continue reading Magazine touts two Route 66 motels
Carthage courthouse may add Route 66 museum
The Carthage (Mo.) Press reports that Jasper County commissioners are considering adding a Route 66 museum in the south wing of the historic county courthouse. The story is here.
History Channel wants to help preserve history
The History Channel is launching a Save Our History grant program. In total, $250,000 worth of grants up to $10,000 each will be given historical organizations, schools, or youth groups that teach students their local history and get them involved in preservation. History museums, preservation groups, government agencies and other groups are eligible to apply. … Continue reading History Channel wants to help preserve history
Twilight Zone at the Summit Inn
Ace Jackalope of The Lope blog continues his Route 66 trip through the California desert. Included is Ace's link of the Summit Inn near Cajon Pass to "The Twilight Zone" television show. There also are plenty of nice photos of old neon signs in San Bernardino and Rialto.
Fat Man gives more details on his break
Steve Vaught of thefatmanwalking.com tells more about his hiatus from his walk across America. In short, he realizes he won't reach his weight-loss goal by simply walking. So he's taken a three-week break and has enlisted the help of a trainer to exercise more effectively. The details are on his Feb. 10 journal entry here … Continue reading Fat Man gives more details on his break
Draft of Illinois Route 66 bike trail developed
The Pontiac Daily Leader has a story about the proposed trail. But to view the whole map, go here for a nine-page Acrobat file. Looking over the maps, it looks like there are long stretches that hop around Route 66 and don't go on it, especially north. I'm sure it's for safety reasons it goes … Continue reading Draft of Illinois Route 66 bike trail developed
Indian crafts — fake or genuine?
Here's a good idea: The New Mexico Legislature is considering a certification stamp for arts and crafts made by American Indians in New Mexico, according to an AP story. A similar setup exists in Alaska. The stamp, it is hoped, would create a stronger market for the real stuff and devalue the fakes coming from … Continue reading Indian crafts — fake or genuine?