In addition to guidebooks devoted to all 2,400 miles of Route 66, a bunch of volumes have been published that are more narrowly focused by geography. Individual books have been devoted to the Mother Road in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona and California, in addition to the cities of Los Angeles and Chicago. However, … Continue reading Book review: “Route 66 in St. Louis”
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 glimpse of a 1948 road trip
Here's an explanation for this amazing YouTube video: In 1948, the Osborn family loaded up their vehicle and headed for West Virginia. Their starting point was Redlands, CA. The film was shot in 1948 with an 8mm movie camera. Back in those days, Route 66 was one of the major west-east routes, thus the theme … Continue reading A glimpse of a 1948 road trip
Barstow museum to mark eighth anniversary
The Barstow Route 66 Mother Road Museum in Barstow, Calif., will mark its eighth anniversary with a special event on Saturday, June 14, reports the Desert Dispatch. There will be a car and motorcycle show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. that day. A registration form for those wanting to participate is here. One of … Continue reading Barstow museum to mark eighth anniversary
Memorial Day tribute
Here are the soldiers from Route 66 towns who have died in Iraq and Afghanistan. ILLINOIS Chicago Staff Sgt. Oscar D. Vargas-Medina, died May 1, 2004 1st Sgt. Edward Smith, died April 5, 2003 Sgt. Ivory L. Phipps, died March 17, 2004 Pfc. Torry D. Harris, died July 13, 2004 Sgt. Sirlou C. Cuaresma, died … Continue reading Memorial Day tribute
POPS doubles Arcadia’s sales-tax revenue
I can't say that I'm surprised by this story from the Edmond (Okla.) Sun: The most recent Oklahoma Tax Commission figures indicates that Arcadia’s sales tax revenue has doubled since POPS opened there last August. [...] August to January sales tax revenue is $123,365 compared to $59,137 for those months of the previous calendar year. … Continue reading POPS doubles Arcadia’s sales-tax revenue
Route 66 winery wins top award
Summerside Vineyards and Winery, right on Route 66 in Vinita, Okla., won the coveted Double Gold award at the Finger Lakes International Wine Competition in New York earlier this month, reports the High Plains Journal. Summerside's big winner was its cream sherry. "We've always known this was a special wine," said Marsha Butler, Summerside Vineyards … Continue reading Route 66 winery wins top award
Upcoming TV drama takes place in Albuquerque
The USA Network is about to air a new crime drama called "In Plain Sight," with the premiere on June 1. The gist of the story is that U.S. marshal Mary Shannon (played by Mary McCormack) is part of the Federal Witness protection program in the Albuquerque/Santa Fe, N.M., region. Media Blvd. magazine interviewed "In … Continue reading Upcoming TV drama takes place in Albuquerque
“Rise up … c’mon, rise up”
This song has been echoing through my head since the Rock Cafe was destroyed by fire. The Boss often has been likened to a revival preacher at his fiery shows. But here, he truly shows his gospel side. This is dedicated to Dawn and the rest of the Rock Cafe gang.
Skateboard kicks
Here's a short video of a bunch of skateboarders who took a trip on Route 66, looking for adventure. At one point, you'll see them at a certain landmark in Holbrook, Ariz.
POPS will launch soda-buying kiosk on Tuesday
In case the 500 or so brands of soft drinks in the coolers at POPS in Arcadia, Oka., aren't enough, the Route 66 business is set to launch a kiosk that will allow customers to ship 700 brands of soda anywhere nationwide. The ceremonial first order will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday by Oklahoma first … Continue reading POPS will launch soda-buying kiosk on Tuesday