The Arbors at Route 66 is a planned mixed-use development along Foothill Boulevard (Route 66) and Grove Avenue in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. But the project is encountering resistance from residents, mostly because of traffic concerns, reports the Ontario (Calif.) Daily Bulletin. The proposal is for 23 single-family homes, 75 townhomes and more than 12,600 square … Continue reading Route 66 development encounters opposition
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Litchfield cafe-motel complex named to National Register
The Belvedere Cafe and Motel on 817 Old Route 66 in Litchfield, Ill., was named to the National Register of Historic Places on March 2. The Belvedere is better-known as the former home of the Route 66 Cafe before it moved down the street a few years ago. Last I heard, the restaurant building was … Continue reading Litchfield cafe-motel complex named to National Register
A brief tour of StableRidge Winery
The OfficialBestOf.com folks put together a nice two-minute video tour of StableRidge Winery, which is on old Route 66 in Stroud, Okla.
Route 66 root beer maker bought out
According to a news release, Route 66 Soda & Bottling Co. of Wilmington, Ill., was acquired by Route 66 Sodas LLC on March 1. The company was founded by Larry Tarantolo in 1996, a longtime supporter of the road. The rechistened company is led by Scott A. Cameron. The acquisition includes the soft drink formulas … Continue reading Route 66 root beer maker bought out
Memories of Missouri’s Route 66
David Holsted, a writer for the Harrison (Ark.) Daily Times, shares vivid childhood memories of his family traveling across Route 66 in Missouri, including his fervent wishes to stop at the Mule Trading Post near Rolla. Here's an excerpt: All manner of vehicles shared the road with us – rusty pickups, log trucks, semis, station … Continue reading Memories of Missouri’s Route 66
Solar-powered beer on Route 66
Only this would happen in an alt-energy state like New Mexico. The Mountain View Telegraph has the story. This at least gives me another reason to stop here in Moriarty to wet my whistle the next time I'm Mother Roading near the Duke City. "I'm not not just a drinking a beer. I'm helping prevent … Continue reading Solar-powered beer on Route 66
Joplin barbershop designated a historic landmark
Dale's Ole 66 Barber Shop, at Utica Street and Euclid Avenue in Joplin, Mo., was designated a historical landmark by the Joplin Historic Preservation Commission, reports the Joplin Globe. The city will put up a sign outside the shop denoting its status. Any further changes planned for the building must be approved by the commission. … Continue reading Joplin barbershop designated a historic landmark
Illinois Hall of Fame needs nominees
The Illinois Route 66 Hall of Fame in Pontiac is seeking nominations for its Class of 2007, reports the Pontiac Daily Leader. Nominations may be submitted to: Route 66 Association of Illinois, Attention: Hall of Fame Committee, 110 W. Howard St., Pontiac, IL 61764. Deadline for receiving the applications is March 10. Induction ceremonies will … Continue reading Illinois Hall of Fame needs nominees
Way to go, SUV driver
A historic building on Route 66 in Carthage, Mo., was torn down Wednesday, essentially because of a careless SUV driver a few weeks ago. According to the Carthage Press, the Route 66 Antique Mall and Flea Market on Oak Street was demolished. It was built in 1944 to house the Harel Griffith Pontiac dealership. It … Continue reading Way to go, SUV driver
Caravan country
Edith Grove with the Duke City Fix has an interesting article about Caravan East, a country-music club on Central Avenue (Route 66) in east Albuquerque. The sign outside says it was voted "America's #1 Country Music Night Club." I'm guessing that vote took place around 1972. But the large pictures of Willie Nelson, Travis Tritt … Continue reading Caravan country