It's no secret a road-construction project can put a serious crimp on the revenue of businesses that depend on that traffic. But the Indian Village Gift Shop at Continental Divide, New Mexico, really suffered from one this year. Completion of a construction project off Interstate 40 and Route 66 is months late, causing Indian Village to … Continue reading Sluggish road project hampers Route 66 business
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Appeals court lifts stoppage on Albuquerque Rapid Transit construction
The 10th Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday lifted an injunction that prevented the city of Albuquerque from beginning construction on the controversial Albuquerque Rapid Transit project on Central Avenue, aka Route 66. The Albuquerque Journal reported construction may begin next week, although work may be pushed back to Sept. 3. The newspaper reported: Friday’s order simply lifts … Continue reading Appeals court lifts stoppage on Albuquerque Rapid Transit construction
Two Route 66 sites listed on Missouri’s Places in Peril
The Missouri Alliance for Historic Preservation recently listed two landmarks on Route 66 to its annual historic Places in Peril, and two more were placed on the group's Watched list. The Route 66 Meramec River Bridge near Eureka and the Old Phillipsburg General Store in Phillipsburg made the "Peril" list. The Gasconade River Bridge near Hazelgreen and … Continue reading Two Route 66 sites listed on Missouri’s Places in Peril
Fanning 66 Outpost closing down Thursday
The owners of the Fanning 66 Outpost -- most famous for the Route 66 Red Rocker giant rocking chair -- announced Tuesday they would close the business effective Thursday because of "economic conditions." Danny and Carolyn Sanazaro posted this message on the business' Facebook page: Farewell from Fanning 66 Outpost, General Store, Archery and feed. Due … Continue reading Fanning 66 Outpost closing down Thursday
Appellate court halts ART contruction
A federal appeals court on Monday put the brakes on construction of the $120 million Albuquerque Rapid Transit project, issuing a temporary restraining order. Construction was schedule to begin on ART as soon as Wednesday. The city of Albuquerque won a federal court battle late Friday when a judge refused to issue a restraining order against … Continue reading Appellate court halts ART contruction
What’s next for opponents of Albuquerque Rapid Transit?
Opponents of the $120 million Albuquerque Rapid Transit plan last week lost their courtroom bid to stop it, and construction likely will begin by Wednesday. However, ART foes still have a couple of arrows left in their quiver. --- ART opponents filed an appeal one day after the federal judge's ruling late Friday to turn down a preliminary … Continue reading What’s next for opponents of Albuquerque Rapid Transit?
Judge refuses to stop Albuquerque Rapid Transit construction
A judge late Friday refused to grant a preliminary injunction against construction of the nine-mile Albuquerque Rapid Transit bus system that would go down the heart of Central Avenue, aka Route 66. Construction on ART likely will begin by the middle of next week. The project will take at least 15 months to complete. U.S. … Continue reading Judge refuses to stop Albuquerque Rapid Transit construction
Albuquerque offers olive branch to Route 66 businesses
As Albuquerque and dozens of businesses awaited a judge's ruling this week on a lawsuit against the Albuquerque Rapid Transit plan, the city unveiled a new website touting the Route 66 corridor and gave details about a loan program for those affected businesses. The city launched ABQ66.com, which includes interactive listings of restaurants, retail, coffee shops, bars, entertainment, motels, … Continue reading Albuquerque offers olive branch to Route 66 businesses
Barstow soon will get new Route 66 signs
Barstow, California, soon will have classic car-themed Route 66 signs installed. The city council this week approved a $42,860 contract with Turner Signs and Graphics for the new signs. Councilors also approved a $111,360 budget for the overall sign project. According to the Desert Dispatch newspaper: The monument signs that will be placed along the Route 66 … Continue reading Barstow soon will get new Route 66 signs
Albuquerque gets federal approval for rapid-transit project
The city of Albuquerque said it received federal approval for Albuquerque Rapid Transit, but the city will hold off on any action until a federal judge hears a lawsuit against the project next week. The Albuquerque Journal reported: In a letter to U.S. District Judge Kenneth J. Gonzales, City Attorney Jessica Hernandez said the city … Continue reading Albuquerque gets federal approval for rapid-transit project