The main building that largely comprises the Crystal City Shopping Center in southwest Tulsa sold today for $435,000, which was less than half what was anticipated, according to several Tulsa media outlets. KTVI-TV reported that City Councilor Jeannie Cue said the new owner had a good reputation for maintaining its buildings -- a major issue … Continue reading Crystal City Shopping Center sells for much less than anticipated
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Historic Tulsa shopping center soon will be auctioned
The historic but long-stagnating Crystal City Shopping Center along Route 66 in southwest Tulsa soon will be auctioned, reported KJRH-TV in Tulsa. The property will be auctioned by Williams & Williams on Feb. 27. With the date will be new hopes the property will be reborn. Tulsa city councilor Jeannie Cue is a passionate supporter … Continue reading Historic Tulsa shopping center soon will be auctioned
Albuquerque proposes incentives for more neon along Route 66
Mayor Richard Berry and the City of Albuquerque are considering proposals that would lead to more and bigger neon signs along the city's Route 66 corridor, reported the Albuquerque Journal. According to the newspaper, the ideas include: -- Allowing bigger signs. A free-standing neon sign, for example, could be up to 50 percent bigger than … Continue reading Albuquerque proposes incentives for more neon along Route 66
66 to Cali stand will stay on Santa Monica Pier
The Santa Monica City Council approved a new lease for the 66 to Cali souvenir stand and ended months of uncertainty for owner Dan Rice, who feared he would lose his space on the Santa Monica Pier. Rice relayed the news Friday afternoon on the 66 to Cali Facebook page. Earlier in the month, Rice … Continue reading 66 to Cali stand will stay on Santa Monica Pier
The coming Chinese invasion (continued)
I've reported that Route 66 businesses and tourist centers should ready for what will likely be an influx of Chinese tourists in the coming years, due to that country's rising affluence. Here's more evidence over the weekend from the Amarillo Globe-News: An Amarillo company has become the first North American tourism destination to be promoted by … Continue reading The coming Chinese invasion (continued)
Medical marijuana dispensary opens in Williams, Ariz.
Commence with the silly stoner jokes. But, in all seriousness, a medical marijuana dispensary opened on Route 66 in downtown Williams, Ariz., in late January. Naturally, the clinic is called the Route 66 Wellness Center. According to the report in the Williams-Grand Canyon News, the dispensary serves about a dozen patients, although about 60 people … Continue reading Medical marijuana dispensary opens in Williams, Ariz.
Santa Monica Pier soon may undergo major renovations
The Santa Monica Pier, the traditional western endpoint of Route 66, will undergo major reconstruction that may start as soon as next month, according to the Santa Monica Mirror. According to the newspaper: In all, a 360-foot by 36-foot portion of the Pier, or 12,960 total square feet, will be demolished and then reconstructed over … Continue reading Santa Monica Pier soon may undergo major renovations
Retro car-rental company adds cheaper option to travel Route 66
Blacktop Candy's, a company that gained notice a few weeks ago for offering rentals of classic cars on which to drive Route 66, announced it has added an option that's more flexible and cheaper. Company president Scott Shinn says the new Standard option goes for $7,490 for two adults. The details: 19 days of car … Continue reading Retro car-rental company adds cheaper option to travel Route 66
Company makes replica Route 66 gas pumps
Well, this video in my YouTube feed certainly got my attention. Gas Pump Heaven, a company based in Omaha, Neb., posted this video today of its newest replica gasoline pumps: https://youtu.be/Hj-Zh5UqBUI Best of all, the pumps are made in America. I didn't see the pumps on the company's website, but similar commemorative gas pumps it … Continue reading Company makes replica Route 66 gas pumps
A profile of the folks behind Becky’s Barn
Mark Rivera of WAND-TV in Decatur, Ill., has been posting some of his stories to YouTube. The latest is his whimsical profile of Becky and Rick Hargett of Becky's Barn antique store, visitors center, and snack shop on an old brick alignment of Route 66 near Auburn, Ill. https://youtu.be/YMkBDotgH5s I think this video was made … Continue reading A profile of the folks behind Becky’s Barn