Dawn Welch's story of as a young Oklahoma woman who became the successful owner of the historic Rock Cafe, served as the inspiration for Sally in the hit Disney/Pixar animated film "Cars," and then resurrected the restaurant after a devastating fire last year, would serve as compelling material for a book. But her first book, … Continue reading Book review: “Dollars to Donuts”
Category: People
A visit with Bob
Longtime roadie and Chicago Sun-Times columnist Dave Hoesktra this week visited with Bob Waldmire as the terminally ill Route 66 artist hunkered down in a converted school bus near his hometown of Springfield, Ill. Waldmire talks about his favorite Route 66 things (one is in Oklahoma) and about cremation arrangements after he dies (half his … Continue reading A visit with Bob
Bob Waldmire update
Today's Chicago Tribune published a story about Route 66 hippie-artist Bob Waldmire and what he's doing now after he was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Although virtually everyone in the Route 66 community is saddened by Waldmire's illness, this quote from him does my heart good: "Even if I died 10 years ago, I can't imagine … Continue reading Bob Waldmire update
Bob Waldmire’s last art show
I received a forwarded e-mail Sunday afternoon titled "Bob Waldmire's Last Art Show." I made a cursory glance at the text on my iTouch and was unable to see the artwork that was attached. I thought: "The title of that show's a bit presumptuous. I know Bob's been diagnosed with terminal cancer, but recoveries from … Continue reading Bob Waldmire’s last art show
Dawn Welch starts a new blog
Dawn Welch, owner of the Rock Cafe in Stroud, Okla., has launched a new blog -- mostly to publicize her upcoming cookbook, "Dollars to Donuts." But the site also contains recipes, cooking tips and a video that I commend to your attention. "Dollars to Donuts" will be in stores on Nov. 10.
Jeanne Tripplehorn’s guide to Route 66
Travel + Leisure magazine recently published a one-page story about Tulsa native Jeanne Tripplehorn and her trip a few months ago on Route 66 with her son. Tripplehorn, who currently stars in the HBO series "Big Love," recently became a spokeswoman for the World Monuments Fund, and wanted to see the Mother Road for herself. … Continue reading Jeanne Tripplehorn’s guide to Route 66
Bob Waldmire saying goodbye
Artist Bob Waldmire, famous for his intricate Route 66-inspired artwork and being the unofficial inspiration to hippie van Fillmore in the Disney/Pixar movie "Cars," has been diagnosed with terminal cancer, reports Dave Bakke of the Springfield (Ill.) State Journal-Register. Waldmire, 64, usually lives in the southern Arizona mountains during the wintertime and spends the rest … Continue reading Bob Waldmire saying goodbye
Documentary film crew stops in Tucumcari
A crew for the documentary "Alfred & Jakobine" stopped Sunday on Route 66 in Tucumcari, N.M., in the early stages of production for the film, reported Richard Talley of the Motel Safari in town. Here's a blog entry from the filmmakers about their pit stop in Tucumcari, with lots of photos. The film is a … Continue reading Documentary film crew stops in Tucumcari
New mural in Cuba
Cuba, Mo., which now is being called Mural City for good reason, sports a new mural at My Place Tires, at 1203 W. Washington St. (aka Route 66). According to the Cuba Free Press, the mural was painted by Missouri artist Ray Harvey. “The location on Route 66 and the attention the art will receive … Continue reading New mural in Cuba
A story about Tattoo Man
Story by Emily Priddy's sixth-hour sophomore English II class, Webster High School, Tulsa. Ron Jones has 81 tattoos. “It’s like a potato chip. Once you eat one potato chip, it’s addictive. It’s like a drug,” he said. The Bartlesville, Okla., resident visited Webster High School’s English II classes Thursday, Oct. 8, to tell students about … Continue reading A story about Tattoo Man