Under the cover of night, Zoom Media performed more work on a disputed billboard near the Round Barn of Arcadia, Okla., reported the Edmond Sun. It was reported by several media outlets that Zoom Media agreed to a 30-day moratorium on work on the billboard. But Zoom Media said there was no such agreement to … Continue reading Work resumes on billboard near Round Barn
Category: Signs
30-day break for the billboard
It appears Zoom Media, which seeks to erect a billboard near the Round Barn on Route 66 in Arcadia, Okla., will stop work on the billboard for 30 days while it and the Arcadia Historical Society seek a compromise, according to the Edmond Sun. The society and many townsfolk say the billboard blocks the view … Continue reading 30-day break for the billboard
Moving day
Here's a video from The Oklahoman of the 66 Bowl neon sign being dismantled and taken away last week. It's a final chapter of the historic 66 Bowl, which was recently sold to the Spices of India grocery store. The bowling alley's content's were auctioned shortly after that, with the JYD team buying the sign … Continue reading Moving day
New developments in Round Barn billboard case
A couple of intriguing facts came out today in the Edmond Sun about an unpopular decision to erect a billboard just 25 yards east of the Round Barn in Arcadia, Okla. In short, the billboard company says it informed the city about its intention to erect a billboard, and that the city has no ordinances … Continue reading New developments in Round Barn billboard case
Don’t block the view of the barn
A company on Monday apparently tried to sneak in the installation of a billboard east of the Round Barn in Arcadia, Okla., reported the Edmond Sun, and that made residents none too happy. But after protests by residents and a visit by a police officer, work on the billboard was halted. And the town's council … Continue reading Don’t block the view of the barn
Relighting ceremony set for Munger Moss sign
If you want to see the Munger Moss Motel's classic neon sign the way it's supposed to look, circle your calender for the evening of Nov. 6. That's when the Route 66 Association of Missouri and its Neon Heritage Preservation Committee will hold a relighting ceremony for the refurbished sign. The event should take place … Continue reading Relighting ceremony set for Munger Moss sign
Signs of 66
Here's a well-made slide show of signs you'll see along the Mother Road. Music is the Rolling Stones' version of Bobby Troup's "Route 66."
66 Bowl sign will be removed next week
Check your calendar and put fresh batteries in your camera. The historic sign that stands in front of the 66 Bowl in Oklahoma is scheduled to be removed next week. The JTD Team, based in Oklahoma City, is set to remove the sign about 1 p.m. Oct. 13, according to a news release. JYD partners … Continue reading 66 Bowl sign will be removed next week
Signs of life
Tulsa-area residents and frequent travelers of Route 66 in Oklahoma probably have noticed the decline of the Crystal City shopping center in southwest Tulsa. The shopping center, which once featured a bowling alley, was built in 1958 and became a big shopping draw in the region for many years. However, in at least the past … Continue reading Signs of life
66 Bowl sign sold for $3,900
The neon sign at the now-closed 66 Bowl in Oklahoma City sold for $3,900 at auction today -- well under the $50,000 expected, reported The Oklahoman newspaper. The sign was won by Chuck Clowers, 44, of Luther, who said he grew up near the bowling alley. He said he plans to refurbish the sign for … Continue reading 66 Bowl sign sold for $3,900