Route 66 Paranormal Investigators, which bases much of its activities along the Route 66 corridor in western Arizona, is working on a highlight reel to pitch to television networks for a series, according to the Kingman Daily Miner. Route 66 Paranormal Investigators has checked into the possibility of ghosts at the Powerhouse Visitors Center in … Continue reading Western Arizona paranormal group tries to land TV show
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New Mexico True Television focuses on Route 66
New Mexico Tourism & Travel recently uploaded two well-produced, 22-minute episodes from New Mexico True Television that focus on Route 66 in the Land of Enchantment. https://youtu.be/1uWzO_iDyqI https://youtu.be/Twh8U3AjwYY What's good about these episodes you may encounter some attractions that you may have been unaware that could help you plan your next trip on the Mother … Continue reading New Mexico True Television focuses on Route 66
Former CNN staffer kills robber at Albuquerque motel
Former CNN anchor Lynne Russell and another former reporter for the cable news network became involved in a shootout Tuesday night at an Albuquerque motel that killed a robber, according to various news outlets, including the Albuquerque Journal. Russell and husband Chuck de Caro were staying overnight at a Motel 6 a few miles north of Route … Continue reading Former CNN staffer kills robber at Albuquerque motel
So what’s going to be in the OKPOP museum?
After a topsy-turvy session in the Oklahoma Legislature, major funding for the OKPOP museum finally was approved and is slated to open in Tulsa's Brady District in 2018. A lot of people assume the museum is going to focus on Oklahoma's rich music history. But a recent article in the Tulsa World clarifies that OKPOP … Continue reading So what’s going to be in the OKPOP museum?
Flintstones Bedrock City put up for sale
The Flintstones Bedrock City theme park and campground south of the Grand Canyon and north of the Route 66 town of Williams, Arizona, has been put up for sale for $2 million, according to ABC News. Established in 1972, the family business has a gift shop, restaurant, RV park and convenience store, as well. With … Continue reading Flintstones Bedrock City put up for sale
More details about William Shatner’s motorcycle ride
A few more details emerged about William Shatner's Chicago-to-Los Angeles ride later this month in a futuristic-looking, three-wheeled motorcycle made by Rivet Motors. Because of the relatively short schedule, it's looking likely the star of the "Star Trek" television series and movies will have to spend considerable time on interstate highways. Gleaning together information from the Associated … Continue reading More details about William Shatner’s motorcycle ride
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Ann Brimacombe, an art director based in Minneapolis, posted some of the television ads she worked on for Kmart and its Route 66 fashion line. As you can see, these whimsical ads take on a road-trip theme -- including one spot near Route 66 in Meteor Crater in Arizona. Kmart/Route 66 "Ghost Girl" :60 from … Continue reading A word from our sponsor …
Actor James Woods is traveling Route 66
pic.twitter.com/46Sdpz6SLD— James Woods (@RealJamesWoods) May 24, 2015 Two-time Oscar nominee James Woods has been traveling with a buddy on Route 66 since Oklahoma City, based on his Twitter feed. Here are the Mother Road-related tweets I've sifted. The feed is going to be long, so you'll find it after the jump: https://twitter.com/RealJamesWoods/status/602568589208473600 https://twitter.com/RealJamesWoods/status/602580872361943040 https://twitter.com/RealJamesWoods/status/602594871375843328 https://twitter.com/RealJamesWoods/status/602595601981648897 … Continue reading Actor James Woods is traveling Route 66
Two Williams businesses featured in ‘Hotel Impossible’ show
The Canyon Hotel and RV Park and the Red Garter Bed and Bakery will be featured in an episode of the Travel Channel's reality show "Hotel Impossible" later this year, according to the Williams News. "Hotel Impossible's" premise is hotels receive an extensive makeover by veteran hotel operator and hospitality expert Anthony Melchiorri and his … Continue reading Two Williams businesses featured in ‘Hotel Impossible’ show
Food Network’s “Great Food Truck Race” taking place on Route 66
The Food Network reality series "Great Food Truck Race" currently is taking place on or near spots on Rotue 66, according to a report by the Havasu News, based in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. This season's filming included a stop this past weekend in Lake Havasu City. The local newspaper had some of the details: … Continue reading Food Network’s “Great Food Truck Race” taking place on Route 66