The Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum, which pays tribute to the 1995 domestic terrorism attack that killed more than 160 people, broke ground last week on a $12 million addition called Forward. The museum stated this about its forthcoming, 10,000-square-foot structure: Foreword introduces new and expanded programming spaces in an engaging architectural work. Designed to … Continue reading Oklahoma City National Memorial starts construction on a $12 million addition
More nondescript design replaces Hi-way Host Motel sign in Pasadena
A local blogger reports that the distinctive neon sign that graced the Hi-way Host Motel in Pasadena, California, has been altered into a much more nondescript design. East of Allen reports that the sign at the motel, located at 3474 E. Colorado Blvd., was recently replaced. Normally a change-out in motel signage wouldn’t stir much … Continue reading More nondescript design replaces Hi-way Host Motel sign in Pasadena
La Mesa Motel in Santa Rosa put up for sale for $500,000
The historic La Mesa Motel in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, was recently put on the market for $500,000. Albuquerque Business First (subscription required) reported that the longtime owners, which have operated the property for over 60 years, wish to retire. The La Mesa is listed on the LoopNet and SunVista websites. This is what SunVista … Continue reading La Mesa Motel in Santa Rosa put up for sale for $500,000
Exhibition baseball game to be held behind walls of Old Joliet Prison
The Joliet Slammers independent baseball team will hold an exhibition game at 3:05 p.m. April 30 at the Old Joliet Prison in Joliet, Illinois, to celebrate Route 66's centennial. The Joliet Area Historical Museum and the City of Joliet announced the game, reported WGN-TV in Chicago. “‘The Big House Ballgame’ is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to … Continue reading Exhibition baseball game to be held behind walls of Old Joliet Prison
Neon sign for defunct Glancy Motel will be restored with a $71,000 grant
The Friends of the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum in Clinton recently received $71,505 from the Route 66 Revitalization Grant Program to help restore and display the neon sign from the now-defunct Glancy Motel. The Route 66 motel in Clinton was torn down in 2023, but the sign was saved so it could be displayed in … Continue reading Neon sign for defunct Glancy Motel will be restored with a $71,000 grant
Leaders break ground on Hub City Gateway, a modern Route 66 roadside attraction, in Clinton
Oklahoma and local leaders joined West OK Co-Op last Thursday to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Hub City Gateway, a new modern roadside attraction along Route 66 that uses large-scale art and architecture to welcome travelers to Clinton and highlight an original stretch of the historic highway on the city’s east side. The indoor ceremony was held … Continue reading Leaders break ground on Hub City Gateway, a modern Route 66 roadside attraction, in Clinton
El Reno earns $750,000 grant for The Hub project on Route 66
The City of El Reno, Oklahoma, recently learned it will receive a $750,000 grant from the Oklahoma Route 66 Commission for "The Hub" project, directly across from The Filling Station visitors center. The City of El Reno posted artist's renderings of the new project: The Yukon Progress provided more details on The Hub: Directly south … Continue reading El Reno earns $750,000 grant for The Hub project on Route 66
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville sports teams will play at least one game as the 66ers
Sports teams at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville will play at least one game in 2026 with a new nickname -- the 66ers -- to celebrate Route 66's centennial. The alter ego of the teams -- which normally are called the Cougars -- will begin on New Year's Day with men's and women's basketball games, reported the … Continue reading Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville sports teams will play at least one game as the 66ers
New Decopolis store in Tulsa installs huge “Tulsa 66” sign
Decopolis, a gift shop "where science and magic meet adventure," recently installed a large, Art Deco-inspired "Tuisa 66" sign in front of its second location on the city's east side. Here's a look at the 30-by-30-foot sign, which will feature neon lighting that will be installed later. More images from the sign's installation: Decopolis owner … Continue reading New Decopolis store in Tulsa installs huge “Tulsa 66” sign
U.S. may require foreign travelers to disclose five years of their social media history
In a move that may create a chilling effect on foreigners' travel of Route 66, the U.S. plans to require travelers to disclose five years of their social media history as a condition of entry. The plan, posted on the Federal Register, was reported by the BBC and several U.S. news outlets, as well. The … Continue reading U.S. may require foreign travelers to disclose five years of their social media history