The historic Chubby's Bar and Grill in downtown Atlanta, Illinois, is up for sale because its owners wish to retire. The bar at 111 Southeast Vine St., also described as being on 111 Southwest Arch St. (aka Route 66), lists for $79,900. The price has been reduced several times, and acquiring a working restaurant and … Continue reading Chubby’s Bar and Grill in Atlanta is up for sale
Outlook appears grim for Steak ‘n Shake restaurant chain
If you enjoy Steak 'n Shake or never have been to the restaurant chain founded 85 years ago along Route 66, you may ought to visit one soon. It may not be around in the next few years. Indiana-based Steak 'n Shake, founded in 1934 by Gus Belt along U.S. 66 in Normal, Illinois, contains … Continue reading Outlook appears grim for Steak ‘n Shake restaurant chain
You could win 918 Bistro & Sports Bar in Stroud with essay and $100
The owners of the 918 Bistro & Sports Bar along Route 66 in Stroud, Oklahoma, are offering to give away their business, plus $5,000 in startup money, to whoever submits a winning essay and $100. Melanie and Michael Williams have owned the bar for four years but want to step away to concentrate on their … Continue reading You could win 918 Bistro & Sports Bar in Stroud with essay and $100
Dedication of Camp Cajon monument planned for July 4
Several area historical societies plan to dedicate a new monument dedicated to Camp Cajon on July 4, which happens to be the centennial of the opening of the pre-Route 66 auto camp north of San Bernardino, California. The San Bernardino County Sun reports: Commuters in the Cajon Pass on the 15 Freeway may have recently … Continue reading Dedication of Camp Cajon monument planned for July 4
Lowell Davis’ FoxFire Farm put up for sale, but not Red Oak II
Missouri artist Lowell Davis has put up his FoxFire Farm near Carthage, Missouri, on the real-estate market. However, neighboring Red Oak II, a frequent side trip for Route 66 travelers, isn't for sale. KOAM-TV produced a report, along with a short interview with Davis and his daughter: The Facebook page for Red Oak II had … Continue reading Lowell Davis’ FoxFire Farm put up for sale, but not Red Oak II
Launching Pad Drive-In begins restoration of its Gemini Giant statue
The Launching Pad Drive-In restaurant in Wilmington, Illinois, announced it has begun a restoration of its 50-plus-year-old and iconic Gemini Giant fiberglass statue. Co-owner Tully Garrett stated in a Facebook post Monday for the restaurant it would be the first time in a quarter-century the big spaceman has undergone maintenance. And the Launching Pad is … Continue reading Launching Pad Drive-In begins restoration of its Gemini Giant statue
Volunteers clear brush from endangered Lurvey Court in Springfield
Volunteers over the Mother's Day weekend cleared a lot of brush from around the endangered and long-closed Lurvey Court motel in Springfield, Missouri, thus improving its chances the city won't tear it down for being a nuisance. Route 66 advocate Judy Walker posted before-and-after photos on Facebook of the Route 66 property off Kearney Street. … Continue reading Volunteers clear brush from endangered Lurvey Court in Springfield
Tulsa County to spend up to $2M to upgrade Golden Driller site
Tulsa County plans to spend $1.25 million to $2 million to improve the historic Golden Driller site at Expo Square in Tulsa. And Route 66 is an impetus for the upgrades, an official said. According to the Tulsa World, which talked to Expo Square President and CEO Mark Andrus: The new plaza is intended to … Continue reading Tulsa County to spend up to $2M to upgrade Golden Driller site
Original Dew Chilli parlor in Springfield to be auctioned
The original Dew Chilli location in Springfield, Illinois, will be auctioned online after the regional restaurant chain closed it last year. Aumann Auctions, which sold the Sonrise Donut neon signs in December, is overseeing the sale. Online bids are being accepted for the building, property and kitchen equipment through 7 p.m. Wednesday. Here's what the … Continue reading Original Dew Chilli parlor in Springfield to be auctioned
Midwest Classics on 66 Car Museum abruptly closes
The Midwest Classics on 66 Car Museum in Wilmington, Illinois, abruptly closed last week less than a year after it opened. Marian Pavel, one of the developers of the Route 66 Navigation app, posted this on Facebook: On the museum's website, this message was posted: "Sorry for the inconvenience, we are closed until further notice." … Continue reading Midwest Classics on 66 Car Museum abruptly closes