The proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline that's supposed to eventually snake through America's mid-section has been cussed and discussed by lawmakers and the media in recent months. Here's a twist to the discussion -- the Oklahoma Archeological Survey conducted a survey to see whether the pipeline will impact any of the state's cultural heritage, including Route … Continue reading Group checks Keystone pipeline’s impact on Route 66
Logan County tourism director a busy man
Geoff Ladd, director of tourism in Logan County, Ill., seems to be a very busy -- and successful -- man at his job. This story today from LincolnDailyNews.com details all the things he's got going regarding Route 66, such as: A big Route 66 map of Illinois and other display panels at Lincoln's Postville Park. … Continue reading Logan County tourism director a busy man
Route 66 Station wants fees waived
A Tulsa city councilor is seeking a permanent waiver on inspection and permit fees regarding projects at the Route 66 Station Village in west Tulsa, reported the Tulsa World. The councilor, Jeannie Cue, is leading the effort: "This project, which is for the city, is the work of a lot of volunteers who have donated … Continue reading Route 66 Station wants fees waived
New owners pledge to improve Highlander Motel
The historic Highlander Motel in Williams, Ariz., has been acquired by a Belgian couple, and they vow to restore and improve the Route 66 motel. The Highlander, built in 1950, was purchased in March 2011 by the husband-and-wife team Alan Aernoudt and Sandra Driesse of Belgium. Because of a long process in getting visas, the couple did … Continue reading New owners pledge to improve Highlander Motel
“John Steinbeck: Voice of America”
If you have some time to kill, I highly recommend you watch this well-produced and thought-provoking one-hour segment by the BBC. The program deals with the life of John Steinbeck, author of "The Grapes of Wrath." Naturally, it's got plenty of Route 66-related content. https://youtu.be/xDL5T8IuMvw
More details released on International Route 66 Festival
The National Historic Route 66 Federation released more details about the International Route 66 Festival in Victorville, Calif., scheduled for Aug. 9-12. The festival's theme is "California Dreamin'," with a nod to the Mamas and the Papas song. According to the announcement: The Festival will feature a rally, a classic car show, daily entertainment, a … Continue reading More details released on International Route 66 Festival
Tulsa photo store will host Route 66 exhibit
Apertures, a photography store in Tulsa, is hosting a "Photographing the Mother Road: A Trip Down Route 66" exhibit starting Friday. The opening reception for the event will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday. Apertures President Natalie Green wrote on the Apertures website: On October 15, 2011 at 7:30 a.m., 17 photographers loaded a … Continue reading Tulsa photo store will host Route 66 exhibit
Queen of the Southwest
KBAQ radio in Phoenix has been broadcasting a series titled "Hearing the Century: Voices of Arizona's Arts Past and Present" during the state's centennial. A recent broadcast focused on early 20th-century architect Mary Colter, widely recognized as one of the greatest of the Southwest. A longtime architect and designer for the Fred Harvey Company, Colter's … Continue reading Queen of the Southwest
State may provide grant for Santa Rosa warehouse
The New Mexico Legislature was set to give $325,000 to help revitalize the historic Ilfeld Warehouse in downtown Santa Rosa and create a Route 66 museum there, according to the town's newspaper. The Guadalupe County Communicator, in its print edition, reported that the legislation would "set aside the funds toward creation of a Route 66 … Continue reading State may provide grant for Santa Rosa warehouse
Litchfield getting organized for its Route 66 museum
The group that's seeking to build a Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center in Litchfield, Ill., seems to be fairly well-organized. According to a report in The Journal-News, based in nearby Hillsboro, the group has: Landed a general contractor, who pledges to use subcontractors and supplies entirely from Litchfield, except for the neon lighting. … Continue reading Litchfield getting organized for its Route 66 museum