The city of Miami, Okla., observed an unusual problem regarding Route 66 tourism. Instead of complaining, officials took the initiative and tried to do something about it. I'll let the news release from the city (via KOAM-TV) explain: Route 66 attracts tourists from all over the world. International travelers consider Route 66 to be Classic America. … Continue reading A possible solution to a unique problem
The resiliency of the Eagles
If you have 20 minutes to spare, I urge you to watch a recent ESPN episode of "Outside the Lines." It deals with Joplin High School's football team in the weeks after the tornado that ravaged one-third of the town. Here's a trailer for the episode: https://youtu.be/VpA6FhTZKkI If you aren't moved by the final two … Continue reading The resiliency of the Eagles
Emma Jean’s Holland Burger Cafe earns historic designation
Emma Jean's Holland Burger Cafe, which has served travelers on Route 66 in Victorville, Calif., since 1947, has been named as a historic point of interest by a history-based fraternal organization, reported the Victorville Daily Press. E Clampus Vitus, aka The Clampers, a fraternity dedicated to preserving Western heritage, chose the Holland Burger Cafe for … Continue reading Emma Jean’s Holland Burger Cafe earns historic designation
Pontiac bed-and-breakfast wins prestigious honor
Three Roses Bed & Breakfast in Pontiac, Ill., was given the coveted Guest Favorite Award for a second straight year from the BnB Finder online directory. The Guest Favorite honor is based on guest preferences and independent reviews posted to the site. According to BnB Finder's news release: “Guests at the Three Roses Bed & … Continue reading Pontiac bed-and-breakfast wins prestigious honor
A short history of Soulsby Station
Here's a video about Soulsby Service Station, which has sit on a corner of old Route 66 in Mount Olive, Ill., since 1926. https://youtu.be/yP4qtCjhivw According to the description of the video, it was for a class project. It turned out pretty well.
Help Avilla save its post office
A few weeks ago, longtime roadie Tonya Pike and her father Tommy Pike, president of the Route 66 Association of Missouri, attended a public hearing about the possible closure of the post office in Avilla, Mo. This weekend, she has issued a report ... and a plea: As many of you are aware, the United … Continue reading Help Avilla save its post office
Bloomington gas station marks 70th year
There aren't too many of gas stations this old anymore. According to an article today in the Bloomington Pantagraph, Quinn's Shell is marking its 70th year of business today at Main and Chestnut streets (map here) in Bloomington, Ill. And, yes, it's on Route 66. Though it may look like any other Shell station, it … Continue reading Bloomington gas station marks 70th year
Coffee shop opens in old St. Clair bus stop
Maxine Scheske, 77, has opened The Old Bus Stop Coffee Shop along old Route 66 in what was an old bus depot in St. Clair, Mo., according to The Missourian of Washington, Mo. The coffee shop, which doubles as an art gallery for works by locals, is open from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. on … Continue reading Coffee shop opens in old St. Clair bus stop
Artist takes inspiration from Arizona 66
Angela Carlsen, an artist based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, used a trip on Arizona's Route 66 to help end her artist's block. The result of that journey is her latest art show, "Arizona Neon," at Argyle Fine Art in Halifax, starting tonight. The exhibit runs through Oct. 30. According to The Chronicle-Herald of Halifax: "I … Continue reading Artist takes inspiration from Arizona 66
Route 66 makes a financial impact on Illinois towns
The Chicago Tribune tonight has posted a remarkable article about how Route 66 has financially impacted the towns along it. (The story's print edition will be on newsstands Saturday.) The report contains eye-popping data: While many small towns across the country are struggling to keep their downtowns afloat, Pontiac and a string of other Illinois … Continue reading Route 66 makes a financial impact on Illinois towns