The Triangle Motel along old Route 66 in Amarillo, Texas, likely will receive a listing on the National Register of Historic Places in the coming weeks. The State Board of Review unanimously voted Sept. 24 to recommend the historic Route 66 motel to the National Register. Once a state historical preservation officer signs the document … Continue reading Triangle Motel likely will get National Register listing
Tulsa hotel added to National Register
The Casa Loma Hotel in Tulsa, which is being renovated, was listed to the National Register of Historic Places effective Sept. 3, according to an e-mail Friday from the National Park Service. The building at 2600 block of East 11th Street (aka Route 66) was built in 1927 as the Max Campbell Building. It was … Continue reading Tulsa hotel added to National Register
Fifth anniversary
While traveling on the Mother Road in central Oklahoma this afternoon, it occurred to Emily and I that Route 66 News may be nearing its fifth anniversary. Emily whipped out her trusty iPad, linked up to a 3G connection, and within two minutes made this discovery while checking the site's archives. "It's today." I'm back … Continue reading Fifth anniversary
Signs of 66
Here's a well-made slide show of signs you'll see along the Mother Road. Music is the Rolling Stones' version of Bobby Troup's "Route 66."
66 Bowl sign will be removed next week
Check your calendar and put fresh batteries in your camera. The historic sign that stands in front of the 66 Bowl in Oklahoma is scheduled to be removed next week. The JTD Team, based in Oklahoma City, is set to remove the sign about 1 p.m. Oct. 13, according to a news release. JYD partners … Continue reading 66 Bowl sign will be removed next week
Journal of a 1927 road trip
In 1927, Axel and Beda Sterner and two relatives drove from New York City to Los Angeles by car, with a good portion of their journey along U.S. 66, which was less than one year old. Sterner wrote a journal about his experiences each night along the trek. These musings might have been forgotten if it … Continue reading Journal of a 1927 road trip
“Route 66” television series marks 50th anniversary
On this day in 1960, the first episode of the "Route 66" television show aired on CBS. Although the drama would last just four seasons and seldom took place on the Mother Road, you can chalk up "Route 66" as a big reason the real Route 66 became the legend it is today. "Route 66" … Continue reading “Route 66” television series marks 50th anniversary
Tornadoes strike near Flagstaff
Two tornadoes touched down Wednesday in the Route 66 village of Bellemont, Ariz., west of Flagstaff, causing widespread damage, according to varying northern Arizona media outlets. One of the casualties was the Camping World on Route 66 in Bellemont. About 30 RVs were blown over and scattered debris over Interstate 40. A freight train was blown off … Continue reading Tornadoes strike near Flagstaff
Admiral Twin rebuild effort raises $25,000 so far
The good news is that $25,000 in donations have been collected to rebuild the Admiral Twin Drive-In theater in Tulsa after its outdoor screen burned down Sept. 3. The bad news is that an architect estimates that building a new double screen will cost up to $250,000, according to an article today by KRMG radio … Continue reading Admiral Twin rebuild effort raises $25,000 so far
Albuquerque doesn’t like ‘freeway feel’ of east end
Albuquerque officials don't like the vibe that the east end of Central Avenue (aka Route 66) exudes. So they say they're going to take steps to make it friendlier to residents and travelers, reports KOB-TV. After listening to hundreds of concerns, a complete overhaul in the area is coming with the establishment of new bike … Continue reading Albuquerque doesn’t like ‘freeway feel’ of east end