Here's the latest from "Route 66: A Road Trip through the Bible." This chapter focuses on the Book of Jonah. Somehow, I don't think Jonah will be hired as a trainer at Sea World anytime soon.
More images from the road
Here's a collection of excellent photos by Cris Mitchell during a trip on Route 66 from Los Angeles to Flagstaff, Ariz. The steeple in that old church in Amboy, Calif., leans more every time I see it.
DVD about Arizona’s Route 66 is completed
Kirk Slack and his Out West Family Films have released a 34-minute DVD about the history and attractions of Route 66 in Arizona, according to the Kingman Daily Miner. The documentary begins with the route's Arizona origins along the Beale Wagon Trail in 1928, progressing to its role in the 1930s dustbowl migration, into its … Continue reading DVD about Arizona’s Route 66 is completed
A new song about an old road
Here's a new song, "Route 66," by the Davis Wasser Band. You'll notice a lot of Route 66 landmarks in the green-screen effects.
Quite a milestone
According a Reuters article, Ray Benson's Western swing band Asleep at the Wheel is making its 40th year this month. During a four-decade career, the band has earned nine Grammy Awards, launched a critically acclaimed theatrical production, performed with everyone from Willie Nelson to President Obama to the Fort Worth Symphony, released more than 25 … Continue reading Quite a milestone
A night at the opera
"Route 66," sung by Brian De Lorenzo. "Route 66" lends itself to a lot of styles, but I don't think opera is one of them.
Cyrus Avery Plaza vandalized again
The Cyrus Avery Centennial Plaza in Tulsa has again been vandalized, including the LED-lighted Route 66 shield on the bridge, reported the Tulsa World. Whitaker said public works crews sent out to review the damage also found graffiti on two concrete pillars supporting the skywalk. In the plaza, 14 of the 16 ground-level lights that … Continue reading Cyrus Avery Plaza vandalized again
Images from the road
The photography of Route 66 in this video is exceptional. Ditto for the music, which is by Buddy and Julie Miller.
CD review: “Songs of Tucumcari”
While looking over the track listing of the "Songs of Tucumcari" complication compilation CD, a thought struck me: When has such a small town as Tucumcari, N.M. (population 5,900) inspired so many songs? Maybe it's because the city's association with Route 66. Maybe it's from being the first significant town that westbound travelers encounter when … Continue reading CD review: “Songs of Tucumcari”
Reaching out across the pond
The Illinois Times published an interesting report about the state's efforts to boost tourism despite a poor economy. The article includes this excerpt on a novel way that Illinois has reached out to Route 66 travelers who live in Great Britain: They’ve also found that the British have an interest in the 1960s and authentic … Continue reading Reaching out across the pond