TVShowsonDVD.com has interesting news about the upcoming DVD re-releases of the original "Route 66" television series of 1960-64. Apparently dates for upcoming releases, including a complete Season 1 and a half-season of Season 2, had been canceled. But those dates apparently will be rescheduled: Along the course of putting out the first DVD packages, Infinity … Continue reading “Route 66” DVDs pushed back to resolve customer complaints
Atlanta buying decorative lampposts
The beautification of Route 66 through Atlanta, Ill., continues. The Bloomington Pantagraph reports that the town has bought at least six decorative lampposts and may buy up to 10 if enough locals sponsor them. The lampposts will be installed on the alignment of Arch Street, aka Route 66, through downtown. Sponsorships to help the town … Continue reading Atlanta buying decorative lampposts
Anything but random
The Random Players play a rocked-up medley of Bobby Troup's "Route 66" and Alan Jackson's "Mercury Blues" during a gig in Germany. I approve.
State of the road in Illinois
Using the upcoming Illinois Route 66 Red Carpet Weekend as a jumping-off point, the Bloomington Pantagraph takes a look at the current state of the Mother Road in the Land of Lincoln. And despite current problems like a faltering economy and high fuel prices, the future of Route 66 looks bright. "International travelers come from … Continue reading State of the road in Illinois
‘American Idol’ contestant to perform at Berdoo Bikes fest
Amanda Overmyer, a recently deposed contestant on this season's "American Idol," will perform a show during the inaugural Berdoo Bikes & Blues Festival in San Bernardino, Calif., according to a news release today. Opening ceremonies will include her version of the Star Spangled Banner on Friday, May 2, on the Time Warner "D" Street stage … Continue reading ‘American Idol’ contestant to perform at Berdoo Bikes fest
Piano and voice
Here's singer-actress Priscilla Basque singing Bobby Troup's "Route 66" with Lee Stewart on piano. Basque is with the Hawaii music group Hot Lava 808.
Building in Chicago named to National Register
This is going to be obscure except for the most rabid of Route 66 enthusiasts in the Windy City. But it was announced a couple of days ago that the International Tailoring Company Building at 847 W. Jackson Blvd. in Chicago was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. It's also known as the … Continue reading Building in Chicago named to National Register
Lake Overholser Bridge
I can't tell whether this video is from someone hanging a camera out the car window or attaching it to a bicycle. But this is footage of someone crossing the Lake Overholser Bridge. It was built west of Oklahoma City in 1924, predating Route 66. But it became a prominent alignment of the Mother Road. … Continue reading Lake Overholser Bridge
Two roadside attraction designations added in Lincoln
The Mill restaurant and the Postville Courthouse State Historic Site in Lincoln, Ill., saw "Route 66 Roadside Attraction" signs erected at those sites this week, reported the Bloomington Pantagraph. A small ceremony was held at each landmark as Ladd christened the new signs with an official bottle of Route 66 Root Beer. He was joined … Continue reading Two roadside attraction designations added in Lincoln
Sunny tones
This is Nancy Williams and the SunTones playing Bobby Troup's "Route 66." One of the guitarists also has to double as a harmonica player.