Barstow belatedly looks at Route 66 plan

The city of Barstow, California, has hired an Oregon company to come up with a possible strategic plan to help revive its downtown and Route 66 corridor. The Victorville Daily Press reported: A Portland, Oregon, company called MIG was hired to help develop the plan, which is supposed to set a vision for growth and … Continue reading Barstow belatedly looks at Route 66 plan

Barstow will dedicate new mural Saturday

A bank building in Barstow, California, will unveil Saturday a new mural about the region's turquoise history, according to a report in the Desert Dispatch. Union Bank at 239 E. Main St. (aka Route 66) will unveil the mural at 10 a.m. Saturday. It was created by local artist Juliette Tison, who has painted 21 … Continue reading Barstow will dedicate new mural Saturday

Bun Boy Restaurant in Barstow torn down

The abandoned Bun Boy Restaurant that once served Route 66 travelers for decades was leveled last week to make way for a new medical center, reported the Victorville Daily Press. IPA Administrator Marie Langley provided the “hammer swing” on the building. “Although the building has been on Main Street for years, over the last couple of years … Continue reading Bun Boy Restaurant in Barstow torn down