The historic Glancy Motel along Route 66 in Clinton, Oklahoma, fell victim to the wrecking ball Tuesday to make way for a new Oklahoma Highway Patrol station. Here's a first look at the razing from the Discover Clinton Oklahoma page on Facebook: The motel's iconic sign, however, was not torn down. According to recent editions … Continue reading Glancy Motel in Clinton is torn down; fate of its sign remains unknown
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Clinton City Council approves demolition bid for Glancy Motel, but not without some resistance
The Clinton, Oklahoma, City Council a few days ago approved a demolition bid to tear down the Glancy Motel as expected, but not without hearing an earful from a few preservationists. The motel will make way for a new headquarters for the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. Accepting the demo bid was recommended just days before by … Continue reading Clinton City Council approves demolition bid for Glancy Motel, but not without some resistance
Clinton accepts bid for Glancy Motel demolition, but not without pushback
The Clinton, Oklahoma, Economic Development Authority last week ultimately accepted a bid to tear down the closed Glancy Motel along Route 66, but not without resistance from a trustee and one resident who both questioned the move. The vote was 4-1, with the only dissenting vote by newly appointed trustee John Lee Cornell. He noted … Continue reading Clinton accepts bid for Glancy Motel demolition, but not without pushback
Clinton authority approves demolition of the remaining structures of the Glancy Motel
The Clinton (Oklahoma) Economic Development Authority officially authorized city manager Robert Johnston to open bids to tear down the remaining structures of the closed Glancy Motel property during a special meeting last week, though the motel's distinctive sign will be preserved. According to the print edition of the Clinton Daily News, the property along Route … Continue reading Clinton authority approves demolition of the remaining structures of the Glancy Motel
Partial teardown begins of Glancy Motel in Clinton
A partial demolition of the historic Glancy Motel in Clinton, Oklahoma, began a few days ago, likely making way for a new state police station. Route 66 enthusiast Nick Gerlich happened to be driving through town when he encountered the demolition crews at work on the site at 217 W. Gary Blvd. (aka Route 66). … Continue reading Partial teardown begins of Glancy Motel in Clinton
Clinton officially offers Glancy Motel as a site for state police headquarters
The Clinton (Oklahoma) Economic Development Authority officially offered the closed Glancy Motel as a possible new headquarters for the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. If accepted, the development would be a bitter turn of events for many Route 66ers. Less than 18 months ago, the authority planned to let a local developer restore the motel and rebuild … Continue reading Clinton officially offers Glancy Motel as a site for state police headquarters
City of Clinton approves authority’s purchase of Trade Winds Inn and its future demolition
The City of Clinton, Oklahoma, recently approved the Clinton Economic Development Authority's purchase and future razing of the now-closed Trade Winds Inn motel, known for preserving a room where Elvis Presley stayed four times on cross-country trips. According to the Clinton Daily News (subscription required): “The Tradewinds has closed and we are in the process … Continue reading City of Clinton approves authority’s purchase of Trade Winds Inn and its future demolition
Clinton City Council approves the purchase and eventual demolition of Trade Winds Inn
The Clinton, Oklahoma, City Council during a special meeting last week approved the city's Economic Development Authority's purchase of the historic Trade Winds Inn motel so it can be torn down and redeveloped for other uses, including parking for the nearby public school district. The Trade Winds, built at 2128 W. Gary Blvd. (aka Route … Continue reading Clinton City Council approves the purchase and eventual demolition of Trade Winds Inn
Clinton board rejects two redevelopment plans for Glancy Motel
The Clinton, Oklahoma, Economic Development Authority unanimously turned down two plans to redevelop the historic Glancy Motel, signaling the board is seriously considering a recent proposal from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol to use the building. The turn of events is a disappointing one for Route 66 enthusiasts. About a year ago, the authority was considering … Continue reading Clinton board rejects two redevelopment plans for Glancy Motel
Oklahoma Highway Patrol interested in Glancy Motel property in Clinton
In the latest twist for the Glancy Motel's possible future, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol told the city's Economic Development Authority it would like the closed Clinton property donated so OHP can build a new troop headquarters there. The Clinton Daily News (subscription required) had details about a letter of intent OHP sent to the authority: … Continue reading Oklahoma Highway Patrol interested in Glancy Motel property in Clinton