Jerry Ueckert, a strong advocate for Route 66, especially in New Mexico, died in Edgewood earlier this month. He was 71. In a lengthy obituary in the Edgewood Independent newspaper, it reported he co-founded the Route 66 Chamber of Commerce with Bob Audette, Keith Matson and Bill Gilmore. He also was managing editor of New … Continue reading Jerry Ueckert, champion of Route 66 in New Mexico, dies at age 71
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Moriarty hosting New Mexico Route 66 Film Fest featuring 66-second videos
The Route 66 town of Moriarty, New Mexico, next month is hosting the New Mexico Route 66 Film Festival that features 66-second films people can upload for submission. The festival is part of the 66th birthday celebration of Moriarty and nearby Buford, when both towns were incorporated (Buford later was annexed into Moriarty). The Sixty-Six … Continue reading Moriarty hosting New Mexico Route 66 Film Fest featuring 66-second videos