Angel Delgadillo, known as the "Guardian Angel of Route 66," today will receive his own exhibit about his impact on the Mother Road at the Kingman Visitor Center in Kingman, Arizona. The opening day for the exhibit is after 1 p.m. local time today. The exhibit is free to the public on the second floor … Continue reading Angel Delgadillo today gets his own exhibit at the Kingman Visitor Center
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Proposed rule may ban rock-hunting in Mojave Trails National Monument
Rock collecting in the Mojave Trails National Monument that includes Route 66 in southern California may become banned under a proposed rule by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. The Los Angeles Times reports the BLM is nearing completion of a management plan that could declare rock collecting a form of mining. If that happens, … Continue reading Proposed rule may ban rock-hunting in Mojave Trails National Monument
Newspaper talks to longtime owner of the doomed Diamond Inn Motel in Villa Ridge
If you have a few minutes, read this long feature in the Washington Missourian about L.B. Eckelkamp Jr., the longtime owner of the Diamond Inn Motel in Villa Ridge, Missouri. The Diamond Inn, which turned 50 years old not long ago, probably will be torn down by the time you read this. Ultimately, the motel, … Continue reading Newspaper talks to longtime owner of the doomed Diamond Inn Motel in Villa Ridge
Owner of Tally’s Good Food Cafe in Tulsa arrested on felony theft charges
The owner of the landmark Tally's Good Food Cafe along Route 66 in Tulsa was arrested on multiple counts of felony larceny after being accused of shoplifting a total of 31 times. KRMG Radio in Tulsa reported that Talal "Tally" Jamil Alame was arrested at his restaurant on Friday. He was freed on bond hours … Continue reading Owner of Tally’s Good Food Cafe in Tulsa arrested on felony theft charges
Owner of Motel Safari in Tucumcari is putting it up for sale
The owner of the historic Motel Safari in Tucumcari, New Mexico, announced on social media this week he soon would put the Route 66 establishment on the market. Larry Smith, who has owned the motel at 722 E. Route 66 Blvd. for six years, stated he was "feeling that my time here at the Safari … Continue reading Owner of Motel Safari in Tucumcari is putting it up for sale
Michael Wallis talks about Route 66, “Cars” film and writing career in a recent TV interview
Bestselling author Michael Wallis recently sat down with a Tulsa TV station to talk about his long writing career, the "Cars" movie and his personal and professional connection to Route 66. Wallis, 77, was plugging an appearance at the recently completed Route 66 Road Fest in Tulsa. A lot of young people remember his small … Continue reading Michael Wallis talks about Route 66, “Cars” film and writing career in a recent TV interview
Aussie devours Big Texan’s 72-ounce steak dinner in the second-fastest time ever
At least he got it for free. An Australian competitive eater recently gobbled down the Big Texan Steak Ranch's 72-ounce steak dinner in a little less than 6 1/2 minutes, according to WFAA-TV. However, James Webb's effort wasn't a record. Nebraska competitive eater Molly Schuyler (who weighed only 120 pounds) inhaled the enormous platter in … Continue reading Aussie devours Big Texan’s 72-ounce steak dinner in the second-fastest time ever
Keynote speakers announced for 2023 Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference
The organizers for the Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference, scheduled for Oct. 19-22 in Bloomington-Normal, announced the keynote speakers for the event a few days ago. The theme for the eighth conference will be "The Great American Road Trip," and the speeches will be on Oct. 20-21. The conference will be headquartered at the … Continue reading Keynote speakers announced for 2023 Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference
Food not being served at Bagdad Cafe as the owner approaches her 83rd birthday
The California Historic Route 66 Association reports the Bagdad Cafe in Newberry Springs, California, currently is not serving food but is open for visits by tourists and is selling T-shirts, Route 66 souvenirs, soda, beer and coffee. The association and her son also plan something special for owner Andrea Pruett on her 83rd birthday on … Continue reading Food not being served at Bagdad Cafe as the owner approaches her 83rd birthday
Supermodel Cindy Crawford stars in a photo shoot at Roy’s in Amboy
The Roy's Motel and Cafe complex in Amboy, California, has seen a lot of fashion photo shoots over the decades. But last week saw a particularly notable one by Cindy Crawford, one of the most popular supermodels in history. According to SI Lifestyle and other media outlets, the 57-year-old Crawford was participating in a project … Continue reading Supermodel Cindy Crawford stars in a photo shoot at Roy’s in Amboy