A Route 66-themed hotel project and a controversial "Cry Baby Cry" statue -- both near Tulsa's Arkansas River -- have been put on the back burner by the city after a new mayor recently took office. An interactive digital storytelling experience about Route 66 also has been put on hold. The Tulsa World newspaper gleaned … Continue reading Route 66 hotel project, “Cry Baby Cry” statue placed on hold by City of Tulsa
Category: Restaurants
Nearly century-old Clanton’s Cafe of Vinita put on the market for $1.9 million
Clanton's Cafe, a family-owned landmark on Route 66 in Vinita, Oklahoma, since 1927, has been put up for sale for the first time, with an asking price of $1.9 million. The restaurant at 319 E. Illinois Ave. (aka Route 66) is listed by K. Abbott Realty Group: Rhys Martin, president of the Oklahoma Route 66 … Continue reading Nearly century-old Clanton’s Cafe of Vinita put on the market for $1.9 million
Fire prompts indefinite closing of Kix on 66 restaurant in Tucumcari
A fire early Friday heavily damaged the roof of Kix on 66 in Tucumcari, New Mexico. The restaurant will be closed indefinitely, but its owners have vowed to rebuild. A local firefighter shot this photo of the fire shortly after it was reported. Co-owner Donna Halfhill was in the kitchen about 4 a.m., getting ready … Continue reading Fire prompts indefinite closing of Kix on 66 restaurant in Tucumcari
Roy’s Motel & Cafe in Amboy featured in “Today” show segment
Kyle Okura and the Roy's Motel & Cafe site in Amboy, California, recently were featured in a segment on NBC-TV's "Today" show. It delves into Kyle's father, Albert Okura, who purchased the entire Route 66 town 20 years ago. After Albert's death, Kyle has been trying to fulfill his father's vision. Kyle said in an … Continue reading Roy’s Motel & Cafe in Amboy featured in “Today” show segment
Neon sign lighting ceremony for Western Motel in Vinita set for April 12
The owners of the Western Motel along Route 66 in Vinita, Oklahoma, announce a lighting ceremony for its new neon sign. The new sign will be unveiled at 7 p.m. on April 12. The event will include live music, food and more. The Western Motel last fall received a neon-sign grant through the Oklahoma Route … Continue reading Neon sign lighting ceremony for Western Motel in Vinita set for April 12
“Samantha Brown’s Places to Love” goes on Route 66 from Tulsa through Texas
The latest episode of "Samantha Brown's Places to Love" aired on PBS, where she travels on Route 66 west from Tulsa through the Texas Panhandle to the New Mexico border. Over 25 minutes, she visits Threatt Filling Station in Luther, Oklahoma; First Americans Museum and a neon artist in Oklahoma City; Sid's Diner in El … Continue reading “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love” goes on Route 66 from Tulsa through Texas
Old Riverton Store marks its 100th anniversary today
The Old Riverton Store, formerly known as Eisler Bros. Store and originally Williams Store, in Riverton, Kansas, today marks the 100th anniversary of its opening. Leo and Lora Williams opened it on March 20, 1925 -- more than a year before U.S. 66 officially existed. The store is marking the occasion today with cupcakes. A … Continue reading Old Riverton Store marks its 100th anniversary today
Big Route 66 development in Tulsa appears to be in limbo
A large Route 66-themed development, the Palmera Motor Court, near the Arkansas River in Tulsa appears to be in limbo. The Tulsa World reported last week: The Mayor’s Office did not respond directly when asked whether the city plans to move forward with a proposal from Sharp Development to build a hotel, restaurant and poolside bar at … Continue reading Big Route 66 development in Tulsa appears to be in limbo
Storms damage Sun ‘n Sand Motel sign, Tri-County Truck Stop building
Severe winds toppled the landmark Sun 'n Sand Motel sign in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, and a tornado destroyed the Tri-County Truck Stop building in Villa Ridge, Missouri. The weather events were part of a storm system that wreaked havoc across several states -- from high winds in New Mexico and Texas and wildfires in … Continue reading Storms damage Sun ‘n Sand Motel sign, Tri-County Truck Stop building
AP travel writer lists 14 inspirational woman of Route 66
Sage Scott, a syndicated travel writer for the Associated Press, recently published a list of 14 women who helped build or preserve the mythos of Route 66. "If you listen closely along Route 66, you can hear stories of great women echo through the kitchens of roadside diners, the front desks of family-run motels and … Continue reading AP travel writer lists 14 inspirational woman of Route 66