A local couple recently acquired the circa-1890 but long-vacant Bourbon Hotel, located only a block or two from old Route 66 in Bourbon, Missouri. Justin and Lacey Whittaker (a Christian author) set up a Facebook page about the hotel at 237 E. Pine St.: "We are going to do our best to bring y’all along … Continue reading Local couple acquires century-old Bourbon Hotel in Bourbon, Missouri
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29 gravestones vandalized at historic Hill Cemetery in Bourbon
A total of 29 headstones at historic Hill Cemetery along Route 66 in Bourbon, Missouri, recently were destroyed by vandals. It's believed the destruction, discovered Wednesday, occurred within the last two weeks after the cemetery last was mowed, according to a report by KSDK-TV in St. Louis. It's also believed more than one person was … Continue reading 29 gravestones vandalized at historic Hill Cemetery in Bourbon
New Kingman Splash Pad has a familiar sight
Those who check out the new Kingman Splash Pad at Cecil Davis Park in Kingman, Arizona, may see a familiar sight -- a replica of the old water tower that greets Route 66 travelers going into town. The water park opened last weekend after months of fundraising and work by Desert Construction, Fripps Mohave Construction and AB … Continue reading New Kingman Splash Pad has a familiar sight
Circle Inn Malt Shop marks 60th year
The Circle Inn Malt Shop on old Route 66 in Bourbon, Missouri, is in the midst of its 60th year in business, according to Sullivan Independent News. Originally built in 1955 by Bud and Marie Ware, the malt shop was passed on to son Bob Ware and now is currently owned and operated by 3rd … Continue reading Circle Inn Malt Shop marks 60th year