A Dutch arborist who loves Route 66 aims to help trees grow in the tainted soil of Galena, Kansas, and other Route 66 towns with a method that helps vegetation thrive in arid climates or poisoned soils, according to an article in the Joplin Globe. It's difficult for trees to grow in Galena and other … Continue reading A tree grows in Galena
Tag: Carterville
Historic landmark for sale in Missouri
The turn-of-the-century Weeks Hardware Co. building on Route 66 in Carterville, Missouri, is listed for sale. Ordinarily, I don't publish stories about properties for sale on the Mother Road. But this one is an exception because of its historic nature and prominence in Carterville's downtown. According to Kathy Sidenstricker at Smith Midwest Real Estate, the Weeks building at … Continue reading Historic landmark for sale in Missouri