I missed this the last few times I was in downtown Albuquerque. But a sign on private property that says "Please, no puking, no pissing, no panhandling or perversion, thank you" continues to draw the ire of Route 66 tourists, businesses and city officials. KOAT-TV in Albuquerque posted a story about the sign, which has … Continue reading Albuquerque sign irks tourists, businesses
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Neon lights installed in part of Albuquerque’s downtown
Neon lights were installed on Route 66-themed lampposts along a section of Central Avenue (aka Route 66) in downtown Albuquerque during the weekend, according to various media outlets. KRQE-TV in Albuquerque has a video about the lights: Albuquerque Business First explained the project: Through a partnership and grant with the Public Service Co. of New … Continue reading Neon lights installed in part of Albuquerque’s downtown
Downtown Albuquerque may install public bathrooms
Downtown Albuquerque is strongly considering the construction of public bathrooms partly for the use of Route 66 tourists, reported KRQE-TV. But it's not just for tourism reasons (ick): The report sort of dances around the issue, but I suspect the downtown problem primarily comes from the homeless and those who've had a little too much … Continue reading Downtown Albuquerque may install public bathrooms
El Rey Theater in Albuquerque closes
The historic El Rey Theater in downtown Albuquerque closed a few days ago because the operator was encountering cash-flow problems with another venture, according to KOB-TV. Here's the station's report: The report makes it clear that El Rey, located on Central Avenue (aka Route 66), could reopen quickly if another operators signs a lease there. … Continue reading El Rey Theater in Albuquerque closes
Albuquerque gets grant for LED neon lighting
The City of Albuquerque received a grant from a state utility company to set up LED neon street lighting along a two-block stretch of downtown Central Avenue (aka Route 66), according to an announcement Wednesday from New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez and a report from KRQE-TV. A grant also will be used to "establish a … Continue reading Albuquerque gets grant for LED neon lighting