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11/21/2008
Rock Thrown Through Trucker's Windshield Along Route 66 (WPXI Pittsburgh)
Police in Washington Township are investigating after someone threw a rock through the windshield of a truck traveling along Route 66 late Thursday night.
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11/21/2008
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Communities view Historic Route 66 as a road to dollars (Westchester Suburban Life)
Even before Bobby Troup penned “Route 66” in 1946, the iconic highway had captured the imagination of the young and the restless. Now, many communities across the country see the asphalt ribbon as the road to prosperity.
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11/19/2008
Two Pontiac photos in new Route 66 book (Pontiac Daily Leader)
A photo of the Lincoln statue at the Livingston County Courthouse and a photo of the swinging bridge at Humiston-Riverside Park are in the Illinois chapter of a book about Route 66 written by Jim Hinckley and published this month by Voyageur Press.
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11/22/2008
Cars line up for miles along Route 66 during Fire Rock Casino’s opening (The Gallup Independent)
GALLUP — It looked like a NASCAR race track between Gallup and the Fire Rock Casino Wednesday night as people tried to get to the casino for its grand opening.
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11/22/2008
Road trip: One 72-year-old, 1 bike, 3 days, 174.1 miles (The Pantagraph)
An old chum offered to say a prayer for Dave Priest three weeks ago on the night before he embarked on a bicycle trip alone from his home in Bloomington to Chicago on the Old Route 66 Trail.
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11/17/2008
Library Man Killed In Route 66 Crash (KDKA Pittsburgh)
One person is dead following a one-vehicle accident on Route 66 in Hempfield Township.  Scott Austin, 40, of Library, was killed when his SUV flipped over around 4 a.m.
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11/17/2008
South Park Man Killed In Route 66 Crash (WPXI Pittsburgh)
NEW STANTON, Pa. -- State police said the driver of a SUV died when he flipped the vehicle on the Route 66 toll bypass in Westmoreland County. Police said Scott Austin, 40, of South Park, was killed in the crash on Monday around 4 a.m.
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11/16/2008
Road trippers still can "get their kicks on Route 66": CYBERTRIPS (Asbury Park Press)
Much of the route has been taken over by four-lane interstates, but scattered sections of U.S. 66 still can be driven between the Midwest and the Pacific Coast, and the spirit of Route 66 — the Mother Road in "The Grapes of Wrath" — lives on even in places where its pavement has disappeared.
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11/19/2008
All-Ireland entry takes Route 66! (Kerry's Eye)
Some things are better late than never, but not when there are All-Ireland final tickets up for grabs. An entry for a competition giving away tickets to the Kerry-Tyrone clash last September arrived at Kerry’s Eye this week - after being posted from Castleisland on September 12th.
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11/20/2008
Vak to speak at business-education lunch (The Leader Times)
Stephen M. Vak, a retired superintendent with a long-time presence in the Alle-Kiski Valley, will be the featured speaker at Armstrong School District's annual Business-Education-Community Luncheon held 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday at Lenape Heights Golf Course banquet hall, Route 66, Manor Township.
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  • About.com Route 66 - Includes a brief history and travel tips.
  • Afton Station Route 66 Auto Museum & Welcome Center - About the auto museum and welcome center located in a 1930s gas station in Afton, OK. Contains postcards, information on the Pacards, history and general Route 66 information.
  • Alan Copson's Route 66 - Pictures from a stock photographer.
  • Angel Delgadillo's route 66 gift shop - About Angel Delgadillo's Route 66 gift shop in Seligman, Arizona. Contains history, pictures and a shop.
  • Arizona Route 66 - Route 66 in Arizona, includes history and links.
  • arizonaroads: US 66 - Pictures from Route 66 in Arizona.
  • Baby Austins on the Mother Road - Story of 5 Austin Seven
  • Barstow Route 66 Mother Road Museum - Location, displays, events at the museum located in Barstow, California.
  • Baxter Springs Heritage Center and Museum - Museum detailing the history of Baxter Springs, KS. Find a gallery, short history of the town and a walking tour of Baxter Springs.
  • Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven - Motel on Route 66 in Springfield, MO.
  • Blue Swallow Motel - About the vintage renovated motel in Tucumcari, NM.
  • Bring Back US Highway Route 66 - A recommissioning initiative seeking to put the old road back on America's maps and road atlases.
  • Byways: Route 66 - About the National Scenic Byways Program's in Illinois, New Mexico and Arizona. Includes pictures and descriptions of roadside attactions.
  • California Historic Route 66 Association - California Historic Route 66 Association's contact details.
  • California Route 66 Museum Victorville - Contains descriptions of the exhibits, events and opening hours of the museum.
  • California Route 66 Preservation Foundation - Lists projects and events.
  • Canadian Route 66 Home Page - Links, membership, merchandise and photographs.
  • Cermak Plaza Sculptures - About a controversial roadside art collection in the parking lot of a Berwyn, IL Shopping Plaza.
  • Clinton Route 66 Museum - Located in Clinton, Oklahoma Exhibit and contact information.
  • Cool Springs on Route 66 - About Cool Springs, AZ, contains history of the site and the restoration of the vintage gas station and gift shop.
  • Coral Court Motel - History, architecture and highlights about a lost icon just west of Saint Louis.
  • Cozy Dog Drive-in - Historical eatery on Route 66 featuring the original Cozy Dog hotdog on a stick.
  • Cruise 66 - About a cruise in June 2006 by a collection of classic American cars owned by Norwegians. Contains information on the planning and pictures of the cars.
  • Devil's Rope Barbed Wire Museum - Includes location, information about and history of barbed wire. Located on Route 66 in McLean, Texas.
  • Digital Route 66 - Pictures from Illinois and eastern Missouri.
  • 66 Diner - About the landmark 1950s themed restaurant in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
  • Doc's Route 66 Page - Information on traveling Route 66, especially by motorcycle. Also connections with Corvettes.
  • Drive-in theaters along Route 66 - Database of drive-in theaters along the old road. Both closed and theaters in operation are listed.
  • E-Journal - Route 66 - Pictures of Route 66.
  • The El Rancho Hotel - History, pictures, area information of the historic hotel in Gallup, NM where the stars did sleep.
  • Flagstaff Route 66 Days - Information about the annual event in Flagstaff, AZ.
  • Get Your Kicks On Route 66 - Highlighted attractions in the different states.
  • Goatfolks Route 66 Pages - Photos from a trip on Route 66, including sign photos.
  • The grand motel - Willimas, AZ - Historic motel in Williams, Arizona on Route 66.
  • Hampton Landmarks - Find a collection of recognized landmarks along the old road, find pictures and short descriptions of the landmarks.
  • Henry's Rabbit Ranch - Henry's Rabbit Ranch in Staunton, IL. It features information, memorabilia and collector items.
  • Historic Auto Tours in Missouri's Pulaski County: Route 66 - Description of an auto tour and history of Route 66 in Pulaski County, MO. [PDF]
  • Historic Roads in Los Angeles County - Weblog about Historic Roads in Los Angeles County
  • Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona - Aims to preserve and protect US 66 and its cultural legacy in Arizona.
  • Illinois Route 66 Heritage Project, Inc. - Information on the Illinois Route 66 Heritage project, get your IL Route 66 license plate, maps and roadside places.
  • Illinois Route 66 preservation projects - Preservation projects by the Illinois Preservation Committee.
  • Illinois Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor - About the annual event along Route 66 in Illinois. Contains pictures of past editions, maps, links to other events and more.
  • J. M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum - About the Museum in Claremore, Oklahoma.
  • The John's Modern Cabins News - Route 66 Historic Preservation efforts, news, projects, and actions.
  • Joliet Kicks On Route 66 - Information on the Route 66 program in Joliet, IL and the Route 66 attraction of the same.
  • Katie & Dad's Route 66 Adventure - Pictures and travel planning.
  • Kingman Historic Route 66 Museum - Read about the museum's exhibits and theatre.
  • La Posada Hotel - Information, history, rates of the restored Harvey House in Winslow, AZ.
  • Legendary Route 66 - Features history, legends, and photographs.
  • Mark Potter's kick on Route 66 - Historic pictures and description.
  • Martin's Route 66 Gallery and Essay - Private page illustrating roadside features.
  • McJerry66 - About the author Jerry McClanahan, his artwork, books, news and free updates to the EZ66 guide he wrote.
  • Meramec Caverns - Large commercial cave in Stanton, Missouri.
  • Meteor Crater - Home - Visitor information for Meteor Crater in Arizona.
  • Missouri Route 66 Association - Official site of the organization dedicated to promote and preserve the Mother Road in Missouri.
  • Mojave Desert Heritage and Cultural Association - Details on preservation along the corridor in California. Group is the expansion of the group Friends of the Mojave Road.
  • Mojave Road - Photos of the corridor in California.
  • The Mother Road - Supporting website for a TV travelogue about a mother-daughter pair traveling on Route 66.
  • The Mother Road 100 - Information about a 100 mile foot race that was held on the 80th anniversary of Route 66.
  • Munger Moss Motel - Historic motel in Lebanon on 2 lane highway.
  • The Museum Club - About the Museum Club, a historic music and dance club on Route 66 in Flagstaff, Arizona
  • National Historic Route 66 Federation - Advocacy group dedicated to preservation of remaining route of US 66.
  • National Park Service Route 66 Corridor Preservation Program: Program Description - Preservation program information including a high level map, historical significance documentation, information on the cost-sharing grants program.
  • New Mexico Route 66 Association - Aims to interpret highway's history and promote tourism along former 66 route.
  • Oklahoma Route 66 Association, Inc. - Dedicated to preserving the memory of US 66, a highway that looms large in Oklahoma's cultural history.
  • Oklahoma Route 66 Management Plan - Archeological view and management plan of Route 66 in Oklahoma.
  • The Old Chain of Rocks Bridge - Essay about the Chain of Rocks Bridge and its history.
  • Old Log Cabin - History, pictures and menus from the landmark in Pontiac, IL.
  • Old Route 66 Artworks - Models of buildings inspired by Route 66.
  • Old Route 66 Association of Texas - Listing of towns along the historic road in Texas.
  • Pacoma Films - Route 66 Video Collection - Various items for sale.
  • Parsa's Virtual Route 66 Roadtrip - Links, pictures and information on Route 66.
  • Playing Hooky On Route 66 - Travelogue with pictures.
  • Polk-a-Dot Drive In - Menu, location, events, pictures and history of this roady classic in Braidwood, IL.
  • Pops - About the new business in Arcadia, OK. Pictures and details about events.
  • Postcards From The Road... - About the Afton station in Afton, OK. The station will welcome travelers.
  • Pow Wow Inn - Old motel on Route 66 in Tucumcari, NM.
  • 66 productions - About the film productions, tours and books by Scott Piotrowski.
  • Red Cedar Inn - Restaurant in Pacific, Missouri, along the old route. Contains history, full eatery menu, news, online tour, online gift shop and games.
  • Road Trip America: links - Route 66 websites reviewed by Road Trip America.
  • Road Trip Memories - Personal site by a Route 66 fan. Time frames and regular travel pictures along route 66 and other 2 lane highways.
  • Roadside Icons of Route 66 - An overview of the americana roadside attractions along Route 66.
  • Route 66 - Vintage postcards, screensavers and history.
  • Route 66 - Travelogue from a 2002 trip along the corridor by visitors from Great Britain.
  • Route 66 : America's Most Famous Highway - Describes history and culture associated with US 66, includes information about the annual Mother Road Rally for motorcyclists.
  • Route 66 : Area 51 U.S.A. Tours 1997-2002 - Photo log with commentary.
  • Route 66 - Mojave Desert - Photos from California.
  • Route 66 - Nob Hill-Highland District - Portion of Albuquerque which includes a section of historic route. History and business information.
  • Route 66, Arizona - Topock to Williams - Description and photographs of remaining parts.
  • Route 66 Association of Illinois - A group devoted to the preservation and promotion of Historic Route 66 in Illinois. Includes photographs and other information about sights along the route.
  • Route 66 Atlas - On scale maps of Route 66 showing the different alignments. Includes predecessors such as the National Old Trails.
  • Route 66 Days Festival - Information about annual festival in Strafford, MO.
  • Route 66 for Kids - A kid-friendly guide to traveling the mother road with Scout the road warrior dog.
  • Route 66 Guidebooks and Maps - An overview and classification of the available guidebooks and maps.
  • Route 66 Honeymoon - Route 66 pictures from the honeymoon trip of Jerry and 'BJ' Holk. Photographical coverage of all 8 states.
  • Route 66 in Southern California and the San Gabriel Valley - Also covers the rest of the United States. Includes photos and a midi file library.
  • Route 66: It's a French Word - 2000 miles in 2000. A motorcycle trip from Chicago to Los Angeles. Information and advise from a traveler.
  • Route 66 Lost and Found - Covers the book by the author, sells copies of pictures.
  • Route 66 Magazine - About Route 66 magazine, also features a book and video store and an index of all magazines.
  • Route 66 Maps - Additional files for the Route 66 Guidebook and Atlas and a downloadable index to Route 66 Magazine articles.
  • Route 66 Memories - Jeff and Judy Lee's Journal of their experiences driving Route 66 in the fall of 2002.
  • Route 66 Motels - Guide to great mom-and-pop lodgings on Historic Route 66.
  • Route 66 News - Weblog dedicated to Route 66 news.
  • Route 66 Photo Album - Photographs of a trip down the old road by a Japanese couple.
  • Route 66 Photo Gallery by Gerald Eisen - Photos of route 66 roadside attractions for sale.
  • Route 66 Photo Lounge - A photographic drive down Route 66.
  • Route 66 Photographs - Route 66 stock photos by Jim Ross and Shellee Graham available for purchase. Available as licensed work or as prints.
  • Route 66 Place - Gifts and souvenirs.
  • Route 66 Postcards - Collection of postcards from the Mother Road.
  • Route 66 PostmarkArt - Art that traveled the length of Route 66.
  • The Route 66 Pulse - Online Newspaper - Online version of a free newspaper distributed along the mother road.
  • Route 66 Research Page - Links and maps for further research. Also includes a link to a bibliography by the author.
  • Route 66 road trip - Pictures and slide show of road trips and CD promotion.
  • Route 66 Roy's - Former eatery/fuel station/motel located in Amboy, California. Includes history.
  • Route 66 Sodas LLC - About Route 66 Sodas, makers of the Route 66 root beer.
  • Route 66 spots - Photo weblog of Route 66 landmarks.
  • Route 66 State Park - About the Route 66 State Park in Eureka, Missouri.
  • Route 66 the Great American Highway - Contains history, pictures and vintage postcards.
  • Route 66: The Main Stream of America - Essay about the history of the old road.
  • Route 66 to Flagstaff - Travelogue of a trip on part on Route 66.
  • Route 66 Today - High bandwidth video clips of artists, authors, roadside owners.
  • Route 66 TV online - Two 25 minutes long video program about Route 66 centering around Joplin, Missouri.
  • Route 66 U.S.A. - General page which includes information on the Route 66 International Association.
  • Save 66 - Site with pictures along Route 66.
  • Smalltown America Inns - About Smalltown America Inns, has information on the Safari Motel in Tucumcari, NM including amenities, news, contact form and more.
  • Spring Break 66 - Promoting having spring break on Route 66.
  • Standin' on the Corner Park, Winslow, Arizona - Information about the corner made famous by the Eagles. Contains history, news and events.
  • Straight Dope Staff Report: Where is Route 66? - Article answering the question
  • Texas Old Route 66 Association - Dedicated to preserving and promoting Route 66 in Texas.
  • Two lane adventures - Organization arranges motorcycle adventure tours on Route 66.
  • Untraveled Road: Historic Route 66 - Travel virtually on a desert stretch of the old road, by surfing through the many pictures.
  • US 66 Roadtrip - Book and road guide to sights and history of towns along highway route.
  • US66: In the beginning - Early maps of US highway 66.
  • Vega Motel - Historic motel in Vega, Texas.
  • Viva Cuba Mural Project - About the outdoor murals in Cuba, MO.
  • Welcome to the Ariston Cafe - About the Ariston Cafe in Litchfield, Illinois.
  • Wigwam Motel (Holbrook, AZ) - About the Wigwam Motel in Arizona with a unique 'americana' architecture in the form of concrete teepees. Includes pictures, reservations, rates and curios.
  • Wigwam Motel (Rialto, CA) - Boasts unique 'americana' architecture in the form of concrete teepees. Includes pictures, history, and typical motel information. Rialto, California.
  • Wilmington IL - Route 66 - Site about Wilmington, IL and Route 66. It includes history and sights.
  • Windy City Road Warrior - Photographs, stories focused on Chicago, IL.
  • World Monuments Fund: Route 66 - About the interest in Route 66 and the pilot project of the World Monuments Fund.
  • Zeno's Motel and Steakhouse - Information about the steakhouse and Motel on Route 66 in Rolla, MO.
  • Main St. U.S.A. - 2002 article about Route 66, its history and some pictures. (February 1, 2002)
  • Historic Roads in Los Angeles County - Weblog focussed on historic roads in L.A. County. [Atom]
  • Historic Route 66 News - Learn what's happening in relation to Route 66. [RSS]
  • Route 66 news - Blog focusing on Route 66 news. [RSS]
  • Route 66 spots - Photo weblog with Route 66 landmarks. [Atom]

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