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Caprock Chronicles Kicks on Route 66 part 3, fall of the mother road
5+ hour ago (739+ words) Editor's Note: Jack Becker is the editor of Caprock Chronicles and is a Librarian Emeritus from Texas Tech University. He can be reached at [email protected]. Today's article is the third of an extended monthly series about Route 66 by frequent contributor…...
What’s happening in New Mexico March 6-12? Oddities & Curiosities Expo and more
7+ hour, 46+ min ago (700+ words) NEW MEXICO(KRQE) " Check out community events around New Mexico from March 6 to 12. "Roadrunner Food Bank receives large food donation from "America Gives" " Roadrunner Food Bank just received a massive food donation from a nationwide initiative to deliver meals to…...
How Route 66 helped shape El Reno and its famous Fried Onion Burger
10+ hour, 2+ min ago (735+ words) For nearly a century, Route 66 has carried travelers through towns like El Reno, past diners and filling stations, murals and memories. It's a road that shaped not only the town, but also the people who call it home. On a…...
Suspect arrested after standoff near Albuquerque funeral home
12+ hour ago (99+ words) Suspect arrested after standoff near Albuquerque funeral home'Yahoo ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) "Police said they apprehended a person after a standoff in northeast Albuquerque on Thursday afternoon. APD said officers found the suspect barricaded inside a truck near the Riverside Funeral Home…...
UNM Theatre and Dance showcase Route 66 inspired shows
12+ hour, 37+ min ago (246+ words) The University of New Mexico Theatre and Dance Department are staging productions inspired by Route 66. KOAT got a behind-the-scenes look at the first show of the season and how they're preparing. Interact with the video player above to get a…...
Grants strengthen New Mexico’s innovation ecosystem
13+ hour, 46+ min ago (139+ words) SANTA FE " The New Mexico Economic Development Department (NMEDD) has awarded $2.5 million in grants to five organizations to expand services and programming that help entrepreneurs develop and commercialize new technologies. "These grants help turn New Mexico's research strengths into real…...
Strong winds and fire risk coming to New Mexico this Friday
20+ hour, 16+ min ago (126+ words) ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. " A storm system is bringing light rain and snow showers near the New Mexico-Colorado border. Less than an inch of snow is expected from Dulce to Chama, with a few inches possible in the Tusas Mountains above Chama. Strong…...
Nightly ramp closures at US 101/SR 25 Interchange
22+ hour, 28+ min ago (132+ words) Don't miss the latest news and events happening in San Benito County delivered to your email. Information provided by Caltrans District 5. Lea este articulo en espa'ol'aqu. VTA is continuing construction on the US 101/SR 25 Interchange Phase 1 Improvements Project. South County…...
Route 66 celebrates 100 year birthday! | Newstalk KZRG - KZRG-AM
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (156+ words) Route 66 celebrating 100 years since the beginning." Visit Joplin's Patrick Tuttle told Newstalk KZRG that Route 66 celebrations in 2026 include major events to enhance regional tourism and international engagement. Celebrations begin April 30th with a parade, concert, and ball in Springfield, emphasizing its…...
Cruising U.S. Route 66 in California: Can’t-miss roadtrip spots
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (1640+ words) If you've been driving the 2,448 miles from Chicago west to Santa Monica on the best long road trip in America, Route 66 in California will seem like the home stretch. But here's the thing. You don't have to do it all…...