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Atlanta, Illinois is ramping up tourism efforts, anticipating an influx of travelers for the Route 66 centennial. Visitors to the J.H. Hawes Grain Elevator can now view a decommissioned mine shaft on the grounds. The Atlanta Coal Mining Company Museum tells the story of Atlanta's 40 years of failed attempts at sourcing its own black gold. A nearby American Giants Museum is scheduled to open in July.
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A piece of restored Edwardsville history is making its debut Friday. The West End Service Station is reopening as a museum and interpretive center for people to learn about its history as a hub along the Route 66 corridor, in anticipation of the road’s 100th anniversary in 2026.
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Casey Claypool is the owner of Doc’s Just Off 66, a new restaurant in Girard. Claypool spoke to Community Voices about the history of the restaurant and the international visitors it’s already attracting.
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The International Route 66 Mother Road Festival is back in Springfield after taking a break during 2020. The event also features 1,200 vehicles in a parade leading to downtown Springfield. Event organizer Greg Cooper spoke to Community Voices about the car show that runs Sept. 24-26, 2021.
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The International Route 66 Mother Road Festival is back in Springfield after taking a break during 2020. The event also features 1,200 vehicles in a parade leading to downtown Springfield. Event organizer Greg Cooper spoke to Community Voices about the car show that runs Sept. 24-26, 2021.
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Bill Crook grew up in Springfield and was inspired to draw by his mother - an active member of the Springfield Art Association. His new book, titled…
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Sean Crawford talks with State Journal-Register Business Editor Tim Landis.This week:* Pawnee power plant- Houston company, EmberClear Corp., wants to…
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Tim and Bill chat about a big Route 66 memorabilia auction this weekend & a car dealership next to White Oaks Mall.
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For decades, the Mill restaurant was a mainstay along Route 66 in Lincoln. Known for its fried schnitzel, as well as its architecture resembling a small…
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A G.I. Joe convention is coming to Springfield. We discuss it on this week's WUIS/SJR Business Report with Tim Landis.