Back in the heyday of Route 66, neon signs were used for advertising everything from tires to diners. In Lexington,
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Random Attractions: Dwight, IL
These sights are just one of the many little attractions that make Route 66 charming. Just down the street from
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Near the Mazon River, you can find this historic diner on the southeastern side of the route. The Riviera Roadhouse
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The earliest historical site located within Gardner is the Two Cell Jailhouse. Built in 1906 and was in operation until
Continue readingDwight, IL: Ambler’s Texaco Station
Ambler’s Texaco Station was built in 1933 by Jack Shore. It featured the common architectural gas station design know as
Continue readingUnderground Tunnel: Odell, IL
Rolling down the streets of the sleepy little town of Odell, IL it is hard to believe that the Route
Continue readingBig Al’s Hot Dogs: Dwight, IL
Big Al’s Hot Dogs. I really don’t know much about this establishment. I could have swore it was opened last
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Cayuga, IL is one of those places that can be describe as forgettable. There isn’t much to this tiny town
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I decided to head to the town of Gardner, IL; home the famous Streetcar Diner. The current location was not
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As a child, I grew up seeing the “Historic Route 66” signs up around town. I would ask my dad,
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