Watch a video about Joliet, Atlanta, Pontiac and Springfield on Illinois’ Route 66 Scenic Byway.
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Illinois announces $4 million Route 66 grant
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WEHT) – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois ... from Chicago to the Chain of Rocks Bridge.” Construction of Route 66 began in 1926 and it became one of the most famous ...
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Gov. Pritzker Announces $4 Million In Grant Funding For Projects Along The Historic Route 66
SPRINGFIELD - Governor JB Pritzker ... “For almost 100 years, Route 66 has been where an iconic Illinois road trip begins, today’s announcement gives local tourism bureaus the opportunity ...
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Get your kicks: Facts about Route 66, Illinois' most famous highway
BLOOMINGTON — It's been nearly 100 years since Route 66 was built as the main thoroughfare between Chicago and California. While the original roadway is no longer in service, traveling along the ...
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5 Must-See Cities On Your Midwest Road Trip
This great Midwestern city is best known for its world-famous ... Route 66. The list of outstanding local restaurants is unsurprisingly extensive, but among the best for the entertaining road trip ...