History

The line for the main merchandise booth stretched all the way to the outfield along one side of the ballpark.

$3.2 million includes $1.2 million for seven women- and children-focused charities.

July 25 will be a “day of reflection” to honor the teen and his mom.

Upgrades to the interior and exterior of the Lincoln-Herndon Law Office will provide safety and access to visitors and employees.

“It’s just another way, a fun way to connect the traveler with 66 sites on Route 66.”

World’s largest operating locomotive rolls through Illinois.

“I’ve always been passionate about America,” de Jong said. “I’ve seen American movies and I think that’s where Route 66 popped up, too. So, watching the movies, wanting to go to America and Route 66 is one of those real American things.”

A new executive director must be approved by the Illinois Senate.

“It really started as a vision — a place for kids to come and learn about the game, hopefully fall in love with the game, learn about being a good teammate and how to win graciously and lose graciously,” Sowle said.

The Ace Sign Co., and Route 66 Museum, is now housed inside an old 1952 Sears Warehouse.