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Stories & News from Illinois Route 66
Landmarks Illinois Now Accepting Applications for the 2026 Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards
By Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway |
Landmarks Illinois is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards. The annual awards ...
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McLean County Museum of History Unveiling New Sculpture on the Square & Celebrating with Free Fun for Everyone
By Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway |
March 26, 2026 - The McLean County Museum of History is hosting a Llamapalooza during the First Friday festivities in ...
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2LaneLife Announces Cross-Country Route 66 Journey to Celebrate Centennial
By Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway |
Chicago, March 13, 2026 - 2LaneLife is embarking on an ambitious cross-country journey along Route 66 in celebration of the Route 66 Centennial and the United ...
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New IDOT Road Map Celebrates Route 66 in Illinois
By Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway |
DOWNLOAD THE PDF HERE! SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced today the release of a new Illinois ...
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