Drivers from 42 states, Canada and France participated in the parade as 3,596 classic cars and thousands of paradegoers celebrated Route 66’s centennial.
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Amid Route 66 anniversary, historians say Black travelers found safety in Greenwood
Route 66 promised access to long-distance travel — and an escape from peril for many Black Americans. But historians say Black motorists needed the help of The Green Book to stay safe.
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‘Hot zingy!’ The Helen brings NYC breakfast dining to Meadow Gold District
After three decades in New York, Tulsa native Tim Rucker is betting big on the former Wildflower Cafe location. What can hungry diners expect?
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Celebrating 100 years of Route 66 in Tulsa? We round up the best places to grab a bite.
We put together a diner’s guide to the Mother Road in Tulsa, where restaurants new and old are offering Mexican favorites, pizza slices, coffee, dessert and more.