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Pritzker announces $3 million investment in Route 66 preservation, modernization projects

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — More than $3 million in state funding is going toward preserving and modernizing historic Route 66 in Illinois. Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Economic Opportunity announced on Wednesday that they would be awarding six different organizations a total of seven awards. Some of those organizations maintain and renovate […]

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Illinois awards $180K for Route 66 projects in McLean County

The funding is intended to boost local tourism and attract visitors leading up to the 100th anniversary of historic Route 66 in 2026.

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$3 3 Million in Grant Funding for Projects Along the Historic Route 66

$3 3 Million in Grant Funding for Projects Along the Historic Route 66
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$3 3 Million in Grant Funding for Projects Along the Historic Route 66

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced seven awards, totaling $3.3 million, through the Route 66

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Fast-casual Asian restaurant opens on Springfield s north end, a westside location planned

Other newcomers to the dining scene include an ice cream parlor that features small batch dairy delights in 24 flavors scooped on a cone or bowl

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