Route 66 Tourism: Tulsa’s Route 66 Capital Cruise set a Guinness World Record for the longest car parade, but some drivers were turned away due to gate bottlenecks—leaving local Route 66 businesses hoping the hiccups don’t scare off future visitors. Local Public Safety & Events: Norman approved sending eight police officers to Kansas City to help with FIFA World Cup security and fan-festival coverage, with lodging and pay supported through federal grants. Outdoor Travel & Conservation: A new Farm Bill-funded USDA program expands wildlife-friendly funding to help farmers and ranchers protect big-game migration corridors across 17 states, including Oklahoma. Cycling & Road Rules: Missouri’s Jefferson City sent an “Idaho Stop” cyclist ordinance back to committee after a veto, a reminder that local traffic rules can shape how visitors bike through towns. Travel-Adjacent Health Story: A Texas camping trip near the Oklahoma border turned into an emergency twin birth in the car—an extreme reminder to plan for roadside medical needs. Road Trip Planning: A Route 66 “100 Greatest Miles” road rally is set for June 6, with self-paced check-ins across 11 Oklahoma communities.