Flick Fact: The Bloomington street with two birthdays to celebrate?
Question: Bloomington's West Wood Street borders Miller Park, where thousands will gather Saturday for Fourth of July fireworks. Why should you sing "Happy Birthday" twice while you're there?
Answer: As Bloomington and America celebrates its 250th birthday there on the Fourth, famed U.S. Route 66 is having a 100th birthday party in 2026 and Wood Street was once part of the Route 66.
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This story was originally published July 3, 2026 at 9:57 PM.