In the wide plains of the Texas Panhandle, just east of Amarillo, a quiet stucco building stands against the sky—the last witness to a town that time forgot. Built in 1911 by Phil Reeves, the Reeves Filling Station served early Route 66 travelers braving the infamous Jericho Gap, where deep ruts and muddy roads often left drivers stranded.Jericho, Texas was once a lively stop along the Mother Road, but like so many towns bypassed by progress, it faded after Route 66 was rerouted. As homes crumbled, the Reeves Filling Station endured, a reminder of a time when grit and community made all the difference crossing the Panhandle.Today, thanks to the Preserve Route 66 Legacy Business Grant, we are stabilizing and restoring this important landmark. Saving the Reeves Filling Station is about more than preserving stucco walls—it’s about honoring the travelers, dreamers, and hard-working families who helped shape the spirit of Route 66.