Coyote Drive-In almost ready to open

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Oh boy! The only thing better than a story about the opening of a brand-new drive-in theater is having some nice video of it to embed for you.

NBCDFW (secretly KXAS-TV), Fort Worth TX’s news leader, ran a fine little story about the construction work that’s nearly completed for the Coyote Drive-In just north of downtown. Two of its three screens are in place, its food pavilion is almost done, and earth movers are ripping out debris that would get in the way of driving and parking and watching movies. If that sounds a little familiar, it’s because we mentioned the Coyote here a few months ago.

But don’t take my word for it. If you want to read what’s pretty much a transcription of the story, head over to the NBCDFW site. But I think you’ll be better off just watching that great two minutes of video. If it doesn’t bring a smile to your face, you’re not a drive-in fan.

Clark 54 Drive-In for sale, cheap

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Clark 54 drive-in signKHQA, the Tri-States’ News Leader, reports that the Clark 54 Drive-In of Summer Hill IL is for sale, and the official Clark 54 web site confirms it.

According to KHQA, owner Mike Glass isn’t selling because of the looming conversion to digital projection or a lack of business, but “for personal reasons.” Okay.

The Clark 54 opened in 1952. KHQA says that a real estate agent said it’s averaged over $61,000 in annual profit over the last six years. The 70-foot screen was recently refurbished “and the septic system has been given health department approval.” I’m all in favor of that! And I know that the Clark 54 already has a Facebook page, because that’s where I borrowed the thumbnail to illustrate this news note. For another couple of photos and a few more details, check out the KHQA article.

The listing price is reported to be $245,000. If you’re interested, contact Wade Real Estate at 217-285-2774.

More video about the tough times in Twin Falls

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I know we just talked about the fate of the drive-ins of Twin Falls a few days ago, but you know I’m a sucker for any video with lots of drive-in photos. When I saw that KMVT, Idaho’s First News, prepared a fresh report yesterday, I just had to share it with you.

This video doesn’t cover much new ground, but we get to see a lot of great shots of the Motor Vu and the Grand Vu, along with the face behind the voice of their owner or manager or something, Larry Roper. I don’t know why its player has that “closing” word stuck by itself, but I’m happy to be able to embed it here. Warning: this video is not safe for anyone easily frightened by really large double chins. C’mon, Larry, please get help. We want you to stay with us running those drive-ins till you’re old and gray, okay?