Recently, the City of Lincoln purchased the old State Bank of Lincoln building to house a new Route 66 train exhibit. 

Lincoln Mayor Tracy Welch explains another piece of that building will be occupied by what he calls an "economic incubator" to help people start or move their small businesses in the City. He got the idea during a trip to Pontiac. 

The Mayor notes they've been doing well without a Chamber of Commerce for some time; however, he feels that having this economic development resource will be a big benefit to the community. 

Former Mayor of Pontiac, Scott McCoy has been brought on to help Lincoln in it's tourism efforts, and Mayor Welch calls him "Mr. Route 66." He notes that it's not uncommon for him to meet with other local leaders to discuss ideas. 

The Route 66 Train exhibit and the economic incubator are slated to open this spring, with final ownership of the building likely coming to the City later this fall.