SOUTHWEST MISSOURI — Two major roadways in Southwest Missouri will soon undergo some restoration work. The first project will focus on the Route 66 bridge ... bridges that cross Shoal Creek.

The city of Springfield, Missouri, has been selected as the host city for the national kickoff of America’s Route 66 Centennial Celebration in 2026.

The 2,400-mile highway, which starts in Chicago and passes through Missouri ... nonprofit called the Route 66 Alliance to help with fundraising. "It's a tremendous cross section of American ...

"This park not only preserves the iconic glow of America's Mother Road, but it also celebrates the rich history and culture Route 66 brought to our region and Missouri as a whole. It's a tribute ...