SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The annual Birthplace of Route 66 Festival is back for another year, and with the centennial anniversary around the corner, it’s one you won’t want to miss.

An estimated 65,000 people from Springfield and beyond will gather in downtown to celebrate the history of the cross-country roadway that originated in the city.

“Festivals like this and events that bring people together face to face, connecting one another,” said festival event director Cora Scott, “especially from diverse backgrounds, are important to the health of society. We truly believe that society depends on people coming together, despite our differences and having a good time, celebrating what is good in this world. We hear so much about what is bad in this world. These types of events do the opposi

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