Why the People and Places of Missouri’s Route 66 Still Capture Hearts Across Generations

When you think of Route 66, you probably picture neon signs, chrome diners, and long stretches of open road. But the real heartbeat of the Mother Road is not the pavement. It is the people who show up every day to hand-cut donuts, pour coffee for regulars, and welcome travelers with a smile and a story. Today, we are talking about the faces behind the highway and why their pride, humor, and hospitality are what keep Route 66 alive with Andrea Kaneko, Associate Editor of Missouri Life Magazine.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.