WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks with Amy Beadle of Visit Springfield Illinois about why Springfield and the Illinois stretch of the iconic Route 66 should be at the top of your travel list during the 2026 centennial year! During their conversation, Amy highlights a packed season of Route 66-themed experiences including David Schwartz’s “The Road That Takes You” photo exhibit, the Route 66 Bob Waldmire Exclusive Art Exhibition, the Centennial Route 66 5K sending runners onto the world’s fastest dirt mile track, and the Route 66 Submerged pontoon tour over the sunken section of the Mother Road. Amy also reminds listeners and visitors to leave ample time during their travels to explore Springfield’s rich history from Frank Lloyd Wright’s Dana-Thomas House and Abraham Lincoln’s presidential museum and tomb to the Illinois State Capitol. For more information, visit VisitSpringfieldIllinois.com