Classic cars, packed streets as Springfield erupts for Route 66 celebration, drawing national attention

After kicking off the trip in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and traveling through Kansas, Doocy arrived in Springfield, widely recognized as the birthplace of Route 66.

"Everybody today here in Springfield is wearing their Route 66 merch," Doocy said during a live segment.

"It's been really interesting because so many people in all the towns that we have visited have turned out," Doocy said. "In these towns, this is a very big deal."

The segment also featured former Missouri Rep. Billy Long, set to serve as the next U.S. ambassador to Iceland.

Long emphasized Springfield's historic significance.

"This is the birthplace of Route 66," Long said. 

"I was born here. Route 66 was born here."

Long shared the story of how Route 66 got its name, adding his signature auctioneer style.