Episode 11

Route 66! Midwest Small Towns You Need To See in 2026 - Illinois, Missouri, and Kansas

Published on: 15th March, 2026

This episode we highlight a few towns in Illinois, Missouri, and Kansas for some small towns in the Midwest - WHY? Because ROUTE 66 is CELEBRATING 100 years this year!

So - take a road trip on Route-66 and check out all the small towns along the way - However - I highlight some within the states of Illinois, Missouri and Kansas.

I'd love to hear from you if you've ever driven Route 66! Drop a comment.

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Midwest Small Town
Welcome to Midwest Small-Town

Telling the story of Small Town USA - One town at a time.

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Daniel Cline

Dan is the host of "Midwest Ghost Town"/ Now Merged with "Midwest Small Town" - and the Midwest Oddities and Dark History Podcast "Midwest Shadow Files"

With an interest in Midwest History - and telling the story of the heartland - Each podcast offers their different blends of interest - but the story telling remains the same. Consider following along or subscribing for new episodes weekly.