Yep, we're blogging from the Cowtown in the Show Me State; we're home to surprise our mom for her 55th birthday—don't tell! You knew the Cowtown was in the Show Me State, right? If so, you're part of the minority. According to the folks at kansascityisinmissouri.com an astonishing 94.3% of Americans believe that Kansas City is in Kansas. And while they're technically correct—there is a Kansas City in Kansas, it's the one you always see on COPS—those of us from the Kansas City in Missouri have put up with being called "from Kansas" our entire lives. Though there's not really anything wrong with being from Kansas, we're not. So, thank you, kansascityisinmissouri.com for setting the record straight.
After the jump, Missouri vs. Kansas FAQ and Miss South Carolina explains U.S. America's lack of maps in South Africa and The Iraq.
Question: Isn't there also a Kansas City, Kansas?
Answer: Ha! Oh, poor uneducated e-mail writer. This is a common urban legend. But no, there is no Kansas City, Kansas. Stop being silly.
Question: Are there any simple clues to help me know if I'm in Kansas rather than Missouri?
Answer: Absolutely! Here is a simple test you can perform to find out what state you are in. Ask a friendly citizen about their thoughts on evolution. If you are met with hostility and bible verses, chances are you're in Kansas.
Question: Do you think this is funny? You're a dick.
Answer: Thanks for writing! It is true that Missouri boasts vast quantities of naturally occurring limestone and is rated 6th in the nation for hog production.
[kansascityisinmissouri.com]