1. “We Need To Get Rid Of The Hawkeye Problem”
If one thing is for sure, it’s that the Iowa Hawkeyes are here to stay. Their fans donning the famous gold and black stretch to nearly every corner of this state, faithfully cheering on the Hawks come every game day.
Even schools that are bitter rivals with the Hawkeyes would hate to see them go. One thing’s for sure, this athletic program will continue to “fight, fight, fight for Iowa” for many years to come.
2. “Ashton Kutcher Doesn’t Even Live In Iowa Anymore”
Elevated to near-hero status, it’s no secret among Iowans that Ashton Kutcher is from Cedar Rapids. If an out-of-towner is in for a quick visit, there’s a good chance this fun fact will be mentioned.
Even though he might live miles away on the sunny West Coast, Iowa will never forsake their hometown boy.
3. “Iowa, Idaho, Its Basically The Same Thing”
To an out-of-towner, the words Iowa and Idaho seem to be interchangeable at times. After all, both states start with the letter “I” and have farms so they’re pretty much the same, right? WRONG!
Not surprisingly, Iowans find this confusion very annoying and will never, ever (ever, ever, ever!) get it wrong themselves.
4. “What Is The RAGBRAI Anyways?”
Each year, excitement spreads across the Hawkeye state as people ready themselves for the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa.
Attracting thousands of week-long riders hoping to cover over 450 miles, the festive RAGBRAI is just one of many events that makes Iowa a special place to be.
5. “Driving Through All These Fields Just Never Gets Old!”
One thing becomes very apparent during any drive through Iowa is that farms are everywhere.
While it might make for peaceful road trips and beautiful sunsets, most Iowans will find themselves longing for a little excitement on the roads every once in a while.
6. “I Just Don’t Understand Why Maid-Rite Uses Loose Meat”
A famous sandwich style in Iowa, the Maid-Rite loose meat sandwich can’t be beat. It’s unique, it tastes amazing, and it’s become a Hawkeye State staple over the years.
Iowans have learned not to question this restaurant’s unorthodox approach to the hamburger and simply chow down.
7. “I’ll Have A Coke Please”
Nope. Not coke, ever.
Across the state of Iowa, people use the word “pop” to order soda when they’re out. It’s easy to spot an out-of-towner if they start off their order by asking for a “coke” or a “soda” instead.
8. “I Just Love Dess Moyaness”
For some reason, out-of-towners always struggle with pronouncing Des Moines, often coming up with some multi-syllable contortion of what it actually is. Not surprisingly, every Iowan has perfected the pronunciation. Here’s a hint, the “s” is always silent.
9. “I Don’t Go To Zombie Burger Because The Name Grosses Me Out”
While the name might have unknowing folks skeptical, one bite of a burger from Zombie Burger will have you convinced that no zombie meat is used on the menu.
Sure, the restaurant’s close affiliation with the gory undertones of the zombie lifestyle might be a little off-putting for some, but with burgers like the “Walking Ched,” complete with deep-fried mac n’ cheese buns, bacon, cheddar cheese, onions, and more mac n’ cheese, this place will have every patron quickly coming back for more.
10. “Keep your politics to yourself, man”
Every four years, the state of Iowa gets shot headfirst into a media frenzy covering the Iowa Caucuses and the presidential elections. Residents are forced to pick sides, as politicians become the topic of seemingly every conversation.
11. “What Is All Of That Growing In The Fields, Anyway?”
If you’re from Iowa, you know the difference between corn and soybeans and can quickly point it out while passing roadside fields at 70 miles per hour. Farming is a way of life in Iowa and while everyone isn’t affiliated with this industry, they’d have a hard time ignoring it altogether.
There’s a reason that nearly every Iowan knows what the saying “knee high by the Fourth of July” means.
12. “I Don’t Know About You, But I Can’t Stand Good Morels”
When it comes to mushrooms, many Iowans can’t keep themselves from hunting for their own.
Morels are very popular in this part of the country and whether someone is personally out looking for them or just buying them at the store, every Iowan loves a good morel.
13. “I’ve Been Dreading Cyclone Season All Year”
Not everyone in Iowa is cheering on the Hawkeyes. Iowa State Cyclones also have a huge fan base in this state, centered in the city of Ames.
Come football season, it’s a sure thing that Cy the Cardinal will have plenty of people behind him as he cheers on the team at Jack Trice Stadium.
14. “It Snowed An Inch, Better Cancel Everything!”
In Iowa come rain, sleet, or snow, life goes on normally. Well used to the craziness of the Midwest climate by this point, Iowans have mastered the art of driving regardless of what’s falling from the sky.
While the mere suggestion of flurries might shut a state like Georgia down, Iowa keeps trucking along until it truly isn’t possible.
15. “I Don’t Think That Can Go In The Deep Fryer”
“Deep-fried” goes hand in hand with Iowan cuisine. If you need any proof, just check out the state fair, where anything and everything seems to be tossed into the fryer.
It’s surprising that more states don’t use the same cooking method more often, a technique capable of instantly making anything taste even better. Just make sure you don’t forget the side of ranch.
16. “Is The Pork Princess Actually A Pig?”
Since the 60s, lucky individuals have earned the right to become royalty in the Iowa pork world, like the Iowa Pork Princess.
After achieving this high honor, the pork princess spends the rest of the year as an Iowa Pork Congress ambassador, making appearances at events like the Iowa State Fair and the World Pork Expo.
While some Americans might find it insulting to be called the “pork princess,” in Iowa, it’s considered a high honor.
Did we miss anything? Tell us the last thing anyone from Iowa would say in the comments below! 
