9 Signs That Immediately Prove Someone Isn’t From The 815
As a dang near lifelong Rockfordian, it's easy to tell I love this place and take pride in my hometown. One thing I like is meeting people that have relocated here and, most times, I can tell immediately if you're not actually from the 815. Here are eight easy clues to look for:
- Jeremy Fallis via Facebook
Jeremy Fallis via Facebook 1They ask, "What's A Beef-A-Roo?"
That's an offensive question.
- Thinkstock
Thinkstock 2They don't understand sock monkeys.
They originated in Rockford. Just accept them and love them.
- Facebook via Rockford Speedway
Facebook via Rockford Speedway 3They say the Rockford Speedway is too loud.
It's not... you're just not from the 815. Also, we ARE aware that it's actually located in Loves Park.
- 4
They say "Ji-row" instead of "yee-row."
People all over the country eat gyro's but if you're from the 815 you say "yee-row."
- Getty Images
Getty Images 5They don't know Rick Nielsen Lives In Rockford
Spend more time at Woodman's or look for him zooming around in his smart car. You'll spot him eventually.
- Facebook via Rockford Speedway
Facebook via Rockford Speedway 6They think Rockford Speedway is in Rockford.
It's not, it's in Loves Park.
- Google Street View
Google Street View 7They ask which restaurants make great Swedish pancakes.
There is only one and it's Stockholm Inn.
- Google Street View
Google Street View 8They don't remember a working Clock Tower.
It's not an easy punchline, it's a fact.
- Google Maps
Google Maps 9They tell people they live in Chicago.
No, you live in the 815. Check yourself before you wreck yourself.
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