The Simpsons Actual Springfield Revealed?

One of the longest running mysteries in television history was revealed today. No not the conclusion to part two of the ALF season 4 cliffhanger, nor the question of what ever happened to Doctor Sam Beckett, but the a possible answer was given to the question that has been plaguing the minds of television lovers for over 20 years; “What state do the Simpsons live in?”

It’s been long known that the town of Springfield’s name was chosen because its just a really common name in The United States of America. There are over 30 cities named Springfield, which gives the name a ‘Anytown USA’ vibe. But the question on everyone’s mind has always been ‘what state is it in?’.

Over the course of the 23 seasons of the Simpsons, this question without answer has become a running gag. But perhaps the joke is now over. Today, in an article published in The Smithsonian, Matt Groening revealed the basis for the Simpsons hometown is  Springfield, Oregon.

Does this mean that this is the state the Simpsons live in? Or is this merely the creator citing the inspiration for the city, but not really answering the question of what state the show is in?

Remember, until its actually revealed in the show, the answer is not canon.