The AP reports (via Yahoo) that the sixteen Springfields across the country are in competition to host the world premier of The Simpsons Movie this July.

How cool would that be?!?

Each Springfield is supposed to submit a short film "showcasing their community's positive aspects and links to the Simpsons." Fox will select the winner from these entries. I haven't seen anything locally yet, but I hope that Springfield, Illinois puts their best foot forward.

Maybe it'll turn out to be kinda yellowish-colored with four chubby toes.