Murphysboro: The Barbecue Capital of Illinois
In Southern Illinois, near the winding Mississippi River and the lush expanse of the Shawnee National Forest, sits a vibrant community with a big, smoky claim to fame. Murphysboro, officially declared the Barbecue Capital of Illinois in 2014. But this isn’t just about pulled pork and ribs, it’s about community, legacy, and the people who turned backyard […]
