October 21, 2025 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

Vendor profile: The Ribcage

1. Tell me about your business.
Locally owned and operated BBQ

2. What has been the most challenging part about being a business owner?
Employees

3. What is the best part about working festivals?
Seeing all the people out and having fun 

4. What inspired you to go into business?
needing something to do in my free time

5. What is your favorite carnival food?
Italian Sausage 

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