Well That’s Carbondale

Jimmy John’s founder Jimmy John Liautaud tells the story of how he came up with the idea for Jimmy John’s Subs after visiting SIU and Booby’s in a This Past Weekend podcast with @TheoVon back in 2020

The City of Carbondale will be hosting the inaugural Carbondalien Music Festival on Saturday, August 15th as part of the Off The Rails concert series! More details coming soon.

fucking carbondale

🛴 For the first time ever, Veo e-scooters will remain available in Carbondale throughout the winter, offering year-round transportation for residents who rely on micromobility.

THAT’S OUR DAWG!!! 😤

Snow Illinois University

The Vinyl Staircase at The Thrift Shop

Bar Cups of Carbondale — Go grab one!

Chancellor Lane noted that international enrollment saw a decline, calling it an area for renewed focus. Late Start registration remains open through Oct. 17 for students still considering SIU.

Highlights include a 6% increase in new students from Southern Illinois, a 16% jump in freshmen from bordering states, and a 23% surge in online enrollment, including a 161% spike in graduate programs. Retention of continuing students also rose 5%.

SIU reports fall 2025 enrollment at 11,785 students, nearly matching last year’s record-setting growth. University officials say the numbers reflect continued strength in recruitment and retention efforts.

New pizza restaurant Simply Slices has opened for business on Carbondale’s eastside in the former A&W/Long John Silver’s building at 1420 E Main St! HOURS: Mondays 4-9pm | Tues-Sat 11am-9pm | closed on Sundays

There’s no escaping Carbondale

The smoke stack has a fresh coat of paint and is rockin the Saluki logo now!

The greatest anthem on the planet!

Carbondale recently honored two local legends with new honorary street signs for Elbert Simon Sr. and Kenneth “Kent” Mason. Family, friends, and city staff gathered at East Oak & North Washington to pay tribute to their lifelong service and leadership.

On Friday, Oct. 24, The Strip will be closed off for the Halloween Homecoming street fest featuring food trucks, vendor booths, family-friendly games, & live music — all thanks to SIU Alumni Association, the City of Carbondale, Hangar 9, Carbondale Main Street & River Radio Group

Check out the new “This Is Saluki Country” mural on the side of Moe’s at the Central Plaza 🎨

The man, the myth, the legend.

Hangar 9 to reopen in August under new ownership and new updates 👀🍻 thehangar9.com/officialannoun…

Carbondale recognized as one of America’s top “hippie havens” For full list; please visit: tripmemos.com/hippie-town-in…