This year's Chili Cook-Off drew in a big crowd with community members eager to sample chili and share in the fun.
Kendra Beckner
Gingerich Structures had a large amount of success at this years Chilli Cook-Off, winning both the "It's Not Chili" category and the "People's Choice" category.
Paul Swanson
Compo Azul won the prize for the "Hottest Chili" and was the "Grand Champion" winner of the Cook-Off.
Paul Swanson
CHI Hospital also won multiple awards at this year's Chili Cook-Off, winning the "Biggest Briber" category and the overall second place award.
Paul Swanson
Missouri Valley Fire and Rescue won third place overall.
Paul Swanson
Midstates Bank won an award for the "Mildest Chili" category.
Paul Swanson
The Hoffman Agency won the "Best Decorations" category of the Cook-Off.
Kendra Beckner
LeRoy Sulley and his buddy Clyde the service dog enjoyed the chili and the time with friends during this year's Chili Cook-Off held on Jan. 21.
Kendra Beckner
Each Chili Cook-Off participant had the chance to introduce the chili they brought to the competition. Vanessa Holcomb, of Azria Health Longview, shared the story of how the organization held a chili cook-off with employees to decide what recipe to use. In the end it was "Mama's Chili" that won and represented Azria Health Longview in the competition.
