Monday, February 13, 2012

Chili cook-off coming up quick


            The St. George Island Volunteer Fire Department is getting ready for its 30th annual charity chili cook-off and auction.        

The event, which is held on the first Saturday in March, brings in an estimated 8000 people and raises well over 100 thousand dollars every year which makes up nearly half of the fire departments annual budget.

The chili cook-off got permission last week to close the roads around the festival grounds.

That includes chili boulevard as well as east Gulf beach Drive from Franklin Boulevard to 1st street.

The cook-off will continue to charge the 5 dollar entry fee this year.

People will also not be allowed to bring in coolers or alcohol again this year but will still be able to buy beer at the park.

The fire department is looking for items to auction off this year. 

If you have something you would like to donate to the cause call Jay Abbott at 653-6462.


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