Neligh Legion Auxiliary To Host Chili Cook Off, Feed

Enter your best chili recipe or just come eat some great chili! 

The 2nd Annual Chili Cook Off and Feed will be held on Sunday, Feb. 22 at the American Legion Hall in Neligh. The event is sponsored by the Neligh Legion Auxiliary.

Entry forms are available at Thriftway Market or by clicking here. There is a $15 entry fee (make checks payable to Neligh Legion Auxiliary). Mail entry forms and fees to: Shannon Olson, 708 L. St., Neligh, NE 68756 by Saturday, February 14, 2015. 

The contest features two categories - hot or mild. First, second and third place prizes will be awarded in each category. (Only one category per person). Tonya Haze and CC Stone of 94 Rock will be the "celebrity judges."

Participants will arrive at 10 a.m. and the chili will be judged from 11 a.m. to noon. Following the judging, it will be open to the public from noon to 2 p.m. for tasting. The cost is $5 for adults and $2 for children, and the meal includes a bowl of chili, drink and dessert.

All proceeds go to the Neligh Legion Auxiliary to help with packages for soldiers overseas, Girls State, Auxiliary Scholarship Essay Contest, Norfolk Veteran's Home and much more.

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