Happy National Chili Day, A day to recognize chili as an American staple and to celebrate our love for a great bowl of red—especially in the cold winter months.

NEWS

Brent Allen's brother - Clay Allen - passed away Thursday evening, after battling a short illness. He did cook chili some with The Buzzard Bar Cooking Team. Will let you know when we know more details. Please keep Brent and Becky in your thoughts and prayers.

“Margaret Nadeau was featured in last weekends SA News. She got an opportunity to talk about CASI and what it's like being the current two time champ. Mr. Margaret also takes a beating in the article, not unlike most cookoff's he attends. Here is a link to the article: http://www.mysanantonio.com/life/food/Chili_champion_shares_some_cook-off_secrets.html” Mr. Margaret

RESULTS and UPCOMINGS

The guaranteed cook’s gift deadline has passed for Texas Men’s State but we will have plenty of extras in addition to our largest goodie bag ever. Be sure to get your entry in as early as possible. We’re going to have a great time. Alan

“I would like to let everyone know that the Texas Ladies State website has been recently updated. Please check it out at www.texasladiesstate.com” Trea Schmidt

POTPOURRI

Happy Birthday to Lynne Brokaw and Jim Ezell.

“The safest way to double your money is to fold it over and put it in your pocket.” - Kin Hubbard

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