Annual Fundraiser Turns Up the Heat: Over $82,000 Raised

Seven teams representing Spartanburg organizations showcased their signature chili recipes in an annual competition that supports students at the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind. Through the fundraising efforts of teams and event sponsorships, over $82,000 was raised.

Congratulations to the following winners of the 14th Annual ‘So You Think You Can Cook’ Chili Cook-off:

People’s Choice Award:

1st Place: Smith Drug Company

2nd Place: Bald Guy Barbeque

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Smith Drug Company’s tailgate wins the Best Table Presentation Award.Photo byJeannie Harmon

Best Table Presentation:

1st Place: Smith Drug Company

2nd Place: SC School for the Deaf and the Blind

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Dray Bar & Grill wins the coveted Judge’s Choice Award with their Philly Chili.Photo byJeannie Harmon

Judges Choice:

1st Place: Dray Bar & Grill

2nd Place: TD Bank

Golden Chili Award Winners (raised $1,000+ dollars before noon on Saturday, January 20):

Bald Guy Barbecue

Smith Drug Company

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The SC School for the Deaf and the Blind would like to thank the following event sponsors: Halliday, Schwartz & Company; Southern States Packaging Company (Presenting Sponsor); Stan and Paula Baker; WSPA Channel 7 (Media Sponsor); and Bomar Printing (Invitation Sponsor).

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