Melissa Boeder (left), Tami Lueck, Holly Usherwood, Janelle DeSmith and Kassie Heisserer served chili at the Bridges of Hope booth Wednesday at the United Way Chili Cook-Off at the Westgate Mall. Brainerd Dispatch/Nels Norquist
Melissa Boeder (left), Tami Lueck, Holly Usherwood, Janelle DeSmith and Kassie Heisserer served chili at the Bridges of Hope booth Wednesday at the United Way Chili Cook-Off at the Westgate Mall. Brainerd Dispatch/Nels Norquist » Purchase reprints of this photo.
Tammy Bock (left) and Kerri Johannes served their secret recipe of chili at the Crow Wing County sheriff's booth Wednesday at the United Way Chili Cook-Off at the Westgate Mall. The 17th annual event drew a large crowd to sample dozens of different styles of chili prepared by area businesses and groups. The cook-off served as a prelude to the United Way drive. Brainerd Dispatch/Nels Norquist
Tammy Bock (left) and Kerri Johannes served their secret recipe of chili at the Crow Wing County sheriff's booth Wednesday at the United Way Chili Cook-Off at the Westgate Mall. The 17th annual event drew a large crowd to sample dozens of different styles of chili prepared by area businesses and groups. The cook-off served as a prelude to the United Way drive. Brainerd Dispatch/Nels Norquist » Purchase reprints of this photo.
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