(c) 2009 NPT Photo by Duay O'Neil

Organizers of the second annual Chili Cook-off, sponsored by Leadership
Cocke County Class of 2008, met recently to put the finishing touches on
this year's event. Set for Saturday, Nov. 7, at Newport City Park from
1-4 p.m., the cook-off is a fundraiser for the group's Leadership Scholarship.
Special musical guests this year will be Steve Brown & Hurricane Ridge.
The winners of this year's event will appear on Chef Walter's television show.
From left are class members Dori McKinney, Kathy Edmonds, Linda
Heinzelman, Carlene Robinson, and Steve Tweed. For more information
about the event, visit www.LeadershipChiliCookOff.org.