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By Charlotte Hopkins

The Elizabeth Borough Fire Department hosted their first annual chili cook-off, organized by Wendy Smith Buza.

The Elizabeth Borough Fire Department's first annual chili cook-off was a great success!

Those in attendance voted for their favorite chili dish, not knowing who the cook was behind the pot. The only rule was that each chili dish had to be tomato-based. There were 15 entries in total and the winners included: 

• First Place: Kristy Kolodziej – She won a plaque and $50, which she donated back to the fire department.
• Second Place: Evelyn Folk – She won $25 and a ribbon.
• Third Place: Jan Trumpe – She won $10 and a ribbon.

Buza is planning a possible salsa cook-off for the spring and is seeking ideas for future cook-offs. She has entertained possibilities such as baked beans, barbecue sauce, and potatoes. If anyone would like to make suggestions, contact Buza on Facebook or through email at wlsmith65@comcast.net. Proceeds raised at the chili cook-off and all future cook-offs will be donated to the Elizabeth Borough Fire Department.