A barbecue competition that began six years ago with only 15 teams has exploded in popularity, bolstering to a competition between 50 teams.
Falls Township’s sixth annual Que for the Troops fundraiser and family festival is set for June 5 and June 6.
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This year, a chicken wing eating competition and a mechanical bull are being added, according to township supervisor and organizer Jeff Dence. In addition to being a great skills competition, Que for the Troops raises funds for the Liberty USO.
“This is going to be our biggest event ever, it’s going to be a great event,” Dence said.
The competition is sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbecue Society. This year, more than $8,000 in prize dollars are up for grabs.
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Events for Friday include a beer garden and a 5k and one mile family run in support of the Wounded Warrior project. Starting at 7 p.m., live music will be performed.
The barbecue awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, with other kid activities, military vehicles, police demonstrations and a evening fireworks show.
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More information about specific schedules and events can be found at the event’s website, queforthetroops.com.
