“BUBBA CAN COOK” HAPPENING TODAY AND SATURDAY

  

The “Bubba Can Cook” cook-off is happening today (Friday) and Saturday.

The cook-off is sanctioned by the International Bar-B-Que Cookers Association. It will be held at the Grimes County Expo Center and will feature delicious food, live music, and a karaoke contest.

Last year, the cook-off team payout totaled $15,924. This year, over 70 teams have registered for the event. The chili cook-off and karaoke prelims will take place tonight. Live music starts at noon on Saturday. A “Bubba” look-alike contest will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. The awards ceremony will take place at 5 p.m. on Saturday.

Tickets are $5 per person and all proceeds go to support the youth and senior programs of Grimes County.