Fat Tuesday Pickwick Style

The Pickwick Rotary Club’s Annual Mardi Gras party held at Jon’s Pier on March 8 was a smashing success. Approximately 110 tickets were sold and an estimated $4100 was raised
that will be donated to various charities the Rotary supports in the Pickwick community, according to Marcus Anderson, President of the Pickwick Rotary Club.

Crossroads Chili Cook-Off

This year's International Chili Society (ICS) sanctioned Mississippi State Chili Cook-off was held at the train depot in Historic downtown Corinth in conjunction with their Green Market.

The ICS is the official organization that sanctions chili cookoffs. These events are worldwide and benefit charities or nonprofit organizations. All winners of ICS sanctioned cookoffs qualify to compete for cash prizes and awards at the World's Championship Chili Cookoff. The ICS is the largest food contest/ festival organization in the world.

Hardin County Chamber of Commerce Public Service Awards

The 15th annual Hardin County Chamber of Commerce Service Awards banquet was held January 20 at Pickwick Landing State Park. The banquet honors Hardin County individuals, businesses and organizations whose services make a significant difference to the community throughout the year. The ceremony also recognizes and awards the graduates of Hardin County Leadership Program and announces the new Board of Directors for the coming year.