Clark County Press, Neillsville, WI

October 6, 2010, Page 2

Transcribed by Dolores Mohr Kenyon

Car Show and Chili cook-off held at The Highground

Several of the 16 Chili Cook-Off participants show off their chili to those attending the event Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, at The Highground.  The top three participants were awarded prizes.  (Contributed Photo)

Sun and wind Saturday, Oct. 2, brought a large crowd to The Highground for its annual Chili Cook-Off and sixth-annual Car Show.

A total of 16 participants brought their best chili to be judged and enjoyed by guests in the park.  Lynn Hodnett of Rice Lake took home the prize for best presentation.

Judges chose the following chili for the top three prizes: Larry Hodnett of Chippewa Falls, first place; Rachel McBride of Neillsville, second place; Mary Schlagenhaft of Wisconsin Rapids, third place.

Popular votes went to Wanda Jennings, first place; Lynn Hodnett of Rice Lake, second place; and Dan Campbell of Loyal, third place.  The Highground looks forward to having all participants back in 2011. 

Guests also enjoyed walking through the display of 45 antique cars in the park for the sixth annual Car Show. A 2010 Highground dash plaque was presented to each entry.   Mark Gosh of Pittsville took home the trophy for his 1959 Chrysler Imperial.

Morning and afternoon Legacy Stone ceremonies were also held at The Highground; it was a grand day.

Volunteers and contributors are the heart of The Highground.

?Our mission is healing and education. The Highground is a place for all of us.?

Classic automobiles were on display when The Highground held its sixth-annual Car Show Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010.  A total of 45 antique autos made their way to The Highground Saturday.  (Contributed photo)