By MIKE COURSON
Great Bend Post
Nothing beats a bowl of hot soup on a cold, snowy day. The 6th Annual Ellinwood EMS Chili Cook Off nearly had it timed right. Usually a battle of the badges, EMS Director Brittney Bailey said this year the public is invited to compete.
"It is the first year we're allowing the public to also compete against their favorite first responders," she said. "We have 14 teams and we'll be at the Parish Center in Ellinwood. Along with that, we have a great raffle with more than 60 prizes. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5. Advance meal tickets are still available for $8, and that's all you can eat. Kids 5 and under eat free. It's $10 at the door. We're excited to see everybody this Sunday."
The Eagle Med 10 helicopter out of Great Bend will also make an appearance in the empty lot north of Minnis Chapel at Second and Main. Curious attendees can stop and check out the chopper and meet Eagle Med staff.
The Chili Cook Off will go from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Parish Center, 110 W. 2nd Street in Ellinwood. All proceeds from the event will go toward the purchase of a new rescue vehicle.