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Community groups face off at Fall Festival chili cook-off [photos]

The Waldens Ridge Emergency Services chili cook-off team wins third place for Best Taste.
The Waldens Ridge Emergency Services chili cook-off team wins third place for Best Taste. The Waldens Ridge Emergency Services chili cook-off team wins third place for Best Taste.

Attendees at the Bachman Community Center’s annual Fall Festival held Oct. 1 enjoyed the nice weather, fun activities and lots of delicious chili prepared by a variety of community groups.

The chili cook-off winners were Patrick and Sally Halloran of Hummingbird Pastaria, who took first place; the Knights of Columbus 14521 in second; and Waldens Ridge Emergency Services in third place.

Email Emily Crisman at ecrisman@timesfreepress.com.