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Chili Cook-Off Breaks Attendance Records

About 450 people filled Breidert Green to enjoy homemade chili as part of Frankfort's annual Winter on the Green series.

If we've said it once, we've said it a hundred times: .

Last Sunday's Chili Cook-Off drew about 450 people who descended on to sample and vote on 16 kinds of chili.

The 2012 Chili Cook-Off winners were:

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  • First place: Suwadi Ryan of Homer Glen
  • Second place: Larry Linke of Frankfort
  • Third place: Debra Hunt of Markham
  • The Crowd Pleaser award: Linda Pecho of Frankfort

Two events remain for this year's Winter on the Green series.

Next Winter on the Green Event: Superbowl

When: 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5
Where: Breidert Green
Cost: Free
What's on tap: Before you watch the big game, enjoy free hot dogs and the music of local Elvis tribute artist Dave Thomas. At 2 p.m. is the Puppy Bowl, where four-legged canine sports fans, decked out in their favorite team apparel, will compete for best dressed, most athletic and other awards. Dogs will receive a gift.

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