30 Oct 2024 Annual chili competition benefits research at UAMS

The third annual Homeward Realty Chili Cook-Off was a huge success with 18 local businesses competing to be named the best chili. The annual event was held during the Conway Art Walk downtown, and hundreds of enthusiasts visited the booths to taste their amazing chilies.

Competitors included Homeward Realty, 501 LIFE Magazine, Ott Insurance, Jay Bernard with State Farm, Cross Creek Sandwich Shop, Arvest Bank, Jill McCollum with Bethlehem House, Arnold Heat and Air, Centennial Bank, The Kitchen Store, Waffle House, BMB Creations Bakery, Squizito Tasting Room, Crossman Printing, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), Superior Plumbing, Waco Title and Faulkner County Title.

Sponsors for the event included Curricula Concepts, Lenders Title, Modern Woodmen, Bledsoe Chiropractic, Community Bank, Soda Valley Electric, Empire Pest, Rock City Outfitters and Bell & Sward.

The award for Fan Favorite went to BMB Creations Bakery. The Judges’ Pick was awarded to Jill McCollum with Bethlehem House. The Most Spirited Team was Jay Bernard with State Farm.

All event proceeds were designated for pancreatic cancer research at UAMS. Homeward Realty raised ^$8,000 for research this year.