Annual Pawleys Island Chili Cook-Off Benefits Make-A-Wish Foundation

Midway Fire hosted their eighth annual Chili Cook-off this past weekend. The event took place in Pawleys Island at the Island Bar and Grill. Over 20 local restaurants and individuals participated. Those in attendance voted on which team had the best chili dish and this year’s winners were firefighter motorcycle group called the ‘Axeman’. Last year the event was estimated to have been attended by about 1,500 people. Each year, all proceeds from the event benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation in South Carolina. Kim Lotten Brown, general manager of the Island Bar and Grill, said of the turnout, “I am not personally responsible. The Pawleys Island community, no matter the cause, is always hugely supportive.”