The 11th Annual Habitat for Humanity Chili Cook-Off and Bake Sale is in the books, and first place for both "Best Chili" and "Best Decorated Booth" went to the DeKalb County Board of Education. The event was held Friday at the county complex.

Development Committee Member Tecia Puckett Pryor said the event was a success, and more than $3,000 was raised for Habitat for Humanity.

"We had a great turnout for the Chili Cook-off," she shared. "All the teams did a great job with their chili, and the bake sale was also a huge success. Many thanks to all the teams and those who donated baked goods. Over $3,000 was raised for Habitat today, and we are thankful to the community for supporting this fun event."

The DeKalb County Officials "The Courthouse Gang" placed second for both "Best Chili" and "Best Decorated Booth."

"Team MTNG – Cooking with Gas" from Middle Tennessee Natural Gas and Tom Janney, CPA and Associates "The Bean Counters" tied for third place in the "Best Chili" competition. MTNG took third place for "Best Decorated Booth."

Other participants in the contest included Cumberland Adaptive, "Hot Checks Chili" from DeKalb Community Bank, "Just Chilin" from Center Hill Realty, and "No Liability Chili" from the DeKalb County Bar Association.

Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County is a locally run affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing organization. Habitat for Humanity builds and renovates houses in partnership with volunteers and families in need, regardless of their ethnic or religious background. The houses then are sold to those in need at no profit and with no interest charged.

Call 615-215-8181 to contact Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County.