The Perham Chili Cook-off was a success. Hosted at the Perham Area Community Center, the event brought the community together for a lunch hour of competition, networking and impact.

A big thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and volunteered, as well as our business sponsors: Perham Health, PACC, and United Community Bank for helping make this event possible.

Congratulations to the first place award winners:

• Best Booth: Perham Chamber

• Hottest Chili: Perham Health

• Most Unique Chili: PACC

• Judge’s Choice: Perham Health

• People’s Choice: Perham Health

Funds raised support United Way Lakes and Prairie programs that strengthen Youth Opportunity, Financial Stability, Healthy Communities, and Community Resiliency in the community.