85S11108 JCD-D By: White H.R. No. 156 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The Deep East Texas 2017 BBQ Championship is taking place in Kirbyville on August 4 and 5, providing a welcome opportunity for local residents and visitors alike to enjoy food, fellowship, and entertainment; and WHEREAS, Benefiting the Kirbyville Youth Football Association, this highly anticipated barbecue showdown features skilled pit masters putting their talents to the test as they vie to produce the tastiest chicken, pork spare ribs, pork shoulder, and brisket; cash prizes will be awarded to the top five finishers in each of the contest's categories; and WHEREAS, During the two-day event, Magnolia Park also plays host to an exemplary lineup of musical groups, and attendees can take part in silent auctions, a dessert competition, and a Kids Q cook-off for children between the ages of 5 and 16; and WHEREAS, The Deep East Texas 2017 BBQ Championship offers a fun and exciting time for individuals of all ages, and this celebration of distinctive Lone Star cooking is all the more noteworthy for the assistance it provides to area youth; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commemorate the Deep East Texas 2017 BBQ Championship and extend sincere best wishes to the event's participants and organizers for an enjoyable and rewarding experience.