Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties

Local agencies compete in chili contest

By RICHARD JENKINS

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IRONWOOD - While they are normally known for their inter-agency cooperation, the Gogebic Range's law enforcement departments squared off Friday in a chili cook-off fundraiser.

A total of nine competitors submitted dishes; including members of the Ironwood Public Safety Department, Gogebic County Sheriff's Department, Iron County Sheriff's Department, Hurley Police Department, Michigan State Police's Wakefield Post and county prosecutor's office.

Tasters could purchase tickets to vote for their favorites, according to Kristina Recla who organized t...