EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) – As we get ready for temperatures to drop, it’s a good time to test out some chili recipes.
Xcel Energy held its annual chili cook-off to raise money for United Way of the greater Chippewa Valley.
United Way partners with nearly 30 area nonprofits that benefit local health, education, financial services and basic needs organizations.
An organizer for the event says Xcel holds fundraising events all month long.
Last year, the chili cook-off alone raised $900.
“Throughout October, we have various events to raise awareness of what united way does… Invest in them so they can invest in the community,” said Jennifer Prochnow, social investments with Xcel Energy.
One of our anchors Alex had the opportunity to be one of the judges for this year’s cook-off.
Over a dozen teams went up against each other to claim awards like “spiciest chili” and “most unique chili.”
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