American Legion Commander Frankie Adams, an organizer of the Cotton Carnival, highlights what makes the event so special and why it's an important fundraiser.
Crews busy setting up SEMO District Fair
Crews are busy setting up and preparing for the SEMO District Fair coming up in Cape Girardeau later this week.
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Amy Mills, with 17th Street Barbecue, explains how competitive the cook-off is, what spectators can expect and how everything BBQ is celebrated.
The 36th Annual Praise the Lard Cook-Off begins with the event's traditional fish fry.