
The Marco Island Fire Rescue Foundation held its Second Annual Jerry Adams Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, Oct. 11. There were 18 willing chili chefs, many of them firemen representing various fire stations around the county, as well as a few restaurants, fire department supporters and just great chili makers. They each wanted a chance to win the “copper ladle” trophy.
An island favorite among the booths was manned by Chief Mike Murphy of the Marco Island Fire Rescue Department, who teamed with Marco Island Police Chief Al Schettino

For $10, patrons received a coffee mug and got to eat all they wanted. CJ’s provided happy hour prices on drinks, and entertainment was provided by Jeff Hilt. Marco the

The event was a huge success and is held in honor of Jerry Adams, one of our local firemen who lost a battle to cancer. Jerry made many pots of chili in his time at the fire house so it is a fitting tribute. Pictures of Jerry dotted the Esplanade.
First place went to Stonewall’s Restaurant. Second place went to Chef Jack Bowden. Third place went to Craig Weinbaum and his daughter from East Naples

Sponsors were key to the event’s success. They included: CJ’s on the Bay, Condee Cooling and Electric, Clausen Properties, Mango’s Dockside Bistro, Kathy Bogan-Premiere Properties, Darcie Guerin-Raymond James, Dr. Megan Welker, DDS, Dry & Clean Carpet Cleaning, Marco Island Marriott Resort, Sami’s Kwik Stop, Marco Island Brewery, Dr. Thomas Schulte, DO, PA and Elite Nails. Prizes were by Mutual of Omaha Bank, Rose Marina and the Hilton Marco Island, Sunshine Stitchers, Pete Guerin, Coastal Breeze News, Sun Times and the Marco Eagle.
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