The Sixth Annual Chili Cook-off will be Jan. 5, beginning at 8 a.m. at the Eagles building, located at 703 W. Third Street. Judging begins at noon.

Cost is $10 per chili team and $5 for people entering the area to sample the chili.

Proceeds from the tasting and entry fees benefits the Children in Need fund, which helps purchase school supplies, clothing, tuition for summer camps and helps meet other financial needs of special children who are receiving services from West Texas Centers for MHMR.

The Children in Need fund is used to assist children served by the West Texas Center who need material items that don’t fit into a “one-fit catchall” that often is required by government organizations.

Teams are limited to two people, said Landon Sturdivant, Fraternal Order of Eagles member.

Trophies are awarded to the top chef. Cooks only need an endless pot of chili and an even larger supply of enthusiasm.

West Texas Centers for MHMR is the state-designated Mental Health Authority for 23 counties in rural West Texas. Mental Health and Mental Retardation services are provided to more than 2,000 consumers and their families each month.

For more information, call 263-6862.