Rib fans take aim at 2015 title

The rumble of the ribs. The pig’s party. The cook-off in downtown Clayton. Whatever you call it, it’s time again for the Clayton Business and Community Association’s annual Rib Cook-off at the Clayton Club Saloon on Aug. 8.

Sign-ups are now open to prospective contestants in the seventh annual contest. This year the contest is limited to 34 contestants and cash prizes of $400, $250 and $150 will be awarded to the first, second and third place finalists. In addition, all the winners will receive trophies, including the coveted “People’s Choice” winner.

The general public is welcome to attend, and can participate in judging the “People’s Choice” winner. In addition, there will plenty of ribs for sale at the food tent.

The event runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with live music all day. Judging starts at 2 p.m. and the winners will be announced after the panel of community judges cast and calculate their votes.

The Clayton Club is located at 6096 Main St. in downtown Clayton. For more information, a contest application and rules, visit www. claytoncbca.org/event/ribcookoff.