Cookoff Benefits Rankin Museum!

The 14th Horned Toad Roundup and Regional Chili Championship was held in Rankin to benefit the Rankin Museum! 73 Chili Cooks rolled into town to cook their best and have the chance to qualify for the Terlingua International Chili Championship!

Who doesn't love seeing an old Rankin Fire Engine that's in great condition?

Vintage Railroad Baggage Cart!

Classic ride with a rumble seat!

One of the first trucks in Rankin!

There is lots to see in this fantastic museum!

Good Luck Toast!

It's a beautiful day in Rankin! The parking lot is full and there's the museum in the background.

"No Beans in Your Chili Brew"! Stateline Chili Show Team from Hobbs, New Mexico Wins
1st Place in Show & Qualifies for Terlingua!

Time to turn in chili!

Final Table Chili Judges decide who wins!

Bradley Bains from Midland takes 1st Place, the Bronze Horned Toad, and qualifies to ! Congratulations to all the top chili and show Winners! Over $2,700. was raised to benefit the Museum. Thanks to all the volunteers, cooks, sponsors and judges who made this cookoff a BIG SUCCESS!
Thanks to the Rankin Museum for a great tour!