Organizers of the annual Smoke in the Mountains BBQ & Ribeye Shootout announced this week that the event raised and donated $60,000 to first responders across Jeff Davis County.
The funds were distributed to six local emergency response organizations: Fort Davis Volunteer Fire Department, Davis Mountain Resort Volunteer Fire Department, Valentine Volunteer Fire Department, Cherry Creek Volunteer Fire Department, and Mountain Medics.
Organizers described the donation day as “the best day ever” for the event, highlighting the importance of supporting the volunteers who serve the community. “This is what it’s all about; brings our community together and giving back to its volunteers,” the group shared in a public statement.
They also extended thanks to Jeff Davis County Judge Curtis Evans and the county commissioners for their continued support, crediting them with helping make the annual fundraiser possible.
This year’s event was dedicated to the memory of Sara Adams and Robert Rubio.
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