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Gladstone staff outlines SmokeFest barbecue competition, parade and family events for Gladfest
Summary
A city staff member described the SmokeFest barbecue competitions, a returning parade and new family activities for Gladfest, including KCBS-sanctioned ribs competition, a kids' art contest and live music; registration is live and proceeds will support parks.
Nikki, a staff member, told attendees on July 14 that Gladstone’s SmokeFest barbecue competition and a returning parade are open for registration and will be part of this year’s Gladfest lineup. "Registration is already live. So if anyone's listening and wants to participate, you can visit discovergladstone.com for more information," she said.
The ribs competition will be the main, Kansas City Barbecue Society (KCBS)–sanctioned event, with ancillary contests for rib eye steak and baked beans, Nikki said. She said organizers are…
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