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Senators recognize Tyrone Matthews, local pitmaster and charity organizer

Iowa Senate · April 20, 2026

Summary

Senators McClintock and Zumba recognized Tyrone Matthews for national barbecue competition success and community charity work; the chamber presented a certificate and an Iowa flag flown in his honor.

Senator McClintock introduced Tyrone Matthews in the gallery and read a certificate recognizing Matthews’ achievements as a barbecue competitor and community volunteer. McClintock cited Matthews’ appearance on a national barbecue competition and described his charitable fundraising for the county and state.

Senator Zumba praised Matthews’ promotion of Iowa products and noted that an Iowa flag had been flown over the State Capitol in Matthews’ honor, citing the certificate signed by the governor and the president of the Senate. Zumba emphasized Matthews’ community service as well as his culinary accomplishments.

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