Today is

the deadline if you want to enter your special recipe in

this year's Great Chili Cook-Off in Newnan.

The

gastronomic feast takes place Oct.21 from 5-8 p.m. in

Newnan at the historic Court Square. Entries have come in

at a steady pace this year, said Main Street Newnan

director Mary Jo Holden.

Several

restaurants have joined the competition this year,

including Wendy's, Longhorn Steakhouse, Texas Road house

and the Redneck Gourmet Bar and Grill.

Wendy's

owner James Van Paepeghem has announced his restaurant

plans to donate 100 percent of their proceeds to the

local womens' shelter, while Texas Roadhouse and the Home

Source Realtors will donate money to the Diabetes

Association.

In addition

to chili, participants are encouraged to sell such items

as chili toppings, beverages and dessert items. While

sampling the chili, visitors will also be able to hear

live music as they stroll around the courthouse.

"There's

still time to get involved in the competition," said

Holden. "This is the first year for the

Chili-Cook-Off to get the spotlight and not be

overshadowed by the Taste of Newnan, so we're working

hard to get as many organizations and businesses as

possible involved. This is a fantastic opportunity for

school organizations, churches and other non-profits to

raise money, so we'd love to see more of them

participate."

Entry fee

is $15 for the event and winners in the competition

receive $100 for first place, $50 for second and $25 for

third place.

For more

information or to register, call Holden at 770-254-3703.