(Holtville Rib Cook-off was held Saturday)...The new version of the Rib Cook-off is hosted by the Holtville Booster Club.

Organizers say it was a great success. This was the third annual Rib Cook-off hosted by the Holtville Booster Club. Organizers say they had nine teams competing for the Best Rib recipe as well as best side dishes. When all was said and done, Mamer Ribs were chosen as the best ribs and they took first place. Second place went to Los Compadres. Third Place went to the Three Amigos. For the best side dish, first place went to Band of Misfits. Second place was awarded to CoCal Recycling, and third place went to the Three Amigos. The People's Choice award went to the Band of Misfits.