With temperatures that evoke the nostalgic phrase “endless summer,” RibFest 2025 was smokin’ hot over the weekend as thousands attended the much-loved food fest held by Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) every year.

Each rib purchased and munched contributes to BBBS’s heartbeat fundraiser, which annually gathers some $100,000 for the community charity that puts kids first.

As for this year’s total, “when all is said and done,” said Bev Heuving, BBBS executive director, ”we will be in the $95,000 to $100,000 range.”

“RibFest is a searing success,” said BBBS community engagement specialist Vanessa Martin on Saturday. “It’s going very well. Smoother than ever!”

The heat and forest fire haze, instead of keeping the crowds away, seemed to fuel attendance. RibFest is one of the great summer tra

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