Memphis in May barbecue contest starts smoking
Lee Yong-lo, mayor of Hongseong, South Korea signs a letter of friendship with Memphis at the opening ceremony of the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest May 14, 2025. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian)
The Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest got underway Wednesday afternoon, and for many teams, it begins with the wood.
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Jody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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