On February 22, Smokin’ on the Rio commenced in Mercedes, Texas at the Live Stock Show Grounds and Payne Auto Group arena!

Established in 2004, Smokin’ on the Rio is a state championship BBQ cook-off with the goal of “raising money in support of youth agricultural projects in the Rio Grande Valley.”

According to their website, Smokin’ on the Rio is “proud to have reached a level of success that has made it the largest sanctioned cook-off in Texas and the third largest sanctioned cook-off in the United States.” Smokin’ on the Rio has awarded over $1 million in scholarships to youth since its inception in 2004.

Payne Auto Group was there featuring our very own Chris Marshall providing country and rock music to attendees. The Payne Street Team also represented Payne Auto Group, giving out prizes and information on the featured vehicles on show.

We are so proud to support our community and we are looking forward to joining Smokin’ on the Rio for many more years to come!

To learn more about Smokin’ on the Rio, visit their official Facebook.

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