Poncho Memorial BBQ A Success

As the enticing smell of hickory and cherry chips filled the air, the noses that know knew where the aroma was originating from. Yep, as seasoned noses know, the BBQ grills were fired up at the Mint Bar last Saturday, where friends and family were anticipating great things to be ready at 5:30 p.m., following a day of slow and easy, meticulous preparation of brisket and pork.

The event was the First Annual “Poncho” Memorial BBQ, a day to recognize, honor and remember Jory Schipman and bring awareness to the signs of and needs for recognizing suicide tendencies. Jory lost his battle on May 26, 2...