Terrell wins Coshocton chili contest

Her white chicken chili tops seven entries at Coshocton Baptist Church event

The annual chili cookoff was held at Coshocton Baptist Church on Denman Avenue. There were seven chilis represented at the event. The winner of the cookoff was Darla Terrell with her white chicken chili. She is pictured with her husband Scott.

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Published March 6, 2026 - 5:21 p.m.

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