17.5 Kolaches Eaten in 10 Minutes Wins Local Competition

Hruška’s Store & Bakery hosted a Kolache Eating Competition in Ellinger Saturday, bringing together competitors and spectators for an afternoon of community fun and live entertainment. Christopher Dale, 54, above, of League City took first place after eating 17½ kolaches in 10 minutes. Lauren MacQueen of Houston placed second. Third place went to Zach Pappert, known as one half of The MEEF Twins. Joseph Elston of Fayetteville finished fourth, followed by Laurie Sassin of Schulenburg in fifth. Live music was provided by Chris Rybak.