Special to The Real Story
Harvey Myrick, Founder of Grilling On The River, has announced today that he is stepping down as the Executive Director of this annual event.
As a member of the Columbus Convention & Visitors Bureau (CCVB) Board, Harvey has expressed his concerns to the Grilling On The River Board regarding the perceived conflict of interest that may, or may not, exist, as the CCVB has provided grants, in the past, to help make this event such a success, over the years.
In an effort to clarify this situation, Harvey has requested an opinion from the Office of the Attorney General, regarding whether a conflict of interest does actually exist. As the opinion has yet to be rendered, the Grilling On The River Board has determined that it would be in the best interest of our event, The City of Columbus,Lowndes County, and the CCVB to eliminate any confusion, by postponing Grilling On The River to the second weekend of April, 2013. We also felt that it is important that we make this announcement prior to a CCVB vote regarding 2012 funding, as well as providing potential contestants the opportunity to attend other events on the Kansas City Barbeque Society circuit.
Grilling On the River is proud to support the Columbus/Lowndes Humane Shelter, through the generous donations from everyone who attends our event. We encourage you to consider making a donation directly to the shelter this year, and look forward to seeing you again at the 2013 event.
Chuck Baker
Secretary
Grilling On The River
February 15, 2012
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