McLean County, you have absolutely shown up and shown out for the first-ever Cougar Country Burger Week!

What started as an idea to bring our community together, support local businesses, and give back to a great cause has turned into something truly special!

We want to extend a HUGE thank you to everyone who has helped make this week possible. From the restaurants and food trucks that stepped up to create some incredible burgers, to our sponsors who helped bring this event to life, and most importantly, to YOU — the people of McLean County who have gone out, supported these businesses, and made this week one to remember!

A special thank you to our presenting sponsors, Green River Wine & Spirits, 97X, and 89 Angels Inc along with BF Evans Ford, Stephanie Wright with Greater Owensboro Realty, and Hotter than Hugh Hot Sauce, for helping make this event possible!

And remember, this week wasn’t just about eating some delicious burgers. For every $9 Burger Week burger sold, $1 goes directly to 89 Angels Inc

helping us make a difference right here in our community.

NOW IT’S YOUR TURN TO PICK A WINNER!

While our panel of judges will determine who takes home the first-ever Hotter than Hugh Award, we wanted to give the people who made this week so special a voice of their own!

Introducing the COUGAR COUNTRY BURGER WEEK PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD!

We want to know which participating restaurant served YOUR favorite burger!

Here are your contenders:

Geno’s Pizza

Farley’s

Laurie’s Souper Savor

Gilbert’s Grill

El Ranchero

Hillbilly’s BBQ

Farmhouse

Midnight Mommas Sweets

CAST YOUR VOTE IN THE POLL BELOW!

Whether it was the flavor, the creativity, the toppings, or just that first bite that made you say WOW, we want to know who earned your vote!

Let’s show these hardworking local businesses some love and recognize the time, effort, and creativity they put into making this week a success.

The official Hotter than Hugh Award winner will be announced at the Calhoun Harvest Festival before Tailgate takes the stage!

No matter who takes home the awards, one thing is already clear: McLean County is the real winner when our community comes together to support local businesses and a great cause.

From all of us involved with Cougar Country Burger Week, THANK YOU for making our first year something special.

Now let’s settle the debate, McLean County… WHO HAD THE BEST BURGER?! 🍔🏆