Rice & Gravy Cookoff To Benefit Acadiana Hero Chris Lastrapes

Chris Lastrapes is an Acadiana hero.

He's an officer with the Sunset police department, an EMT and a volunteer firefighter. He devotes himself to saving lives.

Now, Chris needs a kidney transplant to save his life. He was diagnosed with stage 4 Chronic Kidney Disease. He's been unable to work since last October. The bills are going to be staggering.

The Kidney For Chris rice and gravy cook-off is scheduled for Saturday, May 19th at the Sunset Community Center. There will be live entertainment, a silent auction, kids zone, games and more!

Admission is just $5.00. Gates open at 11:00, judging at 3:00, awards at 4:00.