The Jammin’ in JC Barbecue contest has received a proclamation from Governor Brownback declaring the contest a “state championship.” That means the winner of the Jammin’ in JC barbecue contest qualifies for the American Royal and the Jack Daniels World Championship in the spring.

State Representative Lonnie Clark and Rick Dykstra with the Jammin’ in JC Committee provided the information on the proclamation signing Thursday.

Lance Custer, Ken Dillon and Kenny Ziegler are heading the barbecue contest effort with the assistance of the Jammin’ in JC committee. Entries are still being accepted. For more information go to www.jammininjc.com.

Jammin’ in JC is scheduled September 25-26 in downtown Junction City.