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(Los Angeles, CA) On Wednesday, June 27 The Dickey Foundation will honor Chief of Police Charlie Beck, who served his community as the leader of the Los Angeles Police Department for more than 40 years.&nbsp;
The Dickey Foundation, in conjunction with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a>, will be donating slow-smoked barbecue for the open-house event celebrating Chief Beck. This event will be held at the Los Angeles Police Department Academy to encourage the community and its 1,000 expected attendees to join in celebration of their long-standing civic leader.&nbsp;
The Woodland Hills Dickey’s Pit Boss, Barry Thomas, said that catering this retirement event for Chief Beck was, “a natural fit, as The Dickey Foundation has always been a proud supporter of the officers who serve their community.”&nbsp;
Maurine Dickey, founder of the Dickey Foundation, said, “The Dickey Foundation is proud to support community leaders such as Chief Beck whose commitment to protecting his community is inspiring to everyone here at The Dickey Foundation and Dickey’s Barbecue Pit; we’re honored to play a role in his momentous celebration.”&nbsp;
Find more information about this this event here.&nbsp;
About the Dickey Foundation&nbsp;
Since 1941, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has taken great pride in our Texas style barbecue and our commitment to the communities we serve. It is in that spirit, that The Dickey Foundation was created. The Dickey Foundation supports first responders who protect and unite our communities. Our Foundation is national but our efforts are intensely local, focusing on financial support, public education and providing the equipment necessary for the safety of our first responders.

The Dickey Foundation Honors Retiring Long-Standing Police Chief

(Dallas, TX) The <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> mobile app is now available in Google Play for Android. The Dickey’s App allows for customers to purchase slow-smoked barbecue online for pick up, curb-side or delivery.&nbsp;
“After seeing great success with our Apple app, we are happy to announce that Android users can now utilize our app and enjoy delicious, convenient barbecue,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “Now more of our guests have Dickey’s right at their fingertips, true barbecue on demand.”
From catering for a group to lunch for one, the Dickey’s App creates a new venue for guests to order any Dickey’s meal they desire.&nbsp;
The app also houses a review-based loyalty program rewarding loyal guests for their feedback on Dickey’s barbecue, guest experience and ease of ordering.&nbsp;
The Dickey’s App is currently available in the Apple app store and now Android Google Play.
Download the Dickey’s app <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain, was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 44 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2018 again won a top 10 on the list. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit www.dickeys.com.

The Dickey's Mobile App is Now Available for Android

(Parker, CO) Local Dickey’s franchisees Stephen and Heidi Bernier plan to bring their first <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> location to Parker, CO in Fall 2018.&nbsp;
“Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has been family owned and operated since 1941 and we consider each of our owners as a part of our family,” said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We are proud when new franchisees, such as the Bernier family, invest in our brand and bring barbecue to their local community.”&nbsp;
Originally from California, the Berniers moved to Parker ten years ago and have since called it their home. Heidi is very active in the community and after deciding to open their own restaurant, they knew that Dickey’s Barbecue Pit was the perfect option.&nbsp;
“We look forward to becoming a part of the Dickey’s family,” says Heidi. “We have always wanted to open our own restaurant and with Dickey’s successful business model, delicious food and support for their franchisees, we cannot wait to bring our first Dickey’s to the people of Parker.”&nbsp;
Find your nearest Dickey’s location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2018 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit made the Top 10. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
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Media Contacts:&nbsp;
Callie Head&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:chead@dickeys.com">chead@dickeys.com</a>&nbsp;
Ashley Richardson&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:arichardson@dickeys.com">arichardson@dickeys.com</a>&nbsp;

Local Family Brings Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to Parker

(Dallas, TX) Summer is a time for backyard barbecues, high school graduations, lake days, road trips and lazy nights at home, and the best way to celebrate summer is with a Dickey’s Pack. From lunch for two to a large gathering, <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> has the perfect Pack option.&nbsp;
“When our guests think ‘barbecue’ this summer we want them to immediately come to us for authentic, slow-smoked meats and savory sides,” says Trevor Wilson, Vice President of Marketing at Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “Our Packs offer guests the ease of having a complete barbecue meal without the hassle of making it themselves.”&nbsp;
Dickey’s Pack options include the Picnic Pack for two, the Family Pack for four, the XL Pack for eight and the Party Pack for 12.&nbsp;
Find details of Dickey’s Pack options <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu/family-packs-and-more-17">here</a>.&nbsp;
Guests also have the option of ordering their Pack via ordering online at dickeys.com, through the Dickey’s App or calling their local Dickey’s Barbecue Pit. Guests can also order their Dickey’s Pack for delivery in participating locations, so they never have to interrupt their summer fun.&nbsp;
Find your nearest Dickey’s location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2018 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit made the Top 10. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
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Media Contacts:&nbsp;
Callie Head&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:chead@dickeys.com">chead@dickeys.com</a>&nbsp;
Ashley Richardson&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:arichardson@dickeys.com">arichardson@dickeys.com</a>&nbsp;

Dickey’s Packs: The Perfect Summertime Meal Option

(Kalamazoo, MI) <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> franchisee, Krage Fox, plans to bring four new Dickey’s locations to Southwest Michigan. New to the Dickey’s Barbecue Pit family, Krage plans to open his first Dickey’s location in Kalamazoo, MI in Summer 2018 with other locations opening in neighboring cities.&nbsp;
“The dedication and excitement Krage and his business partner have shown is something that truly inspires all of us at Dickey’s,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We are proud to have these two bring so much passion to the brand and we look forward to the opening of their Kalamazoo location and the others that will follow.”&nbsp;
Krage is new to the restaurant industry with a background in the pharmaceutical field. He has a passion for barbecue and has always had a dream of opening his own restaurant. An entrepreneur at heart, Krage researched multiple franchising concepts before deciding that Dickey’s was the perfect fit.&nbsp;
“When researching franchises, it all came down to loving the business model and the quality of the food,” says Krage. “Dickey’s offered everything we were looking for in a franchise concept including delicious food, a proven business model, support for franchisees and an established brand.”
Krage’s business partner has experience in the restaurant industry and too has a passion for Texas-style barbecue. He believes that barbecue is the last southern food that still needs to be mainstreamed and Dickey’s provided them the best opportunity to capitalize on these ventures.&nbsp;
Find your nearest Dickey’s location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2018 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit made the Top 10. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
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Media Contacts:&nbsp;
Callie Head&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:chead@dickeys.com">chead@dickeys.com</a>&nbsp;
Ashley Richardson&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:arichardson@dickeys.com">arichardson@dickeys.com</a> &nbsp;

Local Entrepreneur Brings Dickey’s Texas-Style Barbecue to Michigan 

(Chicago, IL) Local <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> owner Bill Zimmerman along with his two Pit Boss’, Dakotah Van Patten and Colin Robin, were recently awarded first place in a barbecue competition held by QSR, a national publication, and the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council.&nbsp;
Their winning recipe, the perfect summer meal, a Blueberry Jalapeño Pulled Pork Sandwich will be served at Bill’s Dickey’s Barbecue Pit locations from now through Labor Day.&nbsp;
The locations that will offer the Blueberry Jalapeño Pulled Pork Sandwich are:&nbsp;
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit&nbsp;
6681 Grand Ave., Ste. A-1&nbsp;
Gurnee, IL 60031
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit&nbsp;
11880 74th Place, Ste. C&nbsp;
Kenosha, WI 53142
“At Dickey’s, we truly are a family and we are extremely proud of Bill, Dakotah and Collin for their success at the barbecue competition held by QSR and the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We look forward to seeing their success in selling their award-winning creation in-store over the summer.”
The trio was able to serve their creation to barbecue lovers over the weekend in Chicago at the QSR Championship BBQ and Cookout.
Find your nearest Dickey’s location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2018 again won a top 10 on the list. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
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Media Contacts:&nbsp;
Callie Head&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:chead@dickeys.com">chead@dickeys.com</a>&nbsp;
Ashley Richardson&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:arichardson@dickeys.com">arichardson@dickeys.com</a>&nbsp;

Award-Winning Sandwich Available at Local Dickey's for Limited Time

(Gulf Breeze, FL) <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> franchisee, Wendy Williams, brings two new Dickey’s locations to Florida. New to the Dickey’s Barbecue Pit family, Wendy plans to open her first Dickey’s location in Gulf Breeze, FL in Fall 2018 with another location opening soon after in Navarre.&nbsp;
“Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is truly a family owned business and we are thrilled when we have the opportunity to bring new folks into our family,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “With Wendy’s passion for the Dickey’s brand and dedication to serving her community delicious barbecue, she is sure to be a success.”&nbsp;
New to the restaurant industry, Wendy’s background is in the medical field, but she has always had a passion for opening her own restaurant. Wendy is originally from Louisiana which is where she fell in love with Dickey’s Barbecue Pit and after moving to Florida, she knew it was the perfect place to open her first restaurant.&nbsp;
“I have always wanted to be a restauranteur and Dickey’s made it so simple for me to become a part of their growing family,” says Wendy. “With their proven business model and their overwhelming support, I am ready and excited to bring my first Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to the people of Gulf Breeze.”&nbsp;
Find your nearest Dickey’s location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2018 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit made the Top 10. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
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Media Contacts:&nbsp;
Callie Head&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:chead@dickeys.com">chead@dickeys.com</a>&nbsp;
Ashley Richardson&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:arichardson@dickeys.com">arichardson@dickeys.com</a>&nbsp;

Local Entrepreneur Brings Dickey’s Texas-Style Barbecue to Florida 

(Rolla, MO) New <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> franchisees Lawrence and Debby West and their business partner, Debbie Hudson, plan to open their first Dickey’s location in Rolla, Missouri in Summer 2018.&nbsp;
“At Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, we pride ourselves on serving communities across the nation authentic, Texas-style barbecue which can only be done with amazing franchisees such as the Lawrence, Debby and Debbie,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We are thrilled to have this power trio open their first location in Rolla.”
Debby, a Brazil native, traveled to Rolla because of her husband Lawrence, a fourth generation Rollan. She has grown to love the community and looks forward to bringing Texas-style barbecue to the residents she now considers family.&nbsp;
“We are very excited to open our first Dickey’s location in Rolla,” says Debby. “Everyone in Rolla cannot wait to try our slow-smoked barbecue.”&nbsp;
Debby admires the family-focused and casual environment that Dickey’s is known for nationwide. Her and her husband first went to Dickey’s during a trip to Dallas and felt that Rolla would be the perfect place for a new Dickey’s location. They are already plannong on their team opening more Dickey’s restaurants in the future.&nbsp;
Find your nearest Dickey’s Barbecue Pit location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2018 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit made the Top 10. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
Media Contacts:
Callie Head
chead@dickeys.com
Ashley Richardson
<a href="mailto:arichardson@dickeys.com">arichardson@dickeys.com</a>

Local Franchisee Brings Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to Rolla 

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(Dallas, TX) Since 1941, <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> has been the expert in all things barbecue. From smoking the most flavorful brisket to crafting the perfect sandwich and side, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has been known for mastering the art of great barbecue for 77 years.&nbsp;
This May, Dickey’s invites all guests, old and new, to celebrate National Barbecue Month at their local Dickey’s Barbecue Pit location. Though Dickey’s is the largest barbecue chain in the world, each location is masterfully owned and operated by a local entrepreneur that truly has a love for well-made, slow-smoked barbecue and a passion for serving their local community.&nbsp;
“Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has been passed down through three generations of the Dickey family and Roland and I are honored to be the leaders of such a large and growing group of owners that we too consider family,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “At Dickey’s, we want each location to feel like an extension of the local owner’s home and we feel that National Barbecue Month only intensifies that feeling as it truly is a special time for us to show what we are good at—delicious, Texas-style barbecue.”&nbsp;
To celebrate National Barbecue Month, Dickey’s is offering $1 Big Yellow Cups to all dine-in guests to pair perfectly with their slow-smoked barbecue and homestyle sides. Guests also have the opportunity to enter to win free barbecue for a year from Dickey’s by entering the Dickey’s “Show Us Your Cup” competition on Instagram. Those that are interested in entering the contest can find more information on the Dickey’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dickeysbarbecuepit/">Instagram</a> page or on <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">dickeys.com</a>.&nbsp;
Find your nearest Dickey’s location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2017 again won a top 10 on the list. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
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Celebrate National Barbecue Month with Dickey’s Authentic Barbecue 

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(Dallas, TX) What pairs best with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s</a> slow-smoked, Texas-style barbecue and savory sides? A $1 Big Yellow Cup. Beginning April 30 and continuing throughout May, Dickey’s will offer dine-in guests $1 Big Yellow Cups.&nbsp;
“At Dickey’s, our focus is and always will be the quality of our authentic, Texas-style barbecue,” says Trevor Wilson, Vice President of Marketing at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit. “In honor of National Barbecue Month in May, we wanted to have our guests celebrate by enjoying our delicious barbecue with Dickey’s iconic Big Yellow Cup for only $1.”
In the month of May, Dickey’s will host a contest through Instagram where barbecue lovers can enter to win Free Barbecue for a Year. To enter the contest, guests will have to follow Dickey’s Barbecue Pit on Instagram, tag their friends in the original post announcing the contest and post a photo of what they do with their Dickey’s Big Yellow Cup using the hashtag “ShowUsYourCup”.&nbsp;
Follow Dickey’s on <a href="https://dickeysbarbecue.fbmta.com/members/ViewMailing.aspx?MailingID=27917364768&amp;_X=XYyqJFIxBXck0">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dickeysbarbecuepit/">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/Dickeys">Twitter</a>.&nbsp;
Find your nearest Dickey’s location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2017 again won a top 10 on the list. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Announces $1 Iconic Big Yellow Cups

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(La Marque, TX) <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> continues expansion in the state of Texas with new franchisees Dave and Lesa Covert. The Coverts will be opening their first Dickey’s Barbecue Pit location in La Marque, TX in late 2018.&nbsp;
“At Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, our owners are truly a part of the Dickey family and we treat them as such with all of the support they could imagine for their restaurant venture,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We are thrilled to have Dave and Lesa join our family and help us grow the Dickey’s name in our home state of Texas.”&nbsp;
The Coverts have been residents of Galveston County for over 20 years and look forward to opening their first restaurant in the place they call home. Dave has a background in software development and Lesa is a paramedic, but the pair decided it was time to open their own business together to leave a legacy for themselves.&nbsp;
“After deciding to break into the restaurant industry, we did extensive research on which concept would work best for the two of us,” says Dave. “Dickey’s was the perfect fit because we love the food, the culture and the support from being backed by a 76-year-old brand.”&nbsp;
Find your nearest Dickey’s location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2017 again won a top 10 on the list. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
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Local Entrepreneurs Expand the Dickey’s Brand in La Marque, TX 

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(Dallas, TX) The Dickey Foundation, will host their inaugural benefit concert on Thursday, May 3 from at <a href="http://therustic.com/venue/therusticdallas/">The Rustic</a> in Dallas. The Dickey Foundation, formerly known as Barbecue, Boots &amp; Badges, sets out to provide financial support, public education and the equipment necessary for the safety of local first responders.&nbsp;
All proceeds from The Dickey Foundation Benefit Concert will go directly to local Dallas area first responders. The event will include performances by Micky and the Motorcars and Will Hoge and feature a silent auction for guests.&nbsp;
“The Dickey Foundation was created to support the brave men and women who risk their lives every day to ensure their communities safety,” says Maurine Dickey, Founder of The Dickey Foundation. “Our goal is to continuously give first responders and their families the necessary support to ensure their safety and success in the communities they serve.”
Find more information about The Dickey Foundation Benefit Concert <a href="https://business.facebook.com/events/1928387527470782/">here</a> and purchase tickets <a href="https://www.prekindle.com/promo/id/24898849347098346">here</a>.&nbsp;
About the Dickey Foundation&nbsp;
Since 1941, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has taken great pride in our Texas style barbecue and our commitment to the communities we serve. It is in that spirit, that The Dickey Foundation was created. The Dickey Foundation supports first responders who protect and unite our communities. Our Foundation is national but our efforts are intensely local, focusing on financial support, public education, and providing the equipment necessary for the safety of our first responders.
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Dickey Foundation Hosts Concert to Support First Responders

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(Dallas, TX) Dickey’s Barbecue Pit prides themselves on being catering experts for any occasion of any size. Since 1941, <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> has been famous for bringing folks together to enjoy their slow-smoked, Texas-style barbecue by catering any celebration.&nbsp;
“At Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, we want to celebrate every gathering whether it be a wedding or Tuesday afternoon meeting at the office and in our opinion, nothing brings people together better than Dickey’s barbecue,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “Each of our Pit Masters nationwide are trained to execute caterings of every size and we are proud to have the opportunity to provide delicious barbecue for the big, or small, events in folks’ lives.”&nbsp;
Dickey’s offers guests multiple catering options including a full-service catering complete with a Pit Master on-site, a delivery buffet, box lunches and party platters. From 20 guests to 2,000, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has guests covered for any celebration.&nbsp;
Guests have the option to request a catering quote at <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/catering/get-a-quote">dickeys.com</a> and can also work with a catering expert by calling 866-BARBECUE.&nbsp;
Find your nearest Dickey’s location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2017 again won a top 10 on the list. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: The Nation’s Catering Experts 

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(Leesburg, FL) Local franchisees Jonathan and Stephanie Frederick plan to bring their first <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> location to Leesburg, FL. The new location is slated to open by the new franchisees in late 2018.&nbsp;
“Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has and always will be a family-run, family-oriented business and that is something we pride ourselves on,” says Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “The partnership we have with each of our franchisees is very important to us and we look forward to supporting the Fredericks in their first restaurant venture.”
Originally from Florida, Stephanie looks forward to opening her first business with her husband, Jonathan, in the state they now both call home. Stephanie and Jonathan collectively bring years of restaurant experience to the Dickey’s brand along with a passion for smoking delicious barbecue.&nbsp;
“After making the decision to open our own restaurant for our family to run, we knew that it had to be Dickey’s Barbecue Pit,” says Jonathan. “Our passion for slow-smoked barbecue paired with Dickey’s experience and strong support for their franchisees made it an easy decision for us.”
Find your nearest Dickey’s location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2017 again won a top 10 on the list. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
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Local Barbecue Lovers Bring Dickey’s to Leesburg, FL

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(Gallup, NM) Barbecue enthusiasts, Michael and Dawn Carnel bring <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Pit</a> to their hometown of Gallup, NM. This will be the couple’s first Dickey’s location to open with plans to open more in the future.&nbsp;
The Gallup location is slated to open in Summer 2018.&nbsp;
“We are always thrilled we add new members to our Dickey’s Barbecue Pit family, especially those who are new to the restaurant industry,” says Laura Rea Dickey. “With the Dickey’s franchise model, we help passionate owners such as Michael and Dawn, open their local restaurant while still having the safety net of being backed by the largest barbecue chain in the world, and that, makes everything we do at Dickey’s worth it.”&nbsp;
Originally from the Gallup area, the Carnels are experienced local business owners in the hotel industry. The duo looks forward to breaking into the restaurant industry by bringing Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to their local community.&nbsp;
“We have always been huge fans of Dickey’s delicious, slow-smoked barbecue,” says Michael. “Our area is in need of a great barbecue option and we are proud to be the ones to offer it to the residents of our community.”&nbsp;
Find your nearest Dickey’s location <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/locations">here</a>.&nbsp;
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp;
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest barbecue chain was founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey. Today, all meats are still slow smoked on-site in each restaurant. The Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise offers several slow-smoked meats and home style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' included. The fast-casual concept has expanded to more than 800 locations in 45 states. In 2016, Dickey's won first place on Fast Casual's "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" list and in 2017 again won a top 10 on the list. Dickey's Barbecue Pit has also been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Times, and Nation's Restaurant News. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">www.dickeys.com</a>.
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