Good food and fun at the Renzie Rib Fest
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September 9, 2026

Good food and fun at the Renzie Rib Fest

Dave Coleman of Big Girls BBQ is shown at the Renzie Rib Fest in McKeesport this weekend. Despite a late start due to the storms last week, the annual festival drew large crowds thanks to the nice weather the last few days. Heather Hart / For the Mon Valley Independent

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