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(Tulare, CA) Donnie and Kelly Brooks knew Dickey’s Barbecue would be a great addition to their hometown of Tulare. On Thursday, February 5 at 11 a.m., the couple will open their second location with a three-day grand opening celebration. The party kicks off with the first 50 guests receiving gift cards worth up to $50.
“It’s exciting to see the success of engaged franchise owners like the Brooks,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue. “They are making such a positive impact on their local communities.”
On Friday, guests can stop by for Dickey’s Barbecue for all day merchandise giveaways. The party continues on Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. when guests can catch TV personality, Kopi Sotiropulos of Fox 26 and grab a bargain with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/quote/everyday">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches.</a> One lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners will receive free barbecue for a year.
“We joined the Dickey’s family a year ago and were fortunate to have the opportunity to bring authentic barbecue to our hometown,” said franchise owner, Kelly Brooks. “Tulare is excited about Dickey’s slow smoked barbecue and home style sides.”
Before joining the barbecue business, Kelly worked for Tulare County Office of Education and Donnie worked for Southern California-Edison. The Brooks opened their first Dickey’s Barbecue in Visalia in early 2014. &nbsp;The new location in Tulare is located at 1348 East Prosperity Avenue and the number is 559.697.0061. Keep up with all the happenings at this location on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dickeysbarbecuepittulare">Facebook</a>.&nbsp;

Couple Spreads Barbecue Business to Hometown with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

(Colorado Springs, CO) Colorado Springs residents will have a reason to celebrate when Dickey’s Barbecue Pit opens on Thursday, January 29 at 11 a.m. The new barbecue joint opens with a three day barbecue bash where three lucky guests receive free barbecue for an entire year.
“We have been excited with the response to our barbecue from the Colorado Springs area,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “We look forward to introducing new guests to our many options including our catering and online ordering.”
Thursday, the party kicks off with the first 50 guests receiving gift cards worth up to $50. Friday, radio station 95.1 Nash FM is onsite from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the new restaurant will be serving <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches.</a> Also, one lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners will receive free barbecue for an entire year. On Saturday, guests can load up on Dickey’s Barbecue gear like t-shirts, koozies, sunglasses and more.
“Barbecue has been a love of mine for years and I look forward to serving great barbecue to the Colorado Springs area,” said first time owner, John Hightower. “Dickey’s Barbecue is a great franchise concept with delicious food -- there’s really nothing like it out here.”
The new location in Colorado Springs is located at 811 Cheyenne Meadows Road, Suite 12 and the phone number is 719.323.3228. Stay up to date with this location on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dickeys-Barbecue-Pit-Colorado-Springs-CO/379737075459870">Facebook.</a>

Win Free Barbecue for a Year at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Colorado Springs

(Buena Park, CA) Richard Foiles spent over 10 years running a successful pizza restaurant. While visiting a nearby Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, Foiles fell in love with the food and the fast casual concept. On Thursday, January 29 at 11 a.m., Foiles opens his first Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Buena Park. The location celebrates with a three day grand opening.
“California has really embraced our brand,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “I get excited with every new opening and every new guest that we introduce to our slow smoked barbecue.”
Three day grand opening includes:
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 <li>Thursday offers the first 50 guests gift cards ranging from $5 to $50.</li>
 <li>Friday includes t-shirts, sunglasses and more when Dickey’s Barbecue offers all day merchandise giveaways.</li>
 <li>Saturday from noon to 2 p.m., radio station 97.1 AMP is onsite and the new location is serving a barbecue deal with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a>. One lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners will receive free barbecue for an entire year.</li>
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“I’ve always dreamed about owning my own restaurant,” said first time owner, Richard Foiles. “I can’t wait to serve great Texas barbecue and putting smiles on the faces of everyone who comes through my door.”
Foiles was born in California and resides in La Habra. The new Dickey’s Barbecue in Buena Park is located at 8300 La Palma Avenue, Suite S00A1 and the number is 714.882.5875. Keep up with this location on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dickeys-Barbecue-Pit-Buena-Park-Downtown/320826311444048">Facebook.</a>

Owner Trades Pizza for Pork with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Buena Park

(Germantown, MD) Dickey’s Barbecue chairman and barbecue expert, Roland Dickey is ready to celebrate guests and share his family’s recipes in Germantown. &nbsp;On Saturday, January 24 from noon to 2 p.m. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Germantown is throwing a special guest appreciation event that includes $1 sandwiches and the chance to win free barbecue for an entire year.
“I really like travelling around to our local restaurants and getting to meet with our great guests,” said Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants chairman, Roland Dickey, Sr. &nbsp;“Our guest appreciation events are a great way for us to give back to our loyal guests and share our Dickey’s family recipes.”
Guests can learn Mr. Dickey’s favorite recipes when he hands out 100 autographed copies of his cookbook, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Dickeys-Barbecue-Cookbook-Recipes/dp/1455616869">Mr. Dickey’s Barbecue Cookbook</a>. Also during the event, guests can feed their barbecue cravings with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$1 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a> and scoop up Dickey’s Barbecue gear with all day merchandise giveaways. Country station 99.9 WRFE will be also onsite to celebrate and one lucky guest will win free barbecue for an entire year.
Owner Operator Jim Hickin previously worked for Dickey’s Barbecue Pit as a general manager and today owns locations in Germantown and in Cortland, New York. The Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Germantown is located at 18056 Mateny Road and the phone number is 240.801.4570. You can follow along with Dickey’s Barbecue Pit on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dickeysbarbecuepit">Facebook</a>.&nbsp;

Mr. Dickey Shares Family Recipes at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Germantown

(Downers Grove, IL) Throw on your scarf and gloves and get over to Dickey’s Barbecue Pit on Thursday, January 22 at 11 a.m., for a three day grand opening party. Downers Grove will have a reason to fight the cold when the new Texas barbecue chain serves up its famous smoked brisket, pulled pork and ribs.
The three day grand opening celebration includes:
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 <li>Thursday, the first 50 dine-in guests receive gift cards worth up to $50.&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Friday, guests can stop by for all day Dickey’s Barbecue merchandise giveaways.</li>
 <li>Saturday from noon to 2 p.m., radio station 94.7 WLS-FM will join the party and one lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners will receive free barbecue for an entire year. Also, guests can get a deal with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches.</a></li>
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“Authentic barbecue is hard to find here in Illinois and people deserve to know what slow-smoked barbecue tastes like,” said local owner, Kote Nallapati. “When we researched franchises, we read about Dickey’s Barbecue Pit and knew it would be a great addition to the area.”
The local owners and longtime friends include Kote Nallapati, Chandrasekhar Valeti and Anesh Pillai. All three reside in nearby Naperville and are software engineers. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit also has locations in Glenview and Wheaton. The new location in Downers Grove is located at 1332 West 75th Street and the phone number is 630.426.6277. Follow along with this location on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DickeysDownersGrove">Facebook.</a>
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Stay Warm with Smokin’ Hot Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Grand Opening in Downers Grove

(San Diego, CA) Slow smoked Texas barbecue arrives on Thursday, January 15 when the nation’s largest barbecue chain, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, opens its first location in San Diego. To celebrate the opening of the first location to the area, the new location is hosting a three day grand opening event with the first 50 guests receiving gift cards worth up to $50. &nbsp;
“We are so proud to be expanding in Southern California,” said Roland Dickey, Jr. “Bringing slow smoked Texas barbecue to San Diego is an exciting milestone for our growing brand.”
On Friday, guests can grab Dickey’s Barbecue goodies with all day merchandise giveaways. On Saturday, radio station KSON will be on-site from noon to 2 p.m. and the new restaurant will serve hungry guests <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a>. One lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners will receive free barbecue for an entire year.
“San Diego is going to love Dickey’s Barbecue Pit with all our options for slow smoked meats and home-style sides -- Texas style barbecue isn’t like anything in the city,” said first time owner, Assim Shammami.
Shammami resides in nearby Santee. The Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in San Diego is located at 5604 Balboa Avenue, Suite 105 &amp; 106 and the phone number is 858.278.8228.
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First Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in San Diego Opens with Three Day Grand Opening

(Laguna Niguel, CA) Dickey’s Barbecue chairman, Roland Dickey will visit California to celebrate the opening of the brand’s newest location in Laguna Niguel. The new fast casual barbecue option opens on Thursday, January 15 with a three-day grand opening. Mr. Dickey stops by on Friday to hand out free copies of his cookbook, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Dickeys-Barbecue-Cookbook-Recipes/dp/1455616869">Mr. Dickey’s Barbecue Cookbook</a>.
“We’re thrilled to have Mr. Dickey in Laguna Niguel celebrating our new location and our guests will love meeting the man behind the barbecue,” said multi-unit owner, Stephen Huerth. “We opened our first location in 2013 and we’ve loved working with the Dickey’s brand and getting to know the community.”
Thursday, January 15
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 <li>The first 50 dine in guests receive gift cards ranging between $5 and $50.</li>
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Friday, January 16
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 <li>From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mr. Dickey stops by to hand out 100 autographed cookbooks. During the event, one lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners will receive free barbecue for an entire year. Guests can grab <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a>. Radio station Go Country 105 will also be on-site.</li>
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Saturday, January 17
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 <li>Guests can beef up their barbecue gear when the store offers t-shirts, koozies, sunglasses and more.</li>
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The Huerths also own the Dickey’s Barbecue in Brea. The new restaurant in Laguna Niguel is located at 27931 La Paz Road and the phone number is 949.349.0346. Stay up-to-date with this location on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dickeyslagunaniguel">Facebook.</a>

Mr. Dickey Stops by Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Laguna Niguel for Grand Opening

(Santa Clarita, CA) Anthony Pimentel has a passion for barbecue and a desire to own his own business, which attracted him to Dickey’s Barbecue Pit. On Thursday, January 15 at 11 a.m., Pimentel’s dream will come true when he and his business partner, Kenneth Robles, open their first Dickey’s Barbecue in Santa Clarita. To celebrate their new venture, they are hosting a three-day grand opening with multiple prizes like three chances to win free barbecue for a year.&nbsp;
“I’ve always loved the art of slow smoking meats and it’s exciting to share this hobby with the Santa Clarita community,” said first time owner, Anthony Pimentel. “Santa Clarita is really growing right now making it a perfect time to open a restaurant-- my location is near schools, shopping centers, and a movie theater, which will hopefully make it a popular destination.
On Thursday, the first 50 dine-in guests receive gift cards worth up to $50. On Friday, guests can stop by for goodies with all day merchandise giveaways. On Saturday, radio station K-EARTH 101 will be onsite from noon to 2 p.m. and guests can feed their barbecue cravings with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a>. One lucky guest will win a $500 gift card and three winners will win free barbecue for an entire year.
Pimentel resides in Santa Clarita and currently works as a senior network administrator. The new location in Santa Clarita is located at 18742 Soledad Canyon Road and the number is 661.251.0840. Follow along with this store on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DickeysBarbecueSantaClarita">Facebook</a>.

Man’s Hobby Turns Reality with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Santa Clarita

(Brooksville, FL) David Ambrose and Steven Phillips met in Brooksville over 10 years ago when their kids were growing up together. Ambrose was looking for a new business opportunity and Phillips’ restaurant experience made him the perfect business partner. Both men knew Hernando County was missing a southern staple, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit. On Thursday, January 8 at 11 a.m., Dickey’s Barbecue opens in Brooksville with a three day grand opening.
“Folks from Hernando County have been stopping by to let us know how much they’re looking forward to our opening – we can’t wait to serve up great barbecue and celebrate,” said first time owner, Steven Phillips. “I’ve worked as a restaurant manager for years, so I know a great brand like Dickey’s Barbecue will be a huge success here.”
The three day barbecue bash includes:
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 <li>Thursday offers the first 50 dine in guests gift cards ranging from $5 to $50.</li>
 <li>Friday includes t-shirts, tote bags and sunglasses when Dickey’s Barbecue Pit offers all day merchandise giveaways.</li>
 <li>Saturday from noon to 2 p.m., guests can stop by for radio station Hits 106 when one lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners receive free barbecue for an entire year. Guests also get a barbecue deal with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a>.</li>
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Ambrose and Phillips hope to open three more locations in surrounding Springhill. The new Dickey’s Barbecue in Brooksville is located at 19348 Cortez Boulevard and the phone number is 352.269.0019.&nbsp;

The Sunshine State Gets a Southern Favorite with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

(Wyomissing, PA) Wyomissing residents can stay warm this January when Texas tradition, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit opens on Thursday, January 8 at 11 a.m. The new fast-casual option offers barbecue favorites like brisket, pulled pork and ribs smoked low and slow overnight in the restaurant. To celebrate his new barbecue joint, local owner, Frank Caloiaro is hosting a three day grand opening celebration with multiple prizes and giveaways.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
“I can’t wait to bring the greatest barbecue to the Wyomissing community, “said first time owner, Frank Caloiaro. “I’m especially excited to give back to those in the community by hosting fundraising events and catering community events -- great tasting barbecue and giving back have always been passions of mine, so it’s exciting to get to do the two things I love.”
Thursday kicks off the party with the first 50 guests receiving gift cards ranging from $5 to $50. On Friday, guests can stop by for all day merchandise giveaways. On Saturday, Pennsylvania’s county station, I105 will be on-site from noon to 2 p.m. and guests score a barbecue deal with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a>. One lucky guest will win a $500 gift card and three winners will win free barbecue for an entire year.
&nbsp;Dickey’s offers discounts to all first responder both in store and for caterings at the station. The new Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Wyomissing is located at 1153A Berkshire Boulevard and the phone number is 484.709.2577. Follow along with this store on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DickeysBarbecueWyomissing">Facebook</a>.&nbsp;

Smokin’ Hot Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Open Thursday in Wyomissing

(Rocklin, CA) The new year brings a new fast casual option to Rocklin residents when Dickey’s Barbecue Pit opens on Thursday, January 8 at 11 a.m. To kick off the grand opening, the new restaurant is hosting a three-day grand opening celebration. Guests get a deal on Thursday when the first 50 guests receive gift cards worth up to $50.
“We’re thrilled to be expanding in the area and are looking forward to serving up delicious barbecue to the families of Rocklin,” said multi-unit owner, Jared Katzenbarger. “We offer great catering for events, family friendly dining and Kids Eat Free on Sundays. Dickey’s Barbecue has had great success in California and it’s an exciting time to be with this growing brand.”
Friday, guests the chance to beef up their barbecue gear with all day merchandise giveaways. Saturday from noon to 2 p.m., guests can stop by for <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a> and to see radio station 98 Rock. &nbsp;During the event, one lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three will win big with free barbecue for a year prizes.
A native Californian, Katzenbarger owns multiple Dickey’s Barbecue locations throughout the Sacramento area. The new Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Rocklin is located at 5406 Crossings Drive, Suite 104 and the phone number is 916.652.7239.&nbsp;

2015 Brings Tasty New Barbecue Option to Rocklin with Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

(Pensacola, FL) After serving as a civilian base commander at the Royal Air Force Base in Fairford England, Tim Hershberger returned to the United States wanting to be his own boss. On Friday, January 2 at 11 a.m., Hershberger and his wife, Nargiza will open the first Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Pensacola. To celebrate their new endeavor, the couple is hosting a three day grand opening. &nbsp;
“We’re excited about being the first Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in the Florida Panhandle and have received a lot positive feedback from locals the past few months,” said first time owner, Tim Hershberger. “Pensacola needed a great quality barbecue restaurant and we are ready to serve!”
Friday kicks off the party with the first 50 guests receiving gift cards worth up to $50. Saturday from noon to 2 p.m., the party includes radio station Nash FM 102.7 onsite when one lucky partygoer will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners receive free barbecue for an entire year. The new barbecue joint also offers <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a> during the event. On Sunday, guests can grab Dickey’s Barbecue koozies, sunglasses and more. &nbsp;
The Hershbergers reside in Pensacola with their son. They have plans to open a second Dickey’s Barbecue location in Pensacola and a third in Fort Walton Beach. The new Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Pensacola is located in the University Town Plaza at 7175 North Davis Highway and the phone number is 850.476.RIBS (7427). You can follow along with this location on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DickeysPensacolaFL">Facebook</a>.&nbsp;

Veteran Opens First Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in the Florida Panhandle

(Dallas, TX) On Thursday, December 18 at 11 a.m., North Dallas will have a new dining option -- Dickey’s Barbecue Pit. The new fast casual restaurant is celebrating with a three day barbecue bash for the entire family where three guests will win free barbecue for an entire year. The longtime family friendly restaurant option offers a selection of <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">signature meats</a> smoked onsite every day, home style sides, tangy barbecue sauce and free kids’ meals every Sunday.
The three-day barbecue bash includes:
<ul>
 <li>Thursday kicks off with the first 50 dine in guests receiving gift cards worth up to $50.</li>
 <li>Friday there will be Dickey’s Barbecue t-shirts, koozies, magnets and more with all day merchandise giveaways.</li>
 <li>Saturday from noon to 2 p.m., guests can stop by for country music with radio station 96.3 KSCS and a barbecue deal with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a>. One lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners will receive free barbecue for a year.</li>
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“Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has been a staple for Dallas families for the past 73 years and I’m excited to be a part of this great franchise,” said first time owner, Van Dai. “I’m looking forward to sharing the family tradition of barbecue and Dickey’s kids eat free Sundays in North Dallas.”
The new Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in North Dallas is located at 4727 Frankford Road, suite 349 and the phone number is 972.803.6411.
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New North Dallas Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Celebrates with a Barbecue Bash

(Waco, TX) Waco is getting in the holiday spirit when Dickey’s Barbecue Pit opens on Thursday, December 18 at 11 a.m. Native Texan, Ryan Curtis is hosting a three day grand opening party in honor of his fifth location. The barbecue bash kicks off with the first 50 guests receiving gift cards worth up to $50. &nbsp;
On Friday, radio station WACO 100 will be on-site from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the new restaurant will serve hungry guest a deal with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a>. One lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners will receive free barbecue for an entire year. On Saturday, guests can grab Dickey’s Barbecue goodies with all day merchandise giveaways.
“Waco residents are really excited about the return of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit and love the brand they’ve known so long,” said multi-unit owner, Ryan Curtis. “Texans know authentic barbecue is meats smoked low and slow on-site which is exactly what we offer at Dickey’s Barbecue.”
Curtis owns Dickey’s Barbecue locations in Abilene, Burleson, and Fort Worth. His new location in Waco is located at 5900 Bosque Boulevard and the phone number is 254.751.1232.
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Three Day Barbecue Bash at the Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Waco

Highland, CA) The entire family is welcome for a holiday barbecue celebration on Thursday, December 18 at 11 a.m., when Dickey’s Barbecue Pit opens in Highland. Local owner and native Californian, Andre May is hosting a three day grand opening celebration kicking off with the first 50 guests receiving gift cards worth up to $50.
“Highland is a close-knit community where I know Dickey’s Barbecue is going to be well received with its great tasting menu and catering options at affordable prices,” said first time owner, Andre May. “After my time in real estate development, I knew Dickey’s Barbecue was a perfect concept for Highland.”
&nbsp;Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the party includes radio station KOLA 99.9 onsite when one lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three receive free barbecue for an entire year. Guests will also score a deal when this location serves <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a>. Saturday, guests have the chance to grab Dickey’s Barbecue gear when the location offers all day merchandise giveaways.
Andre May grew up in Southern California and now resides with his family in Highland. The new Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Highland is located at 27949 Greenspot Road, Suite D and the phone number is 909.862.2000. Hungry now? Keep up with this location on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dickeys-Barbecue-Pit-Highland-CA/363239600521117">Facebook.</a>
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