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(Palm Spring, CA) Rodney Harper has been eating Dickey’s Barbecue Pit since he was a little kid and now at the age of 61 he’ll bring a barbecue tradition to Palm Springs. The first Dickey’s Barbecue location in Palm Springs opens on Thursday, February 12 at 11 a.m. with a three day grand opening.
“It’s exciting to see our restaurants open in new locations like Palm Springs,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “Rodney, who grew up eating Dickey’s Barbecue, and now owns his own restaurant speaks to the passion our fans have for our brand.”
Three day grand opening includes:
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 <li>Thursday the first 50 guests will receive gift cards worth up to $50.</li>
 <li>Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., radio station 93.7 Classic Rock is onsite and the new location is serving 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.</li>
 <li>Saturday, Dickey’s Barbecue offers all day merchandise giveaways.</li>
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“I’m from Texas and grew up eating Dickey’s Barbecue since I was only 4 years old,” said first time owner, Rodney Harper. “I’m thrilled to introduce Dickey’s Barbecue to the Valley.”
Prior to Dickey’s Barbecue, Harper worked for Toyota Motor Sales, USA as vice president of sales, marketing and brand. The location in Palm Springs is located at 5200 East Ramon Road and the number is 760.699.2028. Follow along with this location on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DickeysPalmSprings">Facebook.</a>

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Opens in Palm Springs, Brought by Native Texan

(Dallas, TX) <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/">Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.,</a> the nation’s largest barbecue chain, is proud to announce the kick-off of their new foundation, <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/bbb">Barbecue, Boots &amp; Badges</a>, a foundation committed to leaving a footprint on the communities they serve by providing funding and resources to law enforcement, firefighters and their families.
“We take pride in the communities we serve and saw a vital need for a foundation to support local law enforcement, firefighters and their families,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., president and CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “These are the people who put their lives on the line every day, we created a foundation to help those who serve us.”
Initial funding for Barbecue, Boots and Badges will coincide with the national launch of Dickey’s new line of <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/news/2015/02/02/a-little-bit-sweet-and-a-little-bit-salty">potato chips</a>. Guests can try the <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/promotions#chip-favorites">new chips</a> and give back to the new charity on March 1 when they are available nationwide. The artisan crafted potato chips come in three bold flavors -- original, barbecue and jalapeno cheddar. &nbsp;
“After 8 years as a Dallas County Commissioner, I saw firsthand the challenges our law enforcement officials’ face in the line of duty,” said Maurine Dickey, chairman of Barbecue, Boots &amp; Badges. “Dickey’s Barbecue takes a personal approach to the communities we serve and there is no better place to start than with law enforcement officials and their families.
The Barbecue, Boots &amp; Badges foundation will work with local law enforcement and fire departments to provide emergency financial assistance, funding for equipment and services as well as on-going programs.&nbsp;

Dickey’s Barbecue Launches New Foundation: Barbecue, Boots & Badges

(St. Petersburg, FL) Roland Dickey, Sr., barbecue expert and chairman of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is stopping by Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in St. Petersburg on Friday, February 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a Guest Appreciation Event. Mr. Dickey will give out 100 free autographed copies of his cookbook, Mr. Dickey’s Barbecue Cookbook.
“I take great pleasure in meeting our local guests and visiting our dedicated franchisees in their restaurants,” said Roland Dickey, Chairman of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “Florida has been a great market for Dickey’s Barbecue and I look forward to meeting out loyal guests.”
The Guest Appreciation Event offers a barbecue bargain with $2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches. &nbsp;Radio station WQYK 99.5 will be on-site from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. when one lucky winner will receive free barbecue for an entire year. Mr. Dickey will be onsite to mingle with guests and handout cookbooks.
“We’re honored to have Mr. Dickey in Florida visiting our location,” said local franchisee, Jim Lewis. “Our guests will love meeting the man behind the barbecue and getting a chance to cook up some of Dickey’s family recipes with free cookbooks.”
The Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in St. Petersburg is located at 2119 Tyrone Boulevard North. Stay current on this store and all its smokin’ barbecue options by contacting the store at 727.388.6692 or on Facebook.

Mr. Dickey Visits St. Petersburg for Guest Appreciation Event

(Greeley, CO) The O’Haras have called Greeley home for over 17 years.&nbsp; They opened their first Dickey’s Barbecue location in 2011. On Thursday, February 5 at 11 a.m., the couple will open their second location in Greeley with a three day grand opening party. &nbsp;
“Derek and Jennifer are great examples of Dickey’s franchise owners who understand the importance of community involvement,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.&nbsp; “We’re thrilled to have happy franchisees expanding in their hometowns.”
Thursday, the party kicks off with the first 50 guests receiving gift cards worth up to $50. 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 radio station K99. Guests can grab a bargain with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a> from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. One lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners will receive free barbecue for a year.
“Greeley's growing and folks are moving here from all over the country. They're looking for good barbecue," said multi-unit owner, Jennifer O’Hara. “Our Dickey's on 23rd Ave has been a hit with the community and we felt that another location on the west side would be a great addition!”
The couple’s new location in Greeley is located in the Northgate Shopping Center at 6628 West 10th St Unit 102 and the number is 970.515.5168. Stay up-to-date with Dickey’s Barbecue in Greeley on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dickeys-Barbecue-Pit-Greeley-CO/245236562185252">Facebook.</a>

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Expands with Second Location in Greeley

(Woodland Hills, CA) Joey Menichini and his family have a long history of working together including a family manufacturing business in downtown Los Angeles. The Menichini’s love for barbecue attracted them to their new family business, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Woodland Hills. On Thursday, February 5 at 11 a.m., the family will open the new fast casual option with a three day grand opening.
“I’m thrilled with the tremendous reception we’ve received in Los Angeles and I look forward to continued growth in the area,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.
Thursday, the first 50 dine in guests receive gift cards worth up to $50. Guests can grab gear on Friday when the new Dickey’s Barbecue offers all day merchandise giveaways. Guests can stop by on Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. for country station 93.1 Jack FM when one lucky winner will be chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners receive free barbecue for a year. Guests also get a deal with <a href="https://www.dickeys.com/menu">$2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches</a>.
“The whole family loves barbecue and we were looking at possible franchise opportunities -- Dickey’s Barbecue was perfect,” said first time owner, Joey Menichini. “We’ve lived in the area for over 30 years and knew there was a real demand for authentic barbecue.”
The Menichinis have plans to open four more locations. The new store in Woodland Hills is located at 21853 Ventura Boulevard and the number is 818.313.9700. Follow along with this location on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dickeyswoodlandhills">Facebook.</a>

New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Woodland Hills is a Family Business

(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>

Score Free Barbecue for a Year at Dickey’s 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:
<ul>
 <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 Swaps Pizza for Pork with New Dickey’s 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 Showcases Family Recipes at Dickey’s 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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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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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Opens First San Diego Location with Event

(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 Attends Grand Opening of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Laguna

(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 Becomes Reality with New Dickey's 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:
<ul>
 <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>
</ul>
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;

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Brings Southern Flavor to The Sunshine State

(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;

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