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Humans have long sought to turn gluttony into a virtue—leading to some remarkable episodes of competitive eating. Here are just a few: A hare-raising appetite: In the 17th century, an English farmer ...

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There will be music, food, contests and fun this weekend at the 42nd Annual SWEPCO Mudbug Madness Festival in Shreveport.