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IA SR102
Resolution
Status
1/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Charlie McClintock
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AI Summary
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Iowa Senate honors Thyron Mathews of Oelwein, Iowa, a barbecue chef and pitmaster who competed on the Food Network reality television cooking competition BBQ Brawl, hosted by Bobby Flay, Antonia Lofaso, and Maneet Chauhan
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Mathews attended Upper Iowa University where he played college football and began cooking barbecue for teammates, later earning a criminal justice degree and working as jail administrator at the Fayette County Sheriff's Office
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Started a catering business with his wife Terrishane Mathews that evolved into a full-scale barbecue operation, winning 16 Grand Championships and "Best in Show" at the Iowa State Fair two consecutive years
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Previously gained national recognition by winning Netflix's competition show Barbecue Showdown
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Resolution introduced by Senators McClintock and Zumbach extends best wishes for continued success in his culinary career
Legislative Description
A resolution honoring and congratulating barbecue chef and pitmaster Thyron Mathews for his appearance as a competitor on the reality television cooking competition BBQ Brawl.
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Rules and Administration. S.J. 113.
1/20/2026