DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 13, 2026--
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit celebrates 85 years of smokin’ Legit. Texas. Barbecue. as several communities across the nation are marking a milestone of their own, 10 years of serving their communities championship style barbecue.
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“At Dickey’s, barbecue has always been about bringing people together,” said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “Celebrating ten years in these communities is a testament to our Franchisees and the loyal guests who continue to support them.”
To mark the brand’s 85th anniversary, guests are invited to stop by their local Dickey’s to enjoy the $8.85 Anniversary Meal Deal and pick up the limited-edition 85th Anniversary Big Yellow Cup, a collectible nod to the brand’s legacy.
“We’re incredibly grateful for the way they represent our brand, and we look forward to celebrating not just this milestone, but 85 more years of serving great barbecue together,” said Roland Dickey Jr., CEO of Dickey’s Capital Group.
“Seeing other Franchisees celebrate 10 years in their communities is something special. With over 20 years with Dickey’s, it’s exciting to watch the next generation of Franchisees reach that same milestone and continue carrying the brand forward,” said David Boisture, Dickey's Franchise Owner in Arlington, Texas.
Additional Dickey’s locations across the country will celebrate 10-year anniversaries in the coming months.
To learn more, follow Dickey’s on Facebook, Instagram. Download the Dickey’s Barbecue Pit app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
About Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.
Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the world’s largest barbecue restaurant brand, was founded in 1941 by World War I Veteran, Mr. Dickey. For the past 85 years, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has served millions of guests Legit. Texas. Barbecue™ alongside their iconic Big Yellow Cup. The Dallas-based barbecue franchise lead by the third generation serves slow-smoked meats and home-style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' for dine-in, drive-thru (select locations) and pick-up. Plus, ‘Cue the catering experts at Dickey’s by dialing the Catering Hotline at +1-866-227-2328 or visiting Dickey’s website to order or get a quote. For more information, visit www.dickeys.com.
Dickey’s restaurants in Kalispell, Montana; Riverview (Tampa), Florida; Lafayette, Louisiana; Spokane Valley, Washington; Odessa-Midland, Texas; Dothan, Alabama; and Hilliard, Ohio, are celebrating a decade of welcoming guests, catering local events, and serving slow-smoked barbecue prepared on-site every day.
CHICAGO (AP) — Aday Mara scored 13 of his 17 points in the second half, helping No. 3 Michigan hold off Bruce Thornton and Ohio State for a 71-67 victory Friday in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals.
Elliot Cadeau had 15 points, seven assists and three steals for Michigan in its fifth consecutive win. Trey McKenney scored 12 points, and Morez Johnson Jr. finished with 11.
Mara anchored a strong defensive effort that shut down Ohio State in the final minutes. It was the first game of the tournament for the top-seeded Wolverines (30-2), while the Buckeyes (21-12) advanced with a 72-69 victory over Iowa on Thursday.
Michigan is going for its second straight Big Ten tourney title and fifth overall. Next up is a semifinal matchup with the winner of the Wisconsin-Illinois game.
Thornton scored 22 points for Ohio State, and Devin Royal had 13. It was the Buckeyes’ third loss of the season against the Wolverines.
Ohio State grabbed its first lead of the game when Royal’s 3-pointer from the top of the key made it 61-60 with 5:40 left.
Mara’s layup lifted Michigan to a 67-64 advantage with 2:56 to go. Royal and Thornton then missed jumpers for Ohio State before Yaxel Lendeborg made a free throw for the Wolverines with 1:24 remaining.
The Buckeyes pulled within two on Royal’s two foul shots in the final seconds, but Lendeborg responded with two free throws to help close it out.
Lendeborg, the Big Ten player of the year, was held to six points. But he also had six assists and five rebounds.
Michigan opened a 29-18 lead on Lendeborg’s fast-break jam over Ohio State’s Christoph Tilly with 6:25 left in the first half, sending a charge through the crowd at the United Center. But Thornton converted a runner in the final seconds, trimming the Wolverines’ advantage to 39-35 at the break.
Thornton scored 13 points in the first half for Ohio State on 5-for-7 shooting, and McKenney had 10 at intermission for Michigan.
Michigan lost to Wisconsin 91-88 on Jan. 10. The Wolverines beat Illinois 84-70 on Feb. 27.
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Michigan center Aday Mara dunks against Ohio State during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the quarterfinals of the Big 10 Conference tournament, Friday, March 13, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Michigan guard Nimari Burnett, right, drives to the basket past Ohio State center Christoph Tilly during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the quarterfinals of the Big 10 Conference tournament, Friday, March 13, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Ohio State center Christoph Tilly, center, battles for a loose ball against guard Gabe Cupps, left, and Michigan guard Roddy Gayle Jr. during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the quarterfinals of the Big 10 Conference tournament, Friday, March 13, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
