On Sunday, hundreds of people crowded into the Ellis County Fairgrounds for the Humane Society of the High Plains Soup ‘R Bowl.

The Humane Society served 500 people this year, which was down from last year. However, the event raised more than $7,000, which was more than was raised last year.

“That’s down a bit from last year, but we exceeded the funds raised from last year so we are very pleased!” Alicia Tripler, board member, said.

Money raised goes for the care of the humane society shelter’s animals.

Twelve organizations provided soup or chili for the event.

The winning business this year was Fur is Flying Pet Grooming with chef Bunnie Bowen, who made a Creamy Reuben Soup. Bowen will be the keeper of the Golden Ladle for the next year.