The Willette Volunteer Fire Department in Red Boiling Springs, TN, will host the 4th Annual Benefit Coon Hunt for Jude’s Hallelujah Story on Saturday, November 28, 2026. The event aims to raise funds for Jude Thayer McCaleb, who was diagnosed with the rare genetic disorder MPS1 four years ago, following years of testing, specialists’ visits, and prayers.
The hunt will feature a $1000 first-place prize, with a $50 entry fee per cast. Participants can increase their chances by bringing in a coon, which earns them an additional entry for the cash prize. Sign-up runs from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., and the hunt deadline is set for 11 p.m. Winners must be present to claim their prizes.
All proceeds from the event will go directly to support Jude’s ongoing medical journey. His treatment includes regular enzyme infusions at home and frequent visits to Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. Funds raised will help the family cover expenses associated with his condition.
For more information, call 615-735-7817 or 615-735-7796.
