The third annual Squealinâ on the Square BBQ Festival, hosted by the Hopkinsville Parks and Recreation Department, will be firing up on Friday, June 4 at Founders Square. Be prepared once again to be âswined and dined,â when barbecue ribs, chops and chicken takes center stage for the HWEA, HES/EnergyNet and Pennyrile Rural Electric sponsored event. The Parks and Recreation department will host the in-person event this year due to the loosening of COVID-19 restrictions and decrease in COVID-19 cases in the county. This yearâs Squealinâ on the Square competition will feature up to 10 barbecue teams battling for $250, other cash prizes and the coveted Squealinâ trophies in three meat divisions: chicken, ribs and chops.