There is a growing list of businesses giving away items to active duty and retired military members this week in honor of Veteran's Day (Nov. 11). Here's the list as I know it so far. All offers are good on Nov. 11 only unless otherwise noted.
If you know of another, please share.
*The TCBY stores in Eastgate Shopping Center on U.S. 15-501 and in the Homestead Market shopping center on N.C. 54 in Durham are giving away a free cup or cone for active duty and veterans.
*Cold Stone Creamery stores in Apex, Cary, Durham, Garner, Brier Creek and Smithfield will ofer a free Like It Signature Creations for all veterans. Veteran's ID card is required.
*Vets eat free at Applebee's on Veteran's Day. (ID required)
*Uno Chicago Grill is offering a free entree or individual pizza to veterans or active duty with the purchase of an item of equal or greater value. You need to either go in uniform or bring a photo of yourself in uniform.
*On Monday, Nov. 16, Golden Corral restaurants nationwide will host their annual dinner for veterans from 5 to 9 p.m. Any person who is or has served in a United States Military branch, including the National Guard and Reserves, is invited to attend.
*And one for everyone: Triangle Zaxby's stores will be hosting a sock drive for soldiers. Guests who donate a package of new athletic socks for the troops will receive a free Nibbler sandwich.
