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Fatal Crash in Richland County

Mansfield – The Ohio State Highway Patrol, Mansfield Post, is investigating a one vehicle crash involving a 2016 blue Ford F-150 driven by Gearold L. Smith age 82 of Mansfield.

The crash occurred on October 20, 2023 at approximately 5:23PM, when Smith was traveling westbound on State Route 430 and failed to negotiate a curve.

Smith traveled off the right side of the road, over-corrected and traveled off the left side of the road striking a tree.

Smith was transported by EMS to Ohio Health Mansfield Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

State Route 430 was temporarily closed during the crash investigation but is now open for vehicular travel.

Mifflin Twp. Fire and EMS, and Valley’s towing assisted at the scene.

The crash remains under further investigation at this time.

Thanking Our Veterans: Business That Are Giving Free Meals on Veterans Day 2023

According to veteran.com these restaurants are offering veterans free meals on Veterans Day, November 11th to honor members of the military,

 

If I missed any local business please let me know and I will update this list.

 
Local List:

Applebee’s Veterans Day Free Meal

Veterans and active-duty military can select a free meal from a limited menu on Veterans Day. Proof of service is required.

Bob Evans Veterans Day Deal

Bob Evans Restaurants is honoring our nation’s veterans and active duty military personnel with a free meal on Veterans Day. Guests who dine in at their local Bob Evans Restaurant on Veterans Day can choose from one of 10 farm-fresh breakfast items from a special menu available all day.

Buffalo Wild Wings Veterans Day Deal

All day on Veterans Day, veterans and active-duty military who dine in at their local B-Dubs can receive a free order of boneless wings and a side of fries. At participating U.S. locations only.

Cracker Barrel Military Appreciation Month Deal

During military family appreciation month, Cracker Barrel will offer in-store specials on Veterans Day for military veterans and promotions throughout November to support military families in partnership with Operation Homefront. On Veterans Day, veterans can receive a free slice of double fudge Coca-Cola cake with their meal.

Free adult buffet with valid active-duty or retired military ID on Veterans Day.
 
All active, non-active or retired military personnel at all participating Denny’s restaurants nationwide will receive a free build-your-own grand slam breakfast on Veterans Day 5 a.m.-noon. Diners must show ID to receive this offer.
 
 
On Veterans Day, veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free donut at Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants nationwide, no purchase necessary.

Friendly’s Veterans Day Deal

Friendly’s is treating veterans and active military, with a valid military ID or honorable discharge card, to a free all-American meal for lunch or dinner, which consists of the all-American burger, served with a side of fries and a drink on Veterans Day.

Golden Corral Military Appreciation Night
On Monday, November 13, 2023, from 5pm to close, active and former military members are invited for Military Appreciation Night, where they can receive a complimentary meal. This offer is for dine-in only.
 
IHOP Veterans Day Deal
All active duty and veterans are invited to come in and enjoy free red, white and blue Pancakes on Veterans Day, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
 
 
On Veterans Day, veterans and active military members can receive a free lunch combo, which features four slices of Little Caesars popular Detroit-style deep-dish pizza, paired with a 20-ounce Pepsi product.
 
 
 

McDonald’s Veterans Day Deal

McDonald’s does not have an official military discount, however, some franchise locations may offer a discount at the owner’s discretion. They may offer free meals to military and veterans on Veterans Day.

This Veterans Day, Olive Garden is offering veterans and active-duty service members a free entree from a special menu. All entrees include Olive Garden’s famous breadsticks.
 

This Veterans Day, all military veterans and active service members can enjoy a free bloomin’ onion and Coca-Cola.

 
Perkins is offering military members a free Magnificent Seven Breakfast Meal this Veterans Day.
 

On Veterans Day, to thank veterans, active-duty military and reservists, Red Lobster is offering guests a free Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, Fries, and Coleslaw, featuring six hand-breaded, butterflied and lightly fried shrimp, served with cocktail sauce, as well as crispy French Fries and Coleslaw.

While Subway does not have a specific veterans day offer this year, guests can buy any footlong sub and get one free with the promo code FLBOGO on Subway.com or the Subway app

Texas Roadhouse will distribute meal vouchers from 11 am – 2 pm. Vouchers can be redeemed for a dine in or carry out meal from a select menu. Contact your local Texas Roadhouse for details.

Wendy’s Veterans Day Deal

Wendy’s nationwide are offering active military and veterans a free breakfast combo with valid military ID on Veterans Day. No purchase is necessary.

This list is nationwide in alphabet order.

Complimentary lunch entrée from a select menu to all veterans and active-duty military on Veterans Day.

Veterans and active-duty military and their families receive free drinks.

This Veterans Day, 54th Street Grill & Bar offers a $10 discount on any entrée to veterans and active duty military personnel. This offer is valid on Friday, November 11, 2022, for dine-in customers only. It cannot be combined with other discounts. Patrons are asked to provide proof of service and mention the discount code, “Veterans Day” to receive this discount.

Get a free coffee or Big Gulp on Veterans Day. Download the 7-eleven app and sign in or register.

The Exchange will feature one-day-only specials on Veterans Day, including a free coffee for all shoppers at Express and participating Exchange restaurant locations. The Exchange will also feature deals in stores and online at ShopMyExchange.com.

Free house drip coffee for active duty military and veterans.

Veterans and active-duty service members will receive a free kids scoop this Veterans Day.

On Veterans Day, active and retired military and veterans can receive a FREE Patriot French Toast and coffee.

Veterans and active military personnel receive 5 free wings on Veterans Day.

Veterans and active-duty military can select a free meal from a limited menu on Veterans Day. Proof of service is required.

All military with valid ID cards get 50% off admission on Veterans Day.

On Veterans Day, all veterans and active-duty military can get up to a 24-ounce drink for free.

Active-duty military and veterans with a valid ID can choose a free item from a special menu on Veterans Day at participating locations. The menu includes Arooga’s buffalo pretzel, chopped or caesar salad, cheeseburger, grilled cheese and bacon with creamy tomato basil soup, spicy Italian wrap, boneless wings and original boli.

On Veterans Day, all veterans and active-duty military can select from a complimentary menu, from 11 a.m. to close.

Complimentary meal from a special menu for veterans and active-duty military! Offer available from open to close on Veterans Day.

Atlas Group restaurants offer 50% discount for active military and military veterans on Nov. 11. Restaurants include The Admiral’s Cup, Azumi, Bygone, The Choptank, The Elk Room, Harbor East, Italian Disco, Loch Bar, Maximon, Monarque, Ouzo Bay, Ouzo Beach and Tagliata.

Au Bon Pain is thanking all veterans and active military by offering them a FREE breakfast sandwich and small drip coffee on Veterans Day.

Free cup of coffee for veterans and active duty.

On Veterans Day, 11 a.m.-4 p.m, veterans and active-duty service members receive a free Big Daddy’s all-American burger with cheese and a small side (fries, tots, chips, or sweet potato fries) with valid military ID. In-person only.

Active, nonactive, reservists, retired personnel and first responders with proof of military identification get one Great American Cheeseburger and fries on Veterans Day.

Veterans and active duty get a free budget-buster meal on Veterans Day.

On Veterans Day, Louie Nation is offering a free craft burger or flatbread of your choice to all active or retired military.

Veterans will receive a FREE Signature Stir-Fry Bowl or Create Your Own Bowl when they dine-in on Veterans Day.

Free meal for veterans with a purchase of equal or greater value up to $12 on Veterans Day.

Free pretzel for veterans and active military on Veterans Day.

BIBIBOP is giving all veterans and active-duty military a free bowl on Veterans Day.

Veterans can come in on Veterans Day with a valid ID and pick up a voucher for a free future meal. Participating locations only. Limit 200 per store.

On Veterans Day, Biggby Coffee will be offering free brewed coffee for veterans.

Veterans and active military can enjoy a free pulled pork or chicken sandwich, one regular side and a regular drink. Offer good for dine-in and carryout only. Valid only on Veterans Day. Must mention this special and show your military, veteran’s card or any apparel that indicates your veterans or active military status.

On Veterans Day, all service members can enjoy a complimentary meal plus a free Dr. Pepper by presenting a military ID or proof of service.

Black Angus Steakhouse is proud to support the military community and honor those that have served. Active military, veterans and their spouses enjoy a 15% discount when you dine – in at our restaurants.

FREE steak dinner for veterans and active-duty military. Dine-in guests only, proof of service required.

Bob Evans Restaurants is honoring our nation’s veterans and active duty military personnel with a free meal on Veterans Day. Guests who dine in at their local Bob Evans Restaurant on Veterans Day can choose from one of 10 farm-fresh breakfast items from a special menu available all day.

Bombshells Restaurant & Bar locations will provide free entrees for veterans and active duty service members on Veterans Day. Accompanying family members will receive a 20% discount.

Veterans and active duty military can receive a complimentary Bang Bang Shrimp AND non-alcoholic beverage on Veterans Day.

Current and former military service members can each get a complimentary burger in a bag on Veterans Day.

Break Time will give all veterans a free fountain drink or coffee on Veterans Day.

Veterans can grab a free medium fresh-brewed hot or iced coffee with their breakfast on Veterans Day.

All day on Veterans Day, veterans and active-duty military who dine in at their local B-Dubs can receive a free order of boneless wings and a side of fries. At participating U.S. locations only.

Veterans and active military with valid ID will receive three free tenders and a drink on Veterans Day at participating locations. Valid for dine-in only.

On Veterans Day all active-duty military members and veterans with a valid ID can get a free meal at participating locations.

On Veterans Day, veterans can stop by for a free 16-ounce brewed coffee.

All veteran and active-duty service members will get a free meal on Veterans Day.

All veterans can get a free individual value meal on Veterans Day.

Calhoun’s Veterans Day Deal

All veterans and members of the Armed Forces can enjoy a free lunch on Veterans Day.

On Veterans Day, California Dreaming is honoring military veterans and active military with 50% off of an entree.

On Veterans Day, all veterans or active-duty military personnel will be able to select a free entrée from a special Veterans Day menu including pizza, salads and pasta. Please come in uniform or bring your military ID or other proof of service.

Veterans and active-duty military can receive a complimentary meal on Veterans Day.

FREE small brewed coffee for veterans, active-duty military and their spouse.

Casey’s is asking its guests to salute their support for our country’s service members, past and present, and their families by rounding up their purchases at Casey’s registers to benefit Hope For The Warriors (HOPE) and Children of Fallen Patriots. Additionally, service members past and present can receive a free cup of freshly brewed coffee by visiting their local Casey’s store on Veterans Day.

CC’s Coffee House Veteran’s Day Deal

Free tall brewed coffee for all veterans and active military this Veterans Day. (Participating locations only.)

Champps Kitchen and Bar Veterans Day Deal

Veterans and active-duty military get a FREE meal ($15-value). Champps will also hand out a $5 bonus card to all veterans and active military members.

Veterans will receive a free meal on Veterans Day with a valid military I.D.

Some participating Chick-fil-A locations may offer specials or discounts. Check your local Chick-fil-A to confirm.

Chicken Salad Chick is offering a FREE meal to all Veteran’s and active-duty Military on Veteran’s Day. This offer is valid at all Chicken Salad Chick locations for service members in uniform or those with a valid military ID.

All veterans and active-duty military personnel can choose a complimentary meal from a select menu on Veterans Day.

Active, retired and former military service personnel with valid military IDs can get 20% off entrees on Veterans Day.

Free adult buffet with valid active-duty or retired military ID on Veterans Day.

Circle K is offering all veterans and active military with a free medium coffee on Veterans Day.

Veterans who show valid ID may receive a free entrée from a special menu and a $5 bounce-back card for the next visit. This offer is valid for dine-in only at participating restaurants.

On Veterans Day, all active, reserve, former and retired military and national guardsmen can enjoy a free chicken dinner. A guest can get a half-price meal.

All veterans and active-duty military receive a free slice of pie with proof of service. Plus buy one, get one free entrée for breakfast, lunch or dinner on Veterans Day. Coco’s offers a 10% military discount to all active duty and retired military members every day for in-store purchases.

Veterans eat free on Veterans Day 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free entrée valid for all active, former or retired military when ordering from the Veterans Day menu.

Veterans and active duty may enjoy a free chicken fried steak or chicken fried chicken on Veterans Day.

Free country scramble for active and retired military on Veterans Day at participating locations.

During military family appreciation month, Cracker Barrel will offer in-store specials on Veterans Day for military veterans and promotions throughout November to support military families in partnership with Operation Homefront. On Veterans Day, veterans can receive a free slice of double fudge Coca-Cola cake with their meal.

Veterans and active-duty military members will receive a free meal on Veterans Day. Craft Republic will additionally hand out a $5 bonus card to all veterans and active military members.

Veterans and active military eat free on Veterans Day.

50% off your entire order for all veterans and active military members. Valid on Veterans Day only at participating locations.

All veterans and active duty military members can receive a free regular combo meal.

Get a free solo one-item pizza and a regular soda for all veterans and active service members on Veterans Day.

Veterans enjoy a free pasta dinner on Veterans Day.

Each veteran who visits any of the seven locations on Veterans Day will receive a dozen tamales and a 32-ounce drink or coffee for free.

All active, non-active or retired military personnel at all participating Denny’s restaurants nationwide will receive a free build-your-own grand slam breakfast on Veterans Day 5 a.m.-noon. Diners must show ID to receive this offer.

Free pulled pork classic sandwich is available this Veterans Day. To redeem in-store, veterans and current military personnel must present a military ID or valid proof of service.

On Veterans Day, veterans and service members can get a free hot coffee and 15% off other products at District Doughnut locations.

Domino C-stores are offering veterans and military service members with valid ID a free drink in honor of Veterans Day.

Veterans and active-duty military will receive a complimentary meal at participating locations on Veterans Day. Drake’s also offers a year-round military discount of 25% off.

All veterans and active-duty service members with IDs can get a free doughnut on Veterans Day at participating Duck Donuts locations.

Duffy’s Sports Grill – Florida

Military veterans and active duty military members can eat free on Veterans Day with the purchase of an additional meal.

Duffy’s Sports Grill Veterans Day Deal

Veterans and active-duty service members eat FREE on Veterans Day.

Dunkin’ Donuts Veterans Day Deal

On Veterans Day, veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free donut at Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants nationwide, no purchase necessary.

East Coast Wings + Grill Veterans Day Deal

On Veterans Day, have a free meal. Available all day, dine-in or takeout.

Free hot or iced coffee of any size with purchase when veterans show their ID inside each bakery location.

Veterans and active military eat free on Veterans Day. Limit $20.

Veterans eat a free taco dinner on Veterans Day. Choose from two Chicken or beef tacos, served with rice and beans.

Emmet’s Social Table Veterans Day Deal

FREE meal ($15-value) for veterans and active-duty military on Veterans Day.

On Veterans Day, all former and current military personnel will receive a free Georgia chopped pork sandwich plus a side. Dine-in or to go.

Farmer Boys Veterans Day Deal

Farmer Boys will be honoring all active, former, and retired military members all day on veterans Day. Check with your local Farmer Boys restaurant for more details.

Active military, veterans, first responders and emergency dispatchers get a 15% discount for life.

Treat a hero to a FREE meal this Veterans Day. Dine with a Veteran or active duty service member and their lunch or dinner is our treat.

Fired Pie offers a free entree to military members in uniform and veterans with valid military IDs on Veterans Day.

Active-duty military and veterans enjoy 50% off their meal, plus an additional 10% off for up to three guests.

Veterans and active military members eat free at the Food City deli on Veterans Day. Bring your military ID card or proof of service with your ValuCard.

50% discount for active duty and retired military personnel and Founding Farmers locations.

This Veterans Day, get a free meal. Dine-in only. Not available at Schaumburg, Illinois, and Arlington Heights, Illinois, locations.

All Veterans and active military personnel who visit Freddy’s on Veterans Day will receive a FREE Freddy’s Original Double with Cheese combo meal card.

FREE chips and dip for veterans and active-duty military on Veterans Day. Choose from queso blanco, guacamole, or salsa.

Veterans get 10 free wings (boneless or traditional) on Veterans Day.

Friendly’s is treating veterans and active military, with a valid military ID or honorable discharge card, to a free all-American meal for lunch or dinner, which consists of the all-American burger, served with a side of fries and a drink on Veterans Day.

Veterans will receive a free small Chef Bowl or Create Your Own Bowl when they dine-in on Veterans Day.

Active military and veterans receive 10% off their table on Veterans Day.

Enjoy a free three-way and drink on Veterans Day. For all who served.

On Monday, November 13, 2023, from 5pm to close, active and former military members are invited for Military Appreciation Night, where they can receive a complimentary meal. This offer is for dine-in only.

Gordon Biersch Brewery Veterans Day Deal

Participating locations will offer veterans and active-duty military a complimentary free entrée from a special menu on Veterans Day.

Graeter’s Ice Cream Veterans Day Deal

This Veterans Day, Graeter’s Ice Cream will offer a free sundae to all veterans and active-duty service members.

Veterans and active-duty military are offered a free lunch and non-alcoholic drink from a special lunch menu on Veterans Day. Available for dine-in, to go, and online ordering from 11 am to 4 pm.

Veterans and active-duty military will receive a free meal at participating locations on Veterans Day. Must show proof of service, and beverages and gratuity are not included in the free meal.

This Veterans Day, Grillsmith offers a complimentary entrée for all veterans and active-duty military members.

All veterans will receive 25% off on Veterans Day.

All active-duty military and veterans get a complimentary entrée, which excludes the Cadillac Wagyu burger. This offer is dine-in only. Please show proof of service, Military ID or be in uniform.

Veterans get a free entrée and $5 towards a future meal this Veterans Day. Offer is only available on items up to $15.

On Veterans Day, all veterans and active-duty with a valid military ID receive a free hamburger, regular fries and a small Pepsi.

Hard Rock Cafe offers active-duty and retired military members a free original Legendary Steak Burger.

Free plate lunch from 11am – 11pm on Veterans Day for veterans, active military, friends & family.

Hickory Tavern is offering veterans and active-duty military a free menu item of their choice, up to $15, on Veterans Day. Also, for every Merica’s burger bought we donate $1 to the Independence Fund.

All Military eat free on Veterans Day from our special Veterans Day menu with beverage purchase.

Free classic burger with cheese for veterans on Veterans Day. Dine-in only.

On November 11, 2023, Hoss’s Steak and Sea House provides veterans and active-duty military a 20% discount on their meal and beverage. This dine-in offer lasts the entire day. Veterans will also receive a voucher for $10 off a $40 purchase for a future visit after dining with us.

Receive a free medium panini when you show a military or veterans’ ID on Veterans Day.

Receive a free entrée from a select menu on Veterans Day with proof of veteran status or active service in the military.

Huddle House is offering a free MVP breakfast platter to all active military members and veterans with proper ID on Veterans Day.

Treat a veteran or active military member with proper ID to a free meal for one when you purchase a meal for one and two beverages on Veterans Day.

All veterans and active-duty military receive a complimentary entrée on Veterans Day at participating locations.

On Veterans Day, each veteran will receive a free hot or cold fountain drink at any Hutch’s location.

Enjoy a free curbside pickup breakfast for veterans and active military members on Veterans Day 6 a.m.-10 a.m.

All active duty and veterans are invited to come in and enjoy free red, white and blue Pancakes on Veterans Day, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

Enjoy a free meal at Ikea on Veterans Day at participating locations. Military ID required.

Veterans eat free on Veterans Day when they present their ID. Year-round discount : All veterans, active duty military & reserve personnel get 10% off entire purchase.

Veterans and active military can enjoy a free six-pack in-store with any purchase on Veterans Day (just show military ID in-store to redeem).

 
 
 

Iron Hill Brewery Veterans Day Discount

Complimentary sandwich or burger served with a NA beverage on Veterans Day. Veterans receive 10% off everyday

On Veterans Day, those who served receive a free meal.

On Veterans Day, America’s military veterans, retirees and active-duty personnel can order 50% off menu-priced pizzas with a military ID. Pick up orders only. Not available online.

On Veterans Day, all veterans can enjoy 20% off. Valid for parties up to four.

All veterans, active duty and reservists get a free meal of two jumbo tenders, one southern side, dippin’ sauce and drink on Veterans Day.

Jubilee Joe’s is offering all active-duty military and veterans 20% off their meal on Veterans Day.

This Veterans Day, all veterans and active military will receive a free 20-ounce classic smoothie.

Free dessert with the presentation of your military ID on Veterans Day. Offer valid 11 a.m. to closing. Dine-in or takeout.

Military members and veterans can get a free meal from a select menu on Veterans Day.

Veterans and active-duty military members get a free meal from a select menu on Veterans Day.

Enjoy one free kolache (any kind) and one cup of freshly brewed Katz coffee (any size) on Veterans Day. All veterans and active military with government-issued military photo ID or DD 214 are eligible.

On Veterans Day, a doughnut and coffee will be on the house.

On Veterans Day, veterans receive free coffee at Kwik Fill locations.

Free donut and a 12-ounce coffee for all veterans and active military on Veterans Day.

Free original roast beef sandwich for active and retired members of the armed forces on Veterans Day.

Little Caesars Pizza Veterans Day Deal

On Veterans Day, veterans and active military members can receive a free lunch combo, which features four slices of Little Caesars popular Detroit-style deep-dish pizza, paired with a 20-ounce Pepsi product.

Long Doggers Veterans Day Discount

On Nov. 11, Long Doggers will give away four free Long Dog platters for the month of November. Pick up your honor card on Veteran’s Day to use throughout the month.

Lucille’s Smokehouse BBQ Veterans Day Deal

All veterans and active-duty military will receive one complimentary personal size meal and a $10 bonus card for future use. The personal size meal options are: pulled pork sandwich + one side, bbq chicken salad, southern fried chicken + one side, or pulled pork plate + one side. Offer valid for dine in or takeout (excludes online ordering). Bonus card offer while supplies last.

This Veterans Day all Veterans and active-duty military personnel can receive a free entrée up to $20.

This Veterans Day, all veterans and active military receive a free mom’s ricotta meatballs + spaghetti with military ID.

All military veterans and active military can receive 25% off for their entire table this Veteran’s Day.

Margarita’s Mexican Restaurant

All veterans and active-duty military personnel receive 50% off their entrée. Valid for dine-in only with valid military ID.

For Veterans Day, Maverik offers veterans and active military personnel a complimentary hot beverage, including any size coffee, cappuccino, tea, and hot cocoa with the purchase of a donut.

 
On Veterans Day, participating Max & Erma’s locations celebrate veterans and active military personnel with a free cheeseburger, endless fries, fountain drink and a chocolate chip cookie.
 

Veterans and Gold Star families (parents and spouses) can enjoy a half-priced lunch or dinner at McCormick and Schmick’s on Veterans Day.

McDonald’s does not have an official military discount, however, some franchise locations may offer a discount at the owner’s discretion. They may offer free meals to military and veterans on Veterans Day.

Veterans and active-duty military are offered a free meal on Veterans Day, from a special menu.

Veterans eat for free on Veterans Day at select Melting Pot locations with the purchase of regular-priced four-course meals. Veterans must show military IDs. Military Appreciation Mondays: Our way of saying “thank you” to those who serve in our military. We welcome veterans, active, retired, spouses and dependents to enjoy 20% off their food bill on Mondays. Must show a military ID to receive discount

On Veterans Day, all veterans and military personnel with a military ID or proof of service will receive a free six-ounce frozen yogurt any time of day.

Veterans and active-duty military will receive 50% off a meal of their choosing on Veterans Day. Metro Diner offers a 10% discount on the check of all uniformed first responders and active or retired members of the military. Thank you for your service!

Mimi’s Cafe is offering 20% off for veterans and their families.

Veterans will receive a free sandwich on Veterans Day.

On Veterans Day, active-duty military and veterans can buy one MOD-size pizza or salad and get one MOD-size pizza or salad free with proof of military service.

All current and former military members enjoy 20% off on Veterans Day. Valid for parties up to four. Must show valid ID.

Enjoy 15% off any large pizza this Veterans Day.

All veterans and active-duty military are invited to enjoy a free menu item (up to $11.99) on Veterans Day.

Nekter Juice Bar, now with 180 locations across the country, is giving Free 16 oz Juices and Smoothies to Veterans and Active Duty Military all day long at participating locations.

On Veterans Day, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., veterans and active military can receive a free entrée from a special Veterans Day menu with the purchase of any other entrée. Dine-in only.

Veterans can grab a free medium fresh-brewed hot or iced coffee with their breakfast on Veterans Day.

All active and retired military service members are invited to enjoy a free meal from O’Charley’s. Veterans can choose from O’Charley’s “veterans thank you menu” all day on Veterans Day simply by showing their military IDs. Restaurant participation may vary by location. O’Charley’s also offers a military discount of 10% off all year long.

This Veterans Day, Olive Garden is offering veterans and active-duty service members a free entree from a special menu. All entrees include Olive Garden’s famous breadsticks.

This Veterans Day, veterans, retired and active-duty military will receive a free pick-two combo meal.

On Veterans Day, all veterans and active-duty military can enjoy half off a cup of froyo.

Otter’s Chicken Veterans Day Deal

Otter’s will offer service members and spouses of military members a complementary meal on Veterans Day.

This Veterans Day, all military veterans and active service members can enjoy a free bloomin’ onion and Coca-Cola.

50% off pizzas for all veterans and active military members. Valid on Veteran’s Day only at participating locations

This Veterans Day, all Veterans and active-duty military get a free full-size entrée and fountain drink. Offer is available for dine-in or takeout.

Free drip coffee or tea to members of our U.S. military and veterans on Veterans Day.

Perkins is offering military members a free Magnificent Seven Breakfast Meal this Veterans Day.

Free pork chop dinner for U.S. active military and veterans on Veterans Day Eve and Veterans Day with the purchase of another entrée.

Receive a complimentary meal and drink on Veterans Day.

All active-duty military, veterans and reservists with proof of service can enjoy a complimentary meal from a select menu that includes a beverage on Veterans Day, at any participating Country Pride or Iron Skillet restaurant nationwide.

On Veterans Day, get a free personal pizza at participating locations. Dine-in only.

All active-duty and retired military veterans get a free breakfast including a coffee. The offer is available via the app.

Participating Pizza Inn locations offer free buffets and other deals for active and retired military members on Veterans Day.

Free meal (entree, side and non-alcoholic beverage) when veterans and active military show their ID at any Pluckers location.

Veterans and active duty military receive a free classic sandwich on Veterans Day.

Veterans receive a free 20-ounce beverage and one-ounce bag of chips when you purchase a Primo-size hoagie on Veterans Day.

All military veterans, active duty and Reservist service members receive free or discounted meals (up to $15), plus a free nonalcoholic beverage at participating locations on Veterans Day.

On Veterans Day, veterans enjoy a free Big Q or coffee.

Retired and active military receive a free shareable meal today when you dine in on Veterans Day.

Veterans and active-duty military get a free dessert pizza or cheesy bread with the purchase of an entrée on Veterans Day.

Each military veteran or active service member will receive a free meal on Veterans Day from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

On Veterans Day, to thank veterans, active-duty military and reservists, Red Lobster is offering guests a free Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, Fries, and Coleslaw, featuring six hand-breaded, butterflied and lightly fried shrimp, served with cocktail sauce, as well as crispy French Fries and Coleslaw.

Veterans and active-duty military get a free Red’s Tavern Double when dining in on Veterans Day. This classic burger also comes with free refills of Bottomless Steak Fries.

Rise Cup Coffee locations offer service members and veterans with a valid military ID a free drink on Veterans Day.

Rock & Brews is offering all active-duty military, veterans and first responders a free pulled pork sandwich or strawberry fields salad on Veterans Day at participating locations nationwide.

All veterans can enjoy a free entrée from a select Veterans Day menu on Veterans Day.

Veterans eat free with the purchase of at least one adult full-size Rodizio meal. Must show proof of service to receive a discount. Dates may vary by location. Please call ahead or check website.

Stop by your local Roy Rogers for a free Uncle Ralph’s brownie with any purchase for veterans on Veterans Day at participating locations. Veterans also receive a 10% discount every day of the year.

S & B Burger Joint – Oklahoma

Military veterans and active-duty service members with valid ID can enjoy a free classic cheeseburger and fries this Veterans Day.

Sagebrush is saluting Veterans by selling ribbons at all locations. A $10 donation will help provide a Holiday Meal Package to one of many Veteran families.

Get a free pizza on Veterans Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The offer is valid for dine-in, curbside pickup and pickup only.

Free twelve-oz. cup of liquid courage dark roast on Veterans Day.

Veterans and active-duty service members with a valid military ID get free chips and a small drink with an entree purchase at participating locations, in-store only.

Veterans receive a free drink on Veterans Day.

Military personnel and veterans will receive a free sandwich combo meal at participating Shane’s Rib Shack locations.

Free slice of pie, and buy-one-get-one-free entrée for all current and former military on Veterans Day. Valid for dine-in and takeout only.

On Veterans Day, veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free meal plus a free car wash at all Sheetz locations.

Shoney’s says thank you to America’s heroes by offering a free breakfast to all veterans and active-duty military members on Veterans Day until 11 a.m.

Veterans and service members can receive a free Garage Burger on Veterans Day. Present your military or veteran ID card to receive one free Garage Burger or 20% off a call-in to-go order.

Veterans and active-duty military personnel are offered a free entrée up to $45 in value on Veterans Day. An empty table will be set to remember the fallen who never returned home.

Veterans and active-duty military get a free double classic smash on Veterans Day.

 Free desserts on Veterans Day, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. for active-duty and retired military members.

One free breakfast taco from 7a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Smoothie King Veterans Day Deal

Free 20-ounce smoothie with a military ID on Veterans Day.

All active military and veterans receive a free seven-inch nonspecialty sandwich. This in-store offer is only available on Veterans Day.

On Veterans Day, veterans and active-duty military can receive a free Pork Big Deal.

On Veterans Day, active-duty service members, veterans and military spouses are invited to enjoy a free tall (12-ounce) hot or iced coffee.

Free two slices of cheese pizza and a fountain drink.

Veterans and active duty military can enjoy a free pulled pork sandwich and fries all day on Veterans Day.

While Subway does not have a specific veterans day offer this year, guests can buy any footlong sub and get one free with the promo code FLBOGO on Subway.com or the Subway app

Sweet Buzz Bean & Bistro is giving active-duty military, veterans and their spouses a free coffee on Veterans Day.

TA Stopping Centers Veterans Day Deal

All active-duty military, veterans and reservists with proof of service can enjoy a complimentary meal from a select menu that includes a beverage on Veterans Day, at any participating Country Pride or Iron Skillet restaurant nationwide.

Taco Cabana Veterans Day Deal

All veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free ground beef or shredded chicken taco on Veterans Day and on the second Tuesday of every month.

Taco John’s Veterans Day Deal

On Veterans Day, all active, reserve, retired and honorably discharged members of the U.S. military can get a free small beef #1 combo meal by redeeming the offer in the Taco John’s app

On Veterans Day, all active, inactive and retired military personnel can get a free meal and a Sam Adams pint while supplies last.

First six-ounces are free for veterans and active military on Veterans Day.

Texas de Brazil

Veterans receive 25% off dinner for Veterans Day.

Texas Roadhouse Veterans Day Free Meal

Texas Roadhouse will distribute meal vouchers from 11 am – 2 pm. Vouchers can be redeemed for a dine in or carry out meal from a select menu. Contact your local Texas Roadhouse for details.

The Greene Turtle Veterans Day Deal

Veterans can enjoy a free meal (up to $13) on Veterans Day.

The Lab: Bakery & Coffee Bar Veterans Day Deal

The Lab: Bakery & Coffee Bar is offering a free cup of coffee + slice of vanilla pound cake for service members & veterans.

All veterans and active-duty military members receive a free entree and non-alcoholic beverage with a valid military I.D. this Veterans Day.

Active military and veterans will receive 50% off all adult entrées with a valid ID on Veterans Day. The offer is valid for in-store and takeout orders. Orders may also be placed online on the Tijuana Flats rewards app.

Veterans and active-duty military can eat free from a select Veterans Day menu on Veterans Day.

Veterans and active U.S. military members can enjoy a complimentary taco and beverage from a select Veterans Day menu on Veterans Day.

This Veterans Day, all active-duty military and veterans are offered a complimentary meal at participating locations.

Free churrasco meal with the purchase of another churrasco meal (or a half-price meal available for veterans dining solo). Plus, post a selfie at Tucano’s and get a free dessert certificate.

In honor of Veterans Day, all veterans, active-duty military and reservists can eat for free from a select menu on Veterans Day.

Free medium coffee or cappuccino at any TXB location.

On Veterans Day, all past and present military members get a free entrée.

FREE batch brew with any purchase.

Free V.I.B. breakfast on Veterans Day.

Free coffee for veterans, active duty and family members on Veterans Day.

Veterans can enjoy a free coffee on Veterans Day.

Wendy’s nationwide are offering active military and veterans a free breakfast combo with valid military ID on Veterans Day. No purchase is necessary.

On Veterans Day, White Castle offers veterans and active military members a free Combo Meal or Breakfast Combo Meal with a military ID.

On Veterans Day, Wienerschnitzel is offering a free chili dog with a small fry and a small Pepsi to veterans and active-duty service members. Bring your military ID or dress in a uniform.

Get a complimentary meal from a select menu (12-piece nuggets, entrée salad, specialty burger or wrap) on Veterans Day.

For all of Military Appreciation Month, Willy’s Mexicana Grill is offering 20% off active-duty and veteran’s purchases.

Show your military ID and get BOGO boneless wings on Veterans Day.

WOB Bar & Kitchen is offering all veterans a free order of 5 traditional wings on Veterans Day.

Yard House Veterans Day Deal Veterans and active-duty military will receive a complimentary appetizer on Veterans Day with a valid military ID. The offer is valid for dine-in only.

On Veterans Day, Yogurtology will offer a free five-ounce frozen yogurt to all veterans and active military personnel who visit one of its locations.

At participating locations only, on Veterans Day, get free boneless wings for all current and former military members.

Veterans and active-duty military get a free 16-ounce drink on Veterans Day at all Ziggi’s Coffee locations.

35 Years of Stitching Stories: Old Uniontown Quilt Guild Celebrates Milestone Anniversary

Celebrating 35 years of Quilting

OLD UNIONTOWN QUILT GUILD

33rd Quilt Show 2023

Friday October 27, 2023 – 9:00-5:00

Saturday, October 28, 2023- 9:00-4:00

Ashland County Fairgrounds, Mozelle Hall

2042 Claremont Ave, Ashland, OH

Raffling 2 Bed Size Quilts

Raffling a Babylock Sewing Machine from

Pins & Needles, Middleburg Ht, OH

Please enjoy our quilt exhibit, vendors and free demonstrations.

Admission $5.00 each-12 and under free

Handicap Accessible

For more information contact

Deb Armstrong – e:mail : armstrong0731@msn.com or

Marcia Puster – e-mail: donmarcrafts1@yahoo.com

Ashland Youth Wrestling 1st Annual Detergent Sale

The JAWS Program is having their first annual uScore Fundraising Detergent sale. We will deliver before Thanksgiving weekend. You can mail-in your pre-order form below with payment or us the QR code to fill out online. Pay by check, venmo, or cash. All pre-orders should be received by November 1st. The uScore detergent comes in 5 gal buckets, is comparable to name brands.

 

 

 

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Fur-Babies Move to a New Home

Ashland County Dog Warden Joe Eggerton, employees, and volunteers moved all the dogs out of the old Ashland County Dog Shelter into the new Ashland County Dog Shelter today.

Sourcing and procurement expert to present Heffern Lecture on Nov. 20

ASHLAND, Ohio – Bruce McQuillen, a partner in Cross Country’s Coupa practice, will be the featured speaker at Ashland University’s Gordon E. Heffern Lecture on Christian Ethics in Business on Monday, Nov. 20, at the John C. Myers Convocation Center (638 Jefferson St.). Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for the event, with the program staring at 12:05 p.m. It is open to the public, but those interested in attending should RSVP here by Monday, Nov. 6, or email Samantha Coon at scoon@ashland.edu.

McQuillen has 20 years of sourcing and procurement experience, having successfully executed large-scale global transformation projects for Fortune 500 companies. As a partner with Coupa, he is responsible for setting the strategy and enabling his team to help clients capture value with the usage of digital technologies, artificial intelligence, robotics and analytics.

“We are very excited to have Bruce McQuillen on campus speaking at the Heffern Lecture,” stated Dan Fox, dean of the Dauch College of Business and Economics. “With his many professional and leadership accomplishments, this will provide an exceptional educational opportunity for students and leaders in the community.”

Prior to joining CrossCountry, McQuillen led the digital procurement practice at Deloitte where he was a founding member of the SAP Ariba and Coupa practices. He fostered the growth of the practice through proactive collaboration with software companies, forging alliances and promoting co-development initiatives. He has in-depth functional and technical experience in understanding all aspects of the sourcing and procurement lifecycle, from budget to pay, across multiple industries and sectors.

The annual Gordon E. Heffern Lecture on Christian Ethics in Business is an event in which guest speakers share their experiences in applying Christian ethics in the business world. Friends and family of Heffern have created an endowment at AU, which supports the ongoing lecture series, in partnership with the In His Steps Foundation.

Heffern was a former chairman of the board of the Society Corporation (Key Bank) and president/CEO of The Timken Company, as well as a leader in the philanthropic and civic communities.

Experience an Evening of Musical Magic with Thomas Reed’s Faculty Recital at Ashland University

Thomas Reed of the Ashland University Department of Music will present his annual faculty recital on Sunday, Nov. 5, at 7:30 p.m., in the Elizabeth Pastor Recital Hall at the Center for the Arts (331 College Ave.). The performance is free and open to the public.

Reed, who plays the clarinet and saxophone, will be joined by guest artists Charles Reed (cello) and Kevin Jones (piano). The program will feature compositions by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nikolai Kapustin and Johannes Brahms.

Reed is a professor of music at AU and received the university’s Excellence in Scholarship award in 2012. He is a member of the Akron Symphony Orchestra and the Ashland Symphony Orchestra, and also has performed frequently with the Cleveland Orchestra. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan, a master’s in saxophone performance from the University of Akron and a doctor of musical arts in clarinet performance from the Ohio State University.

Charles Reed is an active teacher and performer in New York City and is a member of Nuova Pratica, an ensemble that focuses on historical improvisation and composition, and La Forza delle stelle, a period-instrument orchestra based in Montclair, N.J. He holds cello degrees from Oberlin Conservatory and the Eastman School of Music and recently completed a master’s from The Julliard School of Music.

Jones is the director of music at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Cleveland Hts., Ohio. A professional organist and choral conductor, he has held similar positions in Columbus, Ohio, Hartford, Conn., and Pelham, N.Y. Jones graduated from AU and later earned a master’s degree in organ and collaborative piano from the Cleveland Institute of Music.

The Hunt Begins: Meet the Fugitives of the Week for October 16, 2023

Fugitives of the Week October 16, 2023

Dezden FultzDezden Fultz Age: 33
White / Male / 5’ 8” / 170 lbs. / Brown Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals and Ohio Department of Corrections for tampering with evidence.
Ties to Mansfield.

 
 

Kristen NickelsonKristen Nickelson Age: 30
White / Female / 5’8” / 160 lbs. / Blond / Blue
Wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office on the charge of illegal conveyance.
Ties to the Bucyrus area.

 
 

Calvin BrooksCalvin Brooks Age: 52
Black / Male / 5’8” / 225 lbs. / Black Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office on a probation violation on the original charge of aggravated burglary (F1).
Ties to the Mansfield area.

 
 

Gage TrussellGage Trussell (Swoape) Age: 19
White / Male / 6’1’’ / 136 lbs. / Brown Hair / Hazel Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office on the charge of strangulation.
Ties to the Mansfield area.

 

Reward money is available for information directly leading to an arrest. Anyone with information concerning any of these fugitives can contact the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force office at 419-774-3565 or the tip line at 1-866-4WANTED (1-866-492-6833) or you can send a web tip at the following webpage http://www.usmarshals.gov/district/oh-n/index.html.

Tipsters may remain anonymous, and a cash reward may be available. The Task Force’s “Dangerous Dozen” fugitives can be viewed at https://www.usmarshals.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/dangerous-dozen.pdf, which is updated monthly.

The NOVFTF Akron Division consists of the following federal, state and local agencies:

United States Marshals Service, Mansfield Police Department, Ohio Adult Parole Authority, Richland County Probation, Richland County Sheriff’s Office, Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, Bucyrus Police Department, Galion Police Department, Huron County Sheriff’s Office, Lexington Police Department, Loudonville Police Department, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ontario Police Department, Plymouth Police Department, Willard Police Department and Crestline Police Department.

Cattle Trailer Fire Shuts Down I-71 in Ashland County

Mifflin Township – On Sunday, October 15, 2023, at approximately 9:54 PM, the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Ashland Post responded to a trailer fire on Interstate Route 71 northbound at the Ashland and Richland County line.

 

 

The fire involved the right rear tire assembly of a cattle transporter semi-trailer loaded with approximately 37 cattle.

Two of the cattle died as a result of the fire. Interstate Route 71 northbound was reduced to one lane for approximately 4 hours while the scene was cleared.

There were no reported injuries as a result of the fire.

 

Assisting on scene were the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, Mifflin Township Fire and EMS, the Ohio Department of Transportation and Aber’s Towing

Veterans Day: The Ashland Theater Honors Our Veterans with a Special Free Movie Screening

The Ashland Theatre, Executive Director, Chris Skinner announced today, that on Veteran’s Day, November 11th, all Veterans and one accompanying guest get to enjoy a complimentary showing of “THE GREAT ESCAPE!” Showtime at 2:00pm.

As a way of saying, THANK YOU VETERANS! Not only is the movie free but Popcorn and Beverage will be provided free also, thanks to the Sponsors.

Sponsored by:

American Veterans

Appreciation Events, Inc.
Mayor Matt Miller, City of Ashland

MAKE SURE TO CALL THE THEATRE FOR RESERVATIONS AT 419-281-1515.

The Ashland Theatre

214 Center Street

Ashland, Ohio 44805

419-281-1515

https://theashland.org/

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