Applebees will honor veterans and active-duty U.S. military by offering a free meal from a selection of seven entrees Friday.
Since 2008, Applebees said it has served almost 8 million free meals to veterans and active duty military personnel on Veterans Day. This year all current and former military personnel will also receive a $5 coupon that can be redeemed between Saturday and Nov. 27.
Eligible entrees includeButchers Meat and Potatoes, Oriental Chicken Salad, Fiesta Lime Chicken,Chicken Tenders Platter,Double Crunch Shrimp,Three-Cheese Chicken Penne and American Standard All-In Burger.
In addition, anyone can send messages of gratitude to armed service members at ThankYouMovement.com.
Bartolo Colon "Ageless Wonder" Highlights Pitcher Bartolo Colon of the New York Mets reacts while walking off the mound after giving up a two-run home run in the fourth inning against the Cincinnati Reds during a game at Citi Field on April 26, 2016. (Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
Donald Trump’s plan for first 100 days in office Lafayette, LA -
President elect Donald Trump"s plans on lifting restrictions on the oil and gas industry during his first 100 days in office.
He plans on lifting restrictions as to where companies can drill and on keystone pipeline. trump says his energy plan could bring 50 *trillion* dollars in jobs to the US. "If you take the East Gulf of Mexico, which has largely been off limits for exploration, allow leases to start happening there again, and companies can begin exploring when prices rebound, certainly there"s going to be a boom for investment and jobs and particularly coastal Louisiana, " Gifford Briggs president of the Louisiana Oil & Gas association said. Louisiana oil and gas association president Gifford Briggs said it"s too early to see how much of an impact President-elect Trump"s 100-day plan could bring to Louisiana. He said the state needs to focus on resolving issues at home first.
"One of the things we got to remember is we have our own challenges in Louisiana," Briggs said. "If we"re not attracting investment in Louisiana while we"re actually drilling, producing oil and natural gas in Louisiana then jobs will come back to the industry, but not Louisiana. We have to make sure that our fiscal legal house is set up to attract investment, and we have some work to do in that area."
Briggs said the oil industry has lost nearly 20,000 jobs in the last 2 years and the industry has suffered major monetary loses, but if president-elect trump lifts restrictions it could lead to gains in both areas.
"We"re still dealing with a low-price environment, so anything that he does with regard to taxation that freezes up more capital could lead to more investment," Briggs said. "Certainly, we want Trump to take the steps necessary to encourage investment in the oil and gas industry and get people excited abut producing these great resources we"ve been blessed in, but we need to make sure in Louisiana that we take care of our house first so when those investment dollars do come in, which they will, we can attract those dollars. Not Texas, Oklahoma, North Dakota."
BOISE - Businesses across the Treasure Valley are showing appreciation to our military men and women on Veterans Day by offering up free and discounted services - from food to haircuts to oil changes.
RELATED: Veterans Day event guide
Here is a look at the freebies available to veterans and active duty military members on Friday, Nov. 11:
FOOD & DRINK
Angell"s Bar and Grill-Renato: Veterans will receive a free meal with purchase of meal of equal value.
Applebee"s: Veterans and active duty military members with I.D. can receive a free meal from a limited menu on Veterans Day.
Bonefish Grill: Veterans and active military can kick off their meal with a free Bang Bang Shrimp Appetizer.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Veterans and active duty military will receive a free small order of 10-12 traditional or boneless wings and a side of fries.
California Pizza Kitchen: All veterans or active duty military personnel will be able to select a free entree 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.
Chilis: Veterans and military duty will receive a free entre from a special Veterans Day menu. See the menu here.
Cracker Barrel: Veterans will get a free Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake dessert.
Dennys: All veterans and active-duty military are invited to Build Your Own Grand Slam at Dennys on Veterans Day from 5 a.m. noon. Must show proof of service.
Dickey"s BBQ: Veterans and active military who eat at Dickey"s on Friday will enjoy a free meal which includes a sandwich, side and a Big Yellow Cup, up to a $12 total value. Anyone who dines with a veteran is offered a free Big Yellow Cup with applicable purchase.
Famous Dave"s: In honor of Veteran"s Day, all former and current military personnel will receive a free two meat combo.
Flying Pie Pizzaria: Veterans and active duty militarycan show their military ID to receive a free lunch buffet from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Veterans Day. Valid at Fairview (Boise), Meridian and State Street locations. At the Broadway location, veterans will receive a free fast fire"d lunch pizza between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Golden Corral: On Monday, Nov. 14, from 5 to 9 p.m., Golden Corral offers a free sit-in thank you dinner for Military veterans, retirees, and active duty members.
IHOP: Free stack of red, white and blue pancakes to all veterans and active duty military. Available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Krispy Kreme: On Veterans Day, a free doughnut and small coffee will be given to anyone who identifies themselves as a veteran or active military personnel (no ID required).
Little Caesar"s Pizza: Vets and active duty military will get a free deep dish pizza lunch combo from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Olive Garden: Veterans can choose a free entre from a special menu featuring six Olive Garden favorites on Nov. 11 with proof of military service.
Red Lobster: Veterans and active duty military, and reservists will get a free appetizer or dessert from November 10 - 11. Must show proof of service with military ID card.
Red Robin: All Veterans and active duty military members will get a free Tavern Double Burger and Bottomless Steak fries on Veterans Day. No purchase is necessary. Must show proof of service.
Sizzler: Free lunch and beverage for veterans on Friday until 4 p.m.
Starbucks: Any veteran, active-duty military, and military spouse will be treated to a free tall coffee on Veterans Day.
Texas Roadhouse: Veterans and active military receive a free lunch and drink from a special menu. Must show proof of service.
Tucanos Brazilian Grill: Free meal with the purchase of another meal for veterans and active duty mililary. Veterans dining alone will receive a 50 percent discount. Available Thursday, Nov. 10 through Saturday, Nov. 12.
Twin Peaks: In honor of the holiday, diners with valid military I.D. can choose free food item from the Annual Veterans Day Appreciation Menu.
BOWLING
Big Al"s, Meridian: Free bowling and 50 percent off all burgers for veterans and active duty military
HAIRCUT
Great Clips: Free haircut for veterans and active military on Nov. 11. Customers can also receive a free haircut card to give to a veteran, redeemable through the end of 2015.
SportClips: SportClips will offer free haircuts to all active duty military and veterans with valid ID.
CAR WASH
J"s Ultimate Hand Car Wash: Free car wash for all veterans and military personnel between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Located at 3756 Chinden Boulevard, Boise
Mister Car Wash: Free car wash for all veterans and active duty personnel
OIL CHANGE
For the 16th straight year, three Treasure Valley businesses are teaming up to provide over $5,000 in free oil change services to veterans and active duty military personnel on Veterans Day.
The businesses participating are:
Garry"s Automotive, 2200 S. Cole Road, Boise, 562-1693
Maz-Tech, 3310 W. State Street, Boise, 385-0339
Heritage Auto Repair, 175 N. Linder Road, Meridian, 887-1442
Oil changes will be given by appointment only. Call one of the above locations now to make an appointment.
Meineke Car Car Centers: Veterans can also get a free oil change at Meineke Car Care Centers across the nation. Call ahead and schedule an appointment.
RETAIL
Gordmans: Veterans and active duty military will receive a $10 Gordmans Savings Card with any in-store purchase on Veterans Day. In addition, they will receive 15 percent off their entire purchase. Must show proof of service.
JCPenney: From Nov. 10 - 13, current and former military personnel and their immediate families will receive a 5 percent discount from Nov. 10-13. Can be combined with coupons and special offers. Must show proof of service.
If you are a business offering free or discounted goods or services to veterans and active duty military on Veterans Day and would like to be added to our list, please email tmiller@ktvb.com.
Browns vs. Bengals (Week 7) | Game Highlights | NFL
CLEVELAND -- The records keep falling, but not the way the Cleveland Browns want them to.
Sunday"s 35-10 drubbing at the hands of the Dallas Cowboys was the Browns" ninth loss in nine games this season and 12th in a row, dating back to 2015.
No previous Browns team had ever lost 12 games in row, over one season or two. And the Browns have been playing in the NFL since 1950.
There"s more, as the Browns continue a slide toward NFL ignominy:
Complete 2016 schedule
Statistics
Scoreboard
Standings
The Browns are 0-9 for the first time since 1975, and a loss Thursday in Baltimore would set a team record.
The Browns are 1-19 over their past 20 games, another franchise first.
In 2015 and 2016 they are 3-22.
Since starting the 2014 season 7-4, they are 3-27. Three. And. Twenty-even.
Playing at a competitive level has never seemed so far away.
Dallas won this game in dominant style. The Cowboys are a far better team than the Browns, and their offensive line is one of the game"s best. It showed as Dak Prescott threw three touchdown passes and was barely touched, while running backs Ezekiel Elliott and Alfred Morris combined for 148 yards.
That powerful front controlled the game for Dallas, which rolled up 424 total yards. The Browns helped by three times lining up in the neutral zone -- how does this happen three times in a game? -- and by blowing coverage on all of Prescott"s TD throws.
The Browns opened with a field goal drive and were down 7-3 when they had a field goal try hit off the upright. Aside from a seven-play touchdown drive that made it 21-10 in the final minute of the first half, that was it for the Browns.
As Dallas was adding to its second-half lead, the Browns had 28 yards of offense in the second half -- 6 in the fourth quarter.
Dallas started the game favored and expected to win. That they carried it through with an exclamation point didn"t make it any easier to watch.
Only in Cleveland: The Cleveland Browns since their return to the NFL
CLEVELAND -- The records keep falling, but not the way the Cleveland Browns want them to.
Sunday"s 35-10 drubbing at the hands of the Dallas Cowboys was the Browns" ninth loss in nine games this season and 12th in a row, dating back to 2015.
No previous Browns team had ever lost 12 games in row, over one season or two. And the Browns have been playing in the NFL since 1950.
There"s more, as the Browns continue a slide toward NFL ignominy:
Complete 2016 schedule
Statistics
Scoreboard
Standings
The Browns are 0-9 for the first time since 1975, and a loss Thursday in Baltimore would set a team record.
The Browns are 1-19 over their past 20 games, another franchise first.
In 2015 and 2016 they are 3-22.
Since starting the 2014 season 7-4, they are 3-27. Three. And. Twenty-even.
Playing at a competitive level has never seemed so far away.
Dallas won this game in dominant style. The Cowboys are a far better team than the Browns, and their offensive line is one of the game"s best. It showed as Dak Prescott threw three touchdown passes and was barely touched, while running backs Ezekiel Elliott and Alfred Morris combined for 148 yards.
That powerful front controlled the game for Dallas, which rolled up 424 total yards. The Browns helped by three times lining up in the neutral zone -- how does this happen three times in a game? -- and by blowing coverage on all of Prescott"s TD throws.
The Browns opened with a field goal drive and were down 7-3 when they had a field goal try hit off the upright. Aside from a seven-play touchdown drive that made it 21-10 in the final minute of the first half, that was it for the Browns.
As Dallas was adding to its second-half lead, the Browns had 28 yards of offense in the second half -- 6 in the fourth quarter.
Dallas started the game favored and expected to win. That they carried it through with an exclamation point didn"t make it any easier to watch.
#VETERANS DAY TRIBUTE -- THANKS FOR STEPPING UP Purple Heart recipient Lawrence Repanshek of Fredericksburg, Va., salutes the colors during the Veterans Day ceremony at the Fredericksburg Area War Memorial in Fredericksburg, Va., Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015. (Dave Ellis/The Free Lance-Star via AP)
Veterans Day is Nov. 11 and many businesses and restaurants are honoring those who served their country with freebies, deals and discounts.
Here are some of the best offers for veteran and military personnel. Participation varies by location and most offers require military ID, check with your location before you go.
Veterans Day free meals
Applebee"s-Applebee"s will offer a complimentary meal to veterans on Nov. 11.
Back Yard Burgers -Back Yard Burgers is offering a free Back Yard Classic Burger on Nov. 11 for all active duty service members and veterans who show their military ID or are in uniform. Back Yard Burgers also offers a 20 percent discount to service men and women year-round.
Bar Louie Bar Louie will offer veterans and active military personnel a free app or entre on Nov. 11
Bonefish Grill All active and retired service members with valid military ID will receive a complimentary Bang Bang Shrimp at all Bonefish Grill locations on Nov. 11.
Buffalo Wild Wings Buffalo Wild Wings is offering a free order of wings and side of fries to veterans and active duty military.
Chicken Salad Chicks- Veterans get a freeOriginal Chick mealalong with a drinkat Chicken Salad Chicks on Nov. 11.
Chili"s Chili"s is offering a free entre from a select menu on Nov. 11 for veterans, retirees and active duty personnel.
Chipolte Chilpolte is offering buy one/get one free on burritos, bowls, salad or order of tacos for all active duty, reserves, national guard or retired military, military spouses with ID and veterans. Offer good Nov. 11 from 3 p.m. local time until close.
Chuck E Cheese- Current and former military personnel can gobble down a free personal pizza at Chuck E Cheese on Nov. 11.
Cracker Barrel Cracker Barrel is offering veterans a complimentary slice of its Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake on Nov. 11.
Denny"s Denny"s is offering afree Build Your Own Grand Slam to all active, inactive and retired military personnel on Nov. 11 from 5 a.m. noon.
Freddy"s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Free combo meal coupon for all veterans and active-duty military. Good through Nov. 30.
Golden Corral - Golden Corral is offering veterans a free beverage and buffet meal on Nov. 14 from 5-9 p.m.
Hooters Active-duty and retired military and eligible for a free meal from the Veterans Day Menu on Nov. 11.
IHOP IHOP is offering free Red, White & Blue Pancakes7 a.m.-7 p.m. on Nov. 11 to all veterans and active-duty military personnel.
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Krispy Kreme is offering free breakfast (doughnut and coffee) on Nov. 11. Offer valid dine-in only.
Krystal"s Krystal"s is offering a free sausage biscuit to veterans during breaksfast hours on Nov. 11.
Little Caesar"s Pizza Veterans and active duty military can get a free pizza or $5 Hot-N-Ready Lunch Combo on Nov. 11 between 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Logan"s Roadhouse Logan"s is offering a free entre from its special Veterans Day Menu on Nov. 11. Offer good for veterans and active duty military.
Longhorn Steakhouse - On Veterans Day, LongHorn Steakhouse will offer a free appetizer or dessert (no purchase required, no restrictions) to anyone showing proof of military service. In addition, LongHorn Steakhouse will offer 10 percent off for guests that dine with Veterans on Nov. 11.
O"Charleys - O"Charleys is offering a free meal to all veterans and active duty military personnel.
Olive Garden - On Veterans Day, Olive Garden restaurants will offer a free entre from a special menu to active-duty military and military veterans.
On The Border Mexican Grill and Cantina - On The Border Mexican Grill and Cantina is offering a free Create Your Own Combo with a Choose 2 or Choose 3 on Nov. 11 for all veterans and active duty military personnel.
Outback Steakhouse - Veterans and active duty personnel can get a free Bloomin" Onion and beverage on Nov. 11 and take 15 percent off the entire check from Nov. 12 to Dec. 31.
Red Lobster Red Lobster is offering a free appetizer or free desert to veterans, retired and active-duty military personnel on Nov. 10 and Nov. 11. Veterans, active-duty, retired or reservist military personnel only need to show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem the offer.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews -Red Robin is offering all veterans and active duty military guests a free Red Tavern Double Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries on Nov. 11.
Texas Roadhouse- Texas Roadhouse is offering a free meal to veterans, military retirees and active duty service members on Nov. 11. Diners can choose from one of 10 entrees. Guests must show proof of service such as military or VA card, or discharge papers. The offer is good from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Ruby Tuesday Ruby Tuesday is offering a free appetizer on Nov. 11 for all veterans and active duty personnel.
Shoney"s Shoney"s is offering a free All American Burger to all active-duty and veterans of the military on Nov. 11.
TGI Fridays -TGI Fridays is offering a free lunch for veterans and active duty military personnel on Nov. 11.
Zaxby"s Zaxby"s is offer a free sandwich meal on Nov. 11 to veterans and military personnel.
Parks and recreation
Army Corp of Engineers Recreation Areas -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will waive day use fees for veterans, active and reserve service members, and their families on Nov. 11.
Birmingham Zoo All active and retired military veterans and their dependents will receive free admission on Nov. 11, 12 and 13.
LEGOLAND Florida Veterans get free admission Nov. 1-20, as well as 50 percent off tickets for up to six guests.
National Park Service - The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees for parks on Nov. 11. Active duty military members and their dependents can pick up a free military annual pass at any national park that usually charges a fee. A free lifetime pass is also available to disabled veterans. These passes provide free entrance to more than 2,000 national parks, wildlife refuges, national forests, and other federal recreational areas. More information about the passes can be found here.
Carmike Cinemas Carmike Cinemas is giving a free small popcorn with purchase of a ticket at the box office to anyone with a military ID on Veteran"s Day on Nov. 11. Also in honor of Veteran"s Day, on Friday Nov. 11, the first 100 customers who buy a ticket at the box office to see "Hacksaw Ridge" will receive an American Flag lapel pin on behalf of the film from Lionsgate.
Red Roof Inn - Red Roof Inn is offering 15 percent off stays in the month of November to veterans, active duty military and their families.
Zoo Atlanta - Veteran, active-duty, retired and reserve members get free admission and $4 off general admission for up to six accompanying guests on Nov. 11.
Discounts & freebies
American Family Care - American Family Care will offer military veterans free flu shots on Veterans Day Nov. 11.
Bed Bath and Beyond - Veterans, active duty, Reserves, Guard and spouses get 25 percent off their entire purchase through Nov. 13.
Dollar General - Active duty service members, veterans and their families get an 11 percent discount on qualifying purchases on Nov. 11.
Great Clips -Great Clips is offering veterans a free hair cut from Nov. 11 through Dec. 31. Customers who come in for a service on Veterans Day get a free haircut card to give to veterans, redeemable through Dec. 31.
Home Depot- Home Depot is offering a free Build a Veteran"s Day Jet workshop for kids ages 5 -12. The event runs from 9 a.m. 12 p.m., and includes a craft, certificate of achievement, workshop apron, and commemorative pin while supplies last. Veterans also receive a 10 percent discounts on purchases.
JC Penney- JC Penney is offering a 5 percent discounts on Nov. 10-13 for current and former military personnel and their immediate family members with valid military or VA identification provided in-store. The discount maybe combined with additional coupons and special offers including a $10 off $25 coupon with any form of payment or 20 percent off coupon when paying with a JCPenney credit card.
Lowe"s Lowe"s is offering all veterans and their family 10 percent off purchases on Nov. 11.
Meineke - Veterans and active duty military will be eligible to receive a free Basic Oil Change at participating Meineke locations on Nov. 11.
Publix - Veterans, military personnel, and their families save 10 percent on groceries on Nov. 11.
Rack Room Shoes Rack Room Shoes is offering shoppers with valid military I.D. 10 percent off their purchase on Nov. 11.
Suburban Propane- Suburban Propane is offering military personnel families and retired military members a special Military Appreciation Savings promotion. Existing customers with military personnel in their family will get $20 off their next deliver of 100 gallons or more. Good for one delivery taken by March 31, 2017. New customers will receive $20 off first purchase of 100 gallons or more and no charge tank change out, safety check or tank rent for one year. Offers must be used by March 31, 2017.
Tractor Supply Co.- All active and former military and their dependents get a 15 percent military discount on in-store purchases on Nov. 11.
Under Armour - Active duty, retirees and veterans receive 15 percent off on all orders through Nov. 12.
Walgreens Walgreens" customers with Balance Rewards cards and valid military I.D. can take 20 percent off all eligible purchases.
