Scattershot News - Tuesday

Scattershot news, your quick roundup of today's top stories.

9 of the 10 largest U.S. bankruptcies in the country's history occurred under George W. Bush's presidency or were casualties of Bush policies. Only Texaco in 1987 wasn't connected to W.

Obama has his own dirty hands in the mess. Alternet asks if Obama's economic adviser Larry Summers is taking bribes from the same banks he's handing billions of dollars of taxpayer money to. Summers has no financial background, only a history of running companies and universities into the ground, so why the hell did Obama put him in charge?

Bill O'Reilly called Doctor George Tiller, who was murdered Sunday in a Kansas church by a right wing nutbag, a "Nazi" and "Baby Murderer" who should be fearful of a coming "Judgement Day." O'Reilly didn't threaten Tiller once, but 29 times dating back to 2005. If that's not enough to be convicted of inciting violence, I don't know what is.

A 37 year old waiter at a Florida Denny's was arrested for stealing the identity of his 86 year old female neighbor and subsequently running up a $2,175.06 porn bill in the woman's name.

Google plans to begin selling ebooks later this year with a catch - they must be read through a browser and cannot be downloaded to a Kindle, Sony Reader, or any of the other popular ebook readers.

Microsoft surprised even the media covering the official unveiling of the upcoming Beatles Rock Band video game, which comes with a Beatles drum set and guitars. The surprise? Yoko Ono and Olivia Harrison (John and George's wives) were on hand. Then the BIG surprise: Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr walked on stage to talk about the game.

What I'm Watching Tonight:
House marathon on USA Network, 8 eastern/7 central. 3 back to back to back episodes of our favorite cranky doctor tormenting Cuddy.

Over 50 Restaurants Where Kids Eat FREE

This list courtesy of Frugal Living!

"Below you will find a list of over 50 places where kids eat free or for very cheap!

While the majority of the listings are places where kids eat free some of the restaurants charge a small amount - in most occasions $.99 so they are not actually “free” but a very good deal nonetheless. You will also find that some of the restaurants where kids eat free have certain restrictions whether it be limited hours on a certain day, the number of kids eating free per purchasing adult or age restrictions.

I can’t stress enough to please call the restaurant location you plan on attending to get your free kids meal before you pack the kids in the car to go. Some of the individual restaurants may choose to opt out of the promotion or have slight differences.

Please leave a comment below if you know a restaurant where kids eat free that I don’t have listed. Please comment on your kids eat free experiences you get from the list as well!

Monday

Below you will find the restaurants where kids eat free (or cheap!) on Mondays.

Applebees - At Applebees kids eat for free on Mondays. There is 1 free kids’ meal for each adult entree purchase. Additional kids are $1.00. The kids’ menu at Applebees includes chicken fingers, cheeseburger, grilled cheese sandwich and macaroni & cheese.

Brewzzi - Kids eat 12 and under free at Brewzzi (FL) on Mondays (and Tuesdays). There is a limit of 2 kids’ meals when an adult spends at least $12.

Buffalo Wild Wings - On Mondays, from 5pm to 8pm kids 12 and under eat for .99 from the kids’ menu at Buffalo Wild Wings. The kids’ menu at Buffalo Wild Wings includes cheeseburger slammers, corn dogs, wings, chicken tenders and mac and cheese.

Chartroose Caboose - At Chartroose Caboose (KS) kids 10 and under can eat free from 5pm to close on Monday evening (and all day on Sunday).

Cici’s Pizza - Kids 3 and under eat free from the Cici’s Pizza buffet everyday! Specific Cici’s Pizza locations frequently have where older kids can eat for free on certain nights - check with your nearest location!

Cinzetti’s - On Mondays (and Tuesdays), from 5pm to 9pm kids 12 and under eat for free at Cinzetti’s (CO, KS)!

Cody’s Original Roadhouse - Kids 10 and under can eat for free at Cody’s Original Roadhouse (FL, ME, NC) on Mondays (and Tuesdays!) from the Kid’s Stuff Menu. There is a limit of 2 free kids’ meals for each adult entree purchase.

Fuddruckers - Kids 12 and under can eat for .99 from the kids’ menu from 4pm to 9pm on Mondays (and Tuesdays) at Fuddruckers. A drink is included! The Fuddruckers kids’ menu includes hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled cheese, macaroni & cheese, chicken bites, cheeseburger and mozzarella sticks.

Golden Corral - Children 10 and under eat free from 5pm to 9pm on Monday’s at Golden Corral. This is limited to 2 kids per 1 adult. Kids 3 and under eat free every day!

IHOP - Everyday kids eat free at IHOP if they are 12 and under. Kids can get 1 free kids’ menu item per adult entree purchased from 4pm to 8pm. The drink is not included. The IHOP kids’ menu includes pancakes, french toast, omelettes, chicken strips, cheeseburgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, eggs, fruit and fish. This deal seems to vary widely based on location - please call your location before visiting!

Islands Restaurant - Kids eat free on Mondays (and Tuesdays and Wednesdays) at Islands Restaurants (AZ, CA, CO, HI, NV). The kids’ menu at Islands includes hot dogs, grilled cheese, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, quesadillas and mac & cheese.

KC Masterpiece - From 4pm until close on Mondays (and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) kids 12 and under eat free from the kids’ menu at KC Masterpiece (KS).

Millie’s Restaurant & Bakery - Every weekday kids eat for .99 at Millie’s (CA) with the purchase of an adult entree.

Moe’s Southwest Grill - On Mondays, kids eat for free at Moe’s with the purchase of an adult entree. The kids’ menu at Moe’s includes tacos, burritos and quesadillas.

Quaker Steak and Lube - From 5pm to 10pm on Mondays, kids eat for free at Quaker Steak and Lube. This is limited to one free kids’ meal per each paying adult. There is also free video games during this time!

Red Robin - At Red Robin kids 10 and under can eat for free on Monday (and Tuesday) from 5pm to 9pm. The Red Robin kids’ menu includes mac n’ cheese, spaghetti, grilled cheese, corn dog, pasta, quesadilla, chicken fingers, pizza and burgers.

Rio Wraps - Kids 12 and under can dine for free on Mondays at Rio Wraps (MI) as long as an adult purchases a Rio Classic, Deli, Unwrapped or Low-Cal sandwich. This is for dine-in only. The kids’ menu at Rio Wraps includes quesadillas, burritos and tacos.

Rock Bottom Cafe - On Mondays and Tuesdays, kids that are 12 and under can eat free from the kids’ menu at Rock Bottom Cafe. One adult entree must be purchased from the lunch or dinner menu.

Shoney’s - Kids eat free at Shoney’s every day if they are 4 or younger. An adult entree purchase is required. The kids menu at Shoney’s includes chicken nuggets, spaghetti, cheese burgers, grilled cheese and shrimp.

TGI Friday’s - On Mondays and Tuesdays kids 3 and under eat for free at TGI Friday’s.

Villa Rosa Italian Restaurant & Grill - Kids eat free all day on Mondays (and Sundays) at Villa Rosa Italian Restaurant & Grill. The kids’ menu at Villa Rosa includes spaghetti, lasagna, fried chicken, ziti, ravioli, manicotti and chicken tenders.

Tuesday

Below you will find the restaurants where kids eat free (or cheap!) on Tuesdays.

Backyard Burger - Kids eat free at Backyard Burger on Tuesday (and Thursday!). For each adult combo purchased, you get a free kids’ meal from 4pm until close. The kids’ menu at Backyard Burger includes burgers, chicken tenders and hot dogs.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s - From 4pm to 8pm every Tuesday, kids 10 and under eat free at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Family Sports Bub. An adult entree purchase is required. The kids’ menu at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s includes a grilled chicken wrap, chicken fingers, chicken wings, grilled chicken salad, cheeseburger, boneless wings, chicken nuggest, hamburger, macaroni & cheese, grilled cheese and a hot dog. All kids’ meals come with fries, celery sticks or fruit cup as well ask a drink and treat.

Black-eyed Pea - After 5pm on Tuesdays, kids 12 and under receive a free kids’ meal with every adult entree purchased at Black-eyed Pea (TN, TX). The kids’ meals at Black-eyed Pea include an entree (macaroni and cheese, corn dogs, grilled cheese, cheese sticks, pot roast, chicken breast, chicken fingers, meat loaf, turkey, cheeseburger and cheese pizza), side, drink and dessert.

Brewzzi - Kids eat 12 and under free at Brewzzi (FL) on Tuesdays (and Mondays). There is a limit of 2 kids’ meals when an adult spends at least $12.

Cafe MiAroma - On Tuesdays after 5pm kids 11 and under eat free at Cafe MiAroma (TN). There is a limit of one kids’ meal per adult entree purchased and no drink is included.

Champps - Kids eat free (12 and under) at Champps on Tuesday. The kids’ menu at Champps features hambuger, chicken fingers, grilled chicken tenders, corn dogs, grilled cheese sandwich, spaghetti, macaroni and cheese and cheese pizza.

Chick-fil-A - At participating locations, kids can eat a free kids’ meal at Chil-fil-A on Tuesdays for Family Fun Night from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. There is a limit of 1 free kid’s meal per adult combo meal purchased.

Cici’s Pizza - Kids 3 and under eat free from the Cici’s Pizza buffet everyday! Specific Cici’s Pizza locations frequently have where older kids can eat for free on certain nights - check with your nearest location!

Cinzetti’s - On Tuesdays (and Mondays), from 5pm to 9pm kids 12 and under eat for free at Cinzetti’s (CO, KS)!

Coco’s Restaurant & Bakery - On Tuesday (and Wednesday) after 4pm kids 10 and under eat free at Coco’s (CA). This is limited to one free kids’ meal per purchase of an adult entree. The kids’ menu at Coco’s includes macaroni and cheese, grilled chicken, grilled cheese, chicken strips, hamburger, pizza, spaghetti, turkey sandwich and soup and crackers.

Cody’s Original Roadhouse - Kids 10 and under can eat for free at Cody’s Original Roadhouse (FL, ME, NC) on Tuesdays (and Mondays!) from the Kid’s Stuff Menu. There is a limit of 2 free kids’ meals for each adult entree purchase.

Denny’s - Kids can eat free at Denny’s every Tuesday night (and Saturdays!) from 4pm to 10pm at participating Denny’s. This deal is limited to kids 10 and under and is limited to 2 free entrees per one regularly purchased adult entree. You can find a selection of entrees on the Denny’s kids’ menu which includes hot dogs, cheeseburgers, chicken nuggets, pizza, grilled cheese sandwiches and a dipper sampler.

Fazoli’s - From 5pm to 8pm on Tuesdays kids eat for .99 (12 and under) from the kids’ menu. The kids’ menu at Fazoli’s includes pepperoni pizza, cheese pizza, fettuccine alfredo, meat lasagna and spaghetti with either marinara sauce, meat sauce or meatballs.

Fuddruckers - Kids 12 and under can eat for .99 from the kids’ menu from 4pm to 9pm on Tuesdays (and Mondays) at Fuddruckers. A drink is included! The Fuddruckers kids’ menu includes hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled cheese, macaroni & cheese, chicken bites, cheeseburger and mozzarella sticks.

Gator’s Dockside - At Gator’s Dockside (FL) kids eat for free from 6pm to 8:30pm. This is for kids under 12 and is limited to 1 child per each adult. The kids’ menu at Gator’s Dockside includes wings, hamburgers, chicken fingers, grilled cheese, pizza and mac n’ cheese.

Godfather’s Pizza - From 11am to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm on Tuesday, kids 10 and under at for free from the Godfather’s Pizza buffet.

Gold Star Chili - At Gold Star Chili (OH, KY, IN) kids 10 and under eat for free on Tuesday. There is a limit of 1 kids’ meal per adult combo meal purchased and this is for dine-in only. The Gold Star Chili kids’ menu includes chicken strips, coney, chili and spaghetti. Meals include a small drink and a surprise.

IHOP - Everyday kids eat free at IHOP if they are 12 and under. Kids can get 1 free kids’ menu item per adult entree purchased from 4pm to 8pm. The drink is not included. The IHOP kids’ menu includes pancakes, french toast, omelettes, chicken strips, cheeseburgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, eggs, fruit and fish. This deal seems to vary widely based on location - please call your location before visiting!

Islands Restaurant - Kids eat free on Tuesdays (and Mondays and Wednesdays) at Islands Restaurants (AZ, CA, CO, HI, NV). The kids’ menu at Islands includes hot dogs, grilled cheese, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, quesadillas and mac & cheese.

KC Masterpiece - From 4pm until close on Tuesdays (and Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays) kids 12 and under eat free from the kids’ menu at KC Masterpiece (KS).

Lonestar Steakhouse - On Tuesdays (all day) at Lonestar Steakhouse, kids can eat free (12 and under). This is limited to 2 children per each adult entree purchased and is dine-in only. The Lonestar Steakhouse kids’ menu includes a hot dog, grilled cheese, macaroni & cheese, cheeseburger, grilled chicken sandwich, chicken tenders and steak medallions.

Millie’s Restaurant & Bakery - Every weekday kids eat for .99 at Millie’s (CA) with the purchase of an adult entree.

Norms Restaurants - Kids eat free (10 and under) at Norms (CA) every Tuesday with an adult entree purchase required. Drinks are not included. The children’s menu at Norms includes bbq chicken tenders, turkey sandwich, whitefish fillet, chef’s salad, spaghetti, burgers, chicken breast tenders, battered fish, grilled cheese and macaroni & cheese.

Perkins Restaurant and Bakery - Kids eat free at Perkins all day on Tuesdays. The Perkins kids’ menu includes breakfast items such as eggs, pancakes and french toast as well as lunch and dinner meals such as a cheeseburger, pizza, quesadilla, chicken tenders, grilled cheese sandwich and mac & cheese.

Pizza Street - Kids (4-9) eat free from the Pizza Street buffet every Tuesday from 5pm to 8pm.

Planet Sub - For each adult meal purchased at Planet Sub (MO, KS, IA, OK, NE) you can get on free kids’ meal on Tuesdays (and Sundays). Items on the kids’ menu at Planet Sub include subs and sandwiches.

Ponderosa Steakhouse - From 4pm to close on Tuesdays, kids eat free at Ponderosa Steakhouse.

Red Robin - At Red Robin kids 10 and under can eat for free on Tuesday (and Monday) from 5pm to 9pm. The Red Robin kids’ menu includes mac n’ cheese, spaghetti, grilled cheese, corn dog, pasta, quesadilla, chicken fingers, pizza and burgers.

Rock Bottom Cafe - On Mondays and Tuesdays, kids that are 12 and under can eat free from the kids’ menu at Rock Bottom Cafe. One adult entree must be purchased from the lunch or dinner menu.

Ruby’s Diner - Kids 12 and under eat for free at participating Ruby’s Diner locations after 4pm on Tuesday. There is a limit of one free kids’ meal for each adult meal purchased. The Ruby’s Diner kids’ meals include an entree (grilled cheese, PB & J, macaroni & cheese, turkey corn dog, hot dog, beef burger, turkey burger, chicken fingers or grilled chicken breast) and french fries or a fruit cup.

Shoney’s - Kids eat free at Shoney’s every day if they are 4 or younger. An adult entree purchase is required. The kids menu at Shoney’s includes chicken nuggets, spaghetti, cheese burgers, grilled cheese and shrimp.

Space Aliens - Kids 10 and under get a free kids pizza along with 10 game tokens every Tuesday with the purchase of a regular price adult entree.

Texas Roadhouse - On Tuesdays, kids 12 and under eat free at Texas Roadhouse. The Texas Roadhouse kids’ menu includes an entree (hot dogs, cheeseburgers, sirloin bites, macaroni & cheese, chicken critters), a side and a drink.

TGI Friday’s - On Mondays and Tuesdays kids 3 and under eat for free at TGI Friday’s.

Tony Roma’s - Kids 12 and under eat free at Tony Roma’s on Tuesdays.

Wednesday

Below you will find the restaurants where kids eat free (or cheap!) on Wednesdays.

Carrow’s Restaurant - Kids 10 and under eat for free every Wednesday (and Thursday) at Carrow’s Restaurant. There is a limit of 1 kids’ meal per each adult entree purchased.

Cici’s Pizza - Kids 3 and under eat free from the Cici’s Pizza buffet everyday! Specific Cici’s Pizza locations frequently have where older kids can eat for free on certain nights - check with your nearest location!

Coco’s Restaurant & Bakery - On Wednesday (and Tuesday) after 4pm kids 10 and under eat free at Coco’s (CA). This is limited to one free kids’ meal per purchase of an adult entree.The kids’ menu at Coco’s includes macaroni and cheese, grilled chicken, grilled cheese, chicken strips, hamburger, pizza, spaghetti, turkey sandwich and soup and crackers.

Damon’s Grill - At Damon’s Grill on Thursdays kids (12 and under) can get a free kids’ meal. 1 free kids’ meal per adult entree purchased. Damon’s Grill Kids’ Menu includes mini burgers, cheese sticks, grilled cheese, macaroni & cheese, chicken tenders and mini corn dogs.

Firehouse Subs - On Wednesdays (and Sundays) kids 12 and under get to eat free from 4pm to 9pm. One free kids’ meal comes with each adult purchase. The kids’ meal at Firehouse Subs includes a sub or sandwich, beverage, Oreo cookies and free fireman’s hat.

Gatti Town Buffet - Kids 10 and under get a free kids’ buffet with the purchase of an adult buffet each Wednesday. There is a limit of 1 child per adult.

IHOP - Everyday kids eat free at IHOP if they are 12 and under. Kids can get 1 free kids’ menu item per adult entree purchased from 4pm to 8pm. The drink is not included. The IHOP kids’ menu includes pancakes, french toast, omelettes, chicken strips, cheeseburgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, eggs, fruit and fish. This deal seems to vary widely based on location - please call your location before visiting!

Islands Restaurant - Kids eat free on Wednesdays (and Mondays and Tuesdays) at Islands Restaurants (AZ, CA, CO, HI, NV). The kids’ menu at Islands includes hot dogs, grilled cheese, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, quesadillas and mac & cheese.

Jeffrey’s Sports Grill - Kids 12 and under eat free from 5pm to 9pm on Wednesdays at Jeffrey’s Sports Grill (GA). There is a limit of one child per each paying adult.

KC Masterpiece - From 4pm until close on Wednesdays (and Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays) kids 12 and under eat free from the kids’ menu at KC Masterpiece (KS).

Luby’s Cafeteria - Wednesdays after 4:30 pm (and all day Saturday) kids 10 and under can get a $2.00 kid’s deal at Luby’s. This is limited to dine-in only. Luby’s Cafeteria’s website says kids get to select from spaghetti, chicken leg, fried fish, baked chicken, roast beef, chopped steak or chicken strips that is served along with two sides, jell-o, a roll and a drink!

Lucille’s Bad to the Bone BBQ - At Lucille’s Bad to the Bone BBQ (FL) kids eat free (12 and under) on Wednesdays. There is a limit of 2 free kids’ meal for each adult entree ordered.

Millie’s Restaurant & Bakery - Every weekday kids eat for .99 at Millie’s (CA) with the purchase of an adult entree.

Qdoba Mexican Grill - Kids eat free at Qdoba Mexican Grills only on Wednesdays at some locations and only on Sundays at some locations. Check with your local location to see which day of the week kids eat free at yoru Qdoba’s.

Rainforest Cafe - Kids can eat for $1.99 on Wednesday evenings at Rainforest Cafe.

Shoney’s - Kids eat free at Shoney’s every day if they are 4 or younger. An adult entree purchase is required. The kids menu at Shoney’s includes chicken nuggets, spaghetti, cheese burgers, grilled cheese and shrimp.

Zarda BBQ - Kids eat for free all day on Wednesdays at Zarda (KS, MO).

Thursday

Below you will find the restaurants where kids eat free (or cheap!) on Thursdays.

Backyard Burger - Kids eat free at Backyard Burger on Thursday (and Tuesday!). For each adult combo purchased, you get a free kids’ meal from 4pm until close. The kids’ menu at Backyard Burger includes burgers, chicken tenders and hot dogs.

C.B. & Potts Restaurant & Bakery - Kids eat for free at CB & Potts (CO) on Thursdays.

Captain D’s - Kids eat for free at Captain D’s on Thursdays. There is a limit of 2 free kid’s meals for each adult dinner purchased. The Captain D’s kids’ meals include a choice of fish, chicken, shrimp or mac & cheese.

Carrow’s Restaurant - Kids 10 and under eat for free every Thursday (and Wednesday) at Carrow’s Restaurant. There is a limit of 1 kids’ meal per each adult entree purchased.

Cici’s Pizza - Kids 3 and under eat free from the Cici’s Pizza buffet everyday! Specific Cici’s Pizza locations frequently have where older kids can eat for free on certain nights - check with your nearest location!

IHOP - Everyday kids eat free at IHOP if they are 12 and under. Kids can get 1 free kids’ menu item per adult entree purchased from 4pm to 8pm. The drink is not included. The IHOP kids’ menu includes pancakes, french toast, omelettes, chicken strips, cheeseburgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, eggs, fruit and fish. This deal seems to vary widely based on location - please call your location before visiting!

KC Masterpiece - From 4pm until close on Thursdays (and Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays) kids 12 and under eat free from the kids’ menu at KC Masterpiece (KS).

Millie’s Restaurant & Bakery - Every weekday kids eat for .99 at Millie’s (CA) with the purchase of an adult entree.

Piccadilly - From 11am to 4pm on Thursdays (and Saturdays) kids’ meals at .99 and big kids’ meals are $1.99 at Piccadilly. The kid’s meals at Piccadilly includes an entree (chicken tenders, corn dogs, hot pockets, chicken or fish), two sides, jell-o or pudding or a cupcake and kid’s drinks.

Shoney’s - Kids eat free at Shoney’s every day if they are 4 or younger. An adult entree purchase is required. The kids menu at Shoney’s includes chicken nuggets, spaghetti, cheese burgers, grilled cheese and shrimp.

Friday

Below you will find the restaurants where kids eat free (or cheap!) on Fridays.

Cici’s Pizza - Kids 3 and under eat free from the Cici’s Pizza buffet everyday! Specific Cici’s Pizza locations frequently have where older kids can eat for free on certain nights - check with your nearest location!

IHOP - Everyday kids eat free at IHOP if they are 12 and under. Kids can get 1 free kids’ menu item per adult entree purchased from 4pm to 8pm. The drink is not included. The IHOP kids’ menu includes pancakes, french toast, omelettes, chicken strips, cheeseburgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, eggs, fruit and fish. This deal seems to vary widely based on location - please call your location before visiting!

Millie’s Restaurant & Bakery - Every weekday kids eat for .99 at Millie’s (CA) with the purchase of an adult entree.

Shoney’s - Kids eat free at Shoney’s every day if they are 4 or younger. An adult entree purchase is required. The kids menu at Shoney’s includes chicken nuggets, spaghetti, cheese burgers, grilled cheese and shrimp.

Saturday

Below you will find the restaurants where kids eat free (or cheap!) on Saturdays.

Cici’s Pizza - Kids 3 and under eat free from the Cici’s Pizza buffet everyday! Specific Cici’s Pizza locations frequently have where older kids can eat for free on certain nights - check with your nearest location!

Denny’s - Kids can eat free at Denny’s every Saturday night (and Tuesdays!) from 4pm to 10pm at participating Denny’s. This deal is limited to kids 10 and under and is limited to 2 free entrees per one regularly purchased adult entree. You can find a selection of entrees on the Denny’s kids’ menu which includes hot dogs, cheeseburgers, chicken nuggets, pizza, grilled cheese sandwiches and a dipper sampler.

IHOP - Everyday kids eat free at IHOP if they are 12 and under. Kids can get 1 free kids’ menu item per adult entree purchased from 4pm to 8pm. The drink is not included. The IHOP kids’ menu includes pancakes, french toast, omelettes, chicken strips, cheeseburgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, eggs, fruit and fish. This deal seems to vary widely based on location - please call your location before visiting!

Luby’s Cafeteria - All day on Saturdays (and Wednesdays after 4:30 pm) kids 10 and under can get a $2.00 kid’s deal at Luby’s. This is limited to dine-in only. Kids get to select from spaghetti, chicken leg, fried fish, baked chicken, roast beef, chopped steak or chicken strips that is served along with two sides, jell-o, a roll and a drink!

Piccadilly - From 11am to 4pm on Saturdays (and Thursdays) kids’ meals at .99 and big kids’ meals are $1.99 at Piccadilly. The kid’s meals at Piccadilly includes an entree (chicken tenders, corn dogs, hot pockets, chicken or fish), two sides, jell-o or pudding or a cupcake and kid’s drinks.

Salsaritas - Get a free kids’ meal with purchase of an adult entree at Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina. The kids’ meals includes tacos or quesadillas, chips, drink and a cookie.

Shari’s Restaurant - At Shari’s Restaurant kids can eat free on Saturdays (and Sundays) from 4pm to 9pm.

Shoney’s - Kids eat free at Shoney’s every day if they are 4 or younger. An adult entree purchase is required. The kids menu at Shoney’s includes chicken nuggets, spaghetti, cheese burgers, grilled cheese and shrimp.

Steak n’ Shake - On Saturdays (and Sundays) kids can eat free at Steak n’ Shake. You get one kids’ combo for free with a purchase of an adult entree of $9 (excluding drink or shake) or more. This is valid for dine in only. The kids’ menu at Steak n’ Shake includes burgers, grilled cheese, chicken fingers, turkey sandwiches, salads and macaroni and cheese along with a wide selection of sides.

Texas Land & Cattle - Kids 12 and under eat free off the kid’s menu at Texas Land & Cattle from 11am to 4pm on Saturdays. There is a limit of 2 free kids’ meals for each adult entree purchased.

Sunday

Below you will find the restaurants where kids eat free (or cheap!) on Sundays.

Arriba Mexican Grill - For each adult entree you purchase from Arriba Mexican Grill (AZ) you get on free kids’ meal on Sundays. The kids’ menu at Arriba Mexican Grill includes burritos, tacos, enchiladas, grilled cheese, chicken strips, corn dogs, cheese crisps and macaroni and cheese.

Chartroose Caboose - At Chartroose Caboose (KS) kids 10 and under can eat free all day on Sunday (and Monday evening).

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit - Kids that are 12 and under get to eat for free on Sundays (dine in only) on Sunday. One adult entree and child’s drink is a required purchase for each free kids’ meal.

Firehouse Subs - On Sundays (and Wednesdays) kids 12 and under get to eat free from 4pm to 9pm. One free kids’ meal comes with each adult purchase. The kids’ meal at Firehouse Subs includes a sub or sandwich, beverage, oreo cookies and free fireman’s hat.

Hooters - Kids eat free at Hooters all day long on Sundays.

Jason’s Deli - Kids eat free at Jason’s Deli all day on Sundays. The kids’ menu at Jason’s Deli includes sandwiches, wraps, hot dogs, salads, baked potatoes, pasta, pizza and macaroni and cheese.

Jose Pepper’s - Kids eat free all day on Sunday at Jose Pepper’s (KS, MO).

La Mesa Mexican Restaurant - 12 and under kids eat almost for free at La Mesa Mexican Restaurant (KS, NE, MO) - the kid’s menu items are 1 penny.

Mel’s Diner - Kids that are 12 and under get 1 free kids’ meal for each adult meal purchased at Mel’s Diner (FL) on Sundays.

Planet Sub - For each adult meal purchased at Planet Sub (MO, KS, IA, OK, NE) you can get on free kids’ meal on Sundays (and Tuesdays). Items on the kids’ menu at Planet Sub include subs and sandwiches.

IHOP - Everyday kids eat free at IHOP if they are 12 and under. Kids can get 1 free kids’ menu item per adult entree purchased from 4pm to 8pm. The drink is not included. The IHOP kids’ menu includes pancakes, french toast, omelettes, chicken strips, cheeseburgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, eggs, fruit and fish. This deal seems to vary widely based on location - please call your location before visiting!

Qdoba Mexican Grill - Kids eat free at Qdoba Mexican Grills only on Sundays at some locations and only on Wednesdays at some locations. Check with your local location to see which day of the week kids eat free at yoru Qdoba’s.

Shari’s Restaurant - At Shari’s Restaurant kids can eat free on Sundays (and Saturdays) from 4pm to 9pm.

Shoney’s - Kids eat free at Shoney’s every day if they are 4 or younger. An adult entree purchase is required. The kids menu at Shoney’s includes chicken nuggets, spaghetti, cheese burgers, grilled cheese and shrimp.

Souper! Salad! - On Sundays kids 4 and under at free (and kids 5-12 for $2.49) at Souper Salad. For each adult purchase you can get 2 free kids meals.

Steak n’ Shake - On Sundays (and Saturdays) kids can eat free at Steak n’ Shake. You get one kids’ combo for free with a purchase of an adult entree of $9 (excluding drink or shake) or more. This is valid for dine in only. The kids’ menu at Steak n’ Shake includes burgers, grilled cheese, chicken fingers, turkey sandwiches, salads and macaroni and cheese along with a wide selection of sides.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Kids eat free all day at Tropical Smoothie cafe on Sundays at participating locations.

Tumbleweed SouthWest Grill - On Sundays kids 12 and under eat free (up to 3.99 value) at Tubleweed Southwest Grill. There is a limit of one kids’ meal for each adult entree purchased and this deal is not valid with any other discount, promotion or offer.

Villa Rosa Italian Restaurant & Grill - Kids eat free all day on Sundays (and Mondays) at Villa Rosa Italian Restaurant & Grill. The kids’ menu at Villa Rosa includes spaghetti, lasagna, fried chicken, ziti, ravioli, manicotti and chicken tenders.

Zapata’s Restaurant - On Sundays kids eat free all day at Zapata’s (NC).

Zebbs Grill & Bar - At Zebbs Grill & Bar kids get to eat free on Sundays! Kids 10 and under get a free kids’ meal (value up to 3.99) with each adult meal purchased."

Scattershot News - Monday

Scattershot news, your quick roundup of today's top stories.

What do the Titanic, Susan Boyle, and Obama's health care reform have in common? Read on.

GM files bankruptcy on Monday, hoping to retool and get new loans. If it works they will emerge leaner, minus Pontiac, Saturn, Hummer, and Saab.

Chrysler's sale to Fiat was approved by a bankruptcy judge, against the wishes of investors who got little or no return on their investment.

The last living Titanic survivor has died. She was 9 weeks old when it sank.

Ice Road Truckers has started season 3. They've moved to a much deadlier route in Alaska this season, where they have been an average of almost 1 driver fatality for every one of the 414 mile run. It's definitely worth checking out during a slow TV time. It should be on demand on Comcast, Hulu, or on History Channel in reruns all week.

Minnesota's U.S. Senate battle finally goes to the state's supreme court on Monday. Republican Norm Coleman has lost every recount but refuses to concede he lost last November. Democrat Al Franken is waiting to be seated, giving the Democrats a filibuster proof 60 votes. Minnesota is a Republican state, so anything could happen.

The Detroit Red Wings have taken a 2-0 lead over the Pittsburgh Penguins in the Stanley Cup rematch of last year's championship.

Octomom has signed a reality TV deal with a British network.

Susan Boyle, who was expected by many to win Britain's Got Talent (Britain's American Idol style show) finished in second place last week and was admitted to a mental hospital after a nervous breakdown this weekend.

Obama is trying to fast track his health care reform, hoping to have it passed in August and signed by September or October. however, most people on capitol hill have no clue what the exact details of the plan are, since they haven't been fully revealed. Obama understands the bill needs to be passed before it becomes a key point in next year's mid term elections. However, Obama also has to get his Supreme Court choice through summer hearings at the same time.

France has officially declared the Mormon Church a cult, joining Scientology and Satanism in that country as outcasts.

China will tear down 85% of the ancient Silk Road city Kashgar supposedly to protect it from earthquakes. The real reason, people claim, is that most of the city's population are Muslim, whom China claims are associating with jihadists. China is relocating the residents to several other cities in smaller numbers. And the earthquake claim? The city is 1,000 years old, and virtually every building is 500-1,000 years old. No earthquakes have done what china will do.

What I'm Watching Tonight:
The Princess Bride on ABC Family 9pm eastern/8 central.
Romantic and silly fun for the whole family, featuring swordfights, a princess, a rhyming giant, and a different kind of man in black. INCONCEIVABLE!

State Cop Pulls Over Ambulance and Attacks Paramedics

An Oklahoma state trooper pulled over an ambulance that was taking a patient to a hospital and attempted to handcuff and arrest one of the paramedics for not getting out of the patrol car's way on the highway. Then the trooper claimed a paramedic gave him the finger and promptly started a fight with the paramedics, which was filmed by the patients husband who had been following the ambulance.

Video at the bottom of the post. Several updates added at the end.

Tulsa World has more:

"Assistant District Attorney Maxey Reilly said she just received the report Tuesday and hasn't had time to determine what charges, if any, should be filed. She said she hopes to do so by next week.

The Creek Nation, which operates the ambulance service involved, released detailed reports filed by the two paramedics.

The incident occurred in Paden as the Creek Nation ambulance, which did not have its emergency lights or siren on, was taking a sick woman from Boley to the hospital in nearby Prague.

According
to a report by paramedic Maurice White Jr., the ambulance, driven by Paul Franks, was nearing Paden when White saw a trooper's car approaching fast behind them.

White said the patrol car had its emergency lights on but that he couldn't hear a siren.

When he next noticed the patrol car, it was about three feet behind the ambulance's bumper, he said.

At that point, White told Franks to pull over to let the patrol car pass.

As the trooper passed, the ambulance received a radio transmission from the trooper, whom White quoted as telling them, "You should consider checking your rear-view mirrors."

A few blocks into Paden, White saw a trooper's car, with its lights and siren on, pull out of a side street and again race up to the ambulance, he said.

Franks pulled over, and he and White got out of the ambulance, White said.

White said the trooper had a woman in the car, so he thought at first that she was sick and that the trooper wanted them to look at her.

However, "the officer got out of his vehicle in a state of rage," White's report states.

The trooper, identified in the Creek Nation reports only as Trooper Martin, reportedly told Franks that he was going to be ticketed for failure to yield, adding, "What do you mean flipping me off?" White's report states.

White noted that when the trooper earlier advised them over the radio to check their mirrors, Franks held up his hands in surprise and that the trooper might have mistaken that for an indecent gesture.

White said he interceded, telling the trooper that they had a patient in the ambulance and were going to the hospital.

He said the trooper demanded that Franks get in the patrol car for a citation.

Again, White wrote, he told the trooper that they had a patient and that "we could continue this at the hospital."

"At this point," White continued, "I told my partner to listen to me and that we did not have time for this now."

White said the trooper then shouted at him that he was under arrest for obstructing an officer and then tried to handcuff him, resulting in a struggle.

White said he returned to the ambulance to check on the patient when another trooper, identified in White's report only as "badge 606," appeared and tried to arrest him.

The troopers finally let the ambulance go to the hospital, the report says.

Other troopers were at the hospital and told the medics they would not be arrested but that the incident would be forwarded to the district attorney for possible charges.

The Creek Nation's report noted that the patient's family was following them and that one relative had a camera and filmed the confrontation."



The Dallas police officer who pulled a similar stunt a month ago, refusing to allow NFL player Ryan Moats and his family visit their dying mother, eventually resigned. Trooper Martin in this case should be fired outright and be charged with interfering with an emergency vehicle.

UPDATE: Both state troopers have been revealed. Troopers Daniel Martin and Bryan Iker. The same article has this promising quote: "Assistant District Attorney Maxey Reilly said Friday it may be next week before she decides what charges, if any, will be filed. She did note, though, that the interference with paramedics in the performance of their duties is against the law in Oklahoma."

Second UPDATE: The Oklahoma State Police have released the dashboard video of the incident filmed from Trooper Martin's police vehicle, posted below.

We also have an update on the status of the incident: "The patrol has completed its internal investigation into the actions of trooper Daniel Martin, who has been placed on administrative leave with pay, West said. The investigation is now under review.

"Martin, a patrolman with two years experience, has been cleared of criminal wrongdoing by Okfuskee County District Attorney Max Cook. He also said he would not file charges against Creek Nation EMT Maurice White Jr., who is the person involved in the altercation with Martin."

Once again police officers get away with brutality and outright criminal behavior.



I have more coverage of this here. And a new post has side by side video of the police dashboard camera's view next to the close up view filmed by the patient's family member. It's not surprising to see the dashboard camera misses the entire attack by Trooper Martin.

If you're still reading, check out another video with multiple Alabama police officers beating an unconscious man who was thrown from a vehicle in a horrendous accident police caused. That's the worst case of police brutality I've ever seen on film. Five of those officers were fired. But none of them are being prosecuted either.