A handwritten note at the Pasta Pizzeria and Grill in Prattville, Alabama alerted regular customers that the eatery would be closed for Thanksgiving.

But, for the fourth year, the restaurant's doors were wide open for all fire fighters, police staff, military personnel or lonely seniors who want to feast on a buffet brimming with turkey, ham, dressing, squash and green bean casserole.

"Often for them, this day of feasting and celebration is just like any routine workday."

(READ the story from the Montgomery Advertiser)

Story tip Sally Meek