CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – (CLARKSVILLENOW) Today is National Doughnut Day and several national chains, including Dunkin’ Donuts and Krispy Kreme, are marking the occasion with freebies.

Note: Not all store locations are participating, so call first.

According to their Facebook pages Clarksville Krispy Kreme is offering one free donut, while Dunkin’ Donuts requires the purchase of a drink.

Donut Day was started 80 years ago by the Salvation Army to honor woman who served donuts to soldiers in World War I.