LELAND, N.C. (WECT) – Before John White was serving barbecue in Leland, he was serving in the Army.
Now, the co-owner of The Pit Backyard Barbeque is giving back to others who served. For Veterans Day, the restaurant offered free meals to service members and their families.
Finding a new passion
“I’ve been out since August 18th, 2003, so it’s been a little bit,” White said.
White said opening a restaurant wasn’t part of his original plan after leaving the Army. What started as a way to fill his time turned into something more…