Flapjacks aren’t just for breakfast. They can be served for any meal of the day - especially on National Pancake Day.

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On Tuesday, March 7, everyone can enjoy a free short stack. While the holiday has been around for years, do you know its origin?

From its philanthropic connection to its ties to Lent, watch the video above to learn about the history of the special occasion.

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Georgia Senate President Pro Tempore John F. Kennedy, R-Macon, speaks at the Senate in the Capitol in Atlanta, March 28, 2025. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

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