Governor Stein Pardons Two Turkeys from the Thanksgiving Table
By Marge | Published 2025-11-22T20:34:01.002+00:00
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Raleigh -- Press Release November 20, 2025: Today. Governor Stein pardoned two turkeys, Krispy and Kreme, from the Thanksgiving table during the annual Turkey Pardon Ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion. The Governor was joined by Tim Thomas, President of the North Carolina Poultry Federation, and partners from Butterball. During the event, Butterball announced it would donate 1,500 turkey breasts to the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina.
“Thanksgiving gives us a moment to pause and reflect on all that we’re grateful for,” said Governor Josh Stein. “I’m grateful for the farmers who put food on our tables, for the first responders running into danger to keep us safe, for the teachers who educate our children, and for every North Carolinian who sees a neighbor in need and helps them back on their feet. I also want to thank the NC Poultry Federation for sponsoring the event and Butterball for partnering with us in support of our foo