Meals, good times served at NFL star's Thanksgiving lunch

GALVESTON

People needing a home-cooked meal this holiday season were not only treated to a buffet of traditional turkey day fixings, but also a festive atmosphere akin to a big family gathering at Saturday’s Mike Evans Family Foundation Thanksgiving Luncheon held at Galveston’s Historic Water & Electric Community Center.

“I’m happy that everybody can go out and spend some time together,” said Evans, who also expressed his regret for being unable to attend the third annual event in person while he rehabs a hamstring injury. “This is something I’ve always dreamed of doing. It’s something I hope to do for a long time.”

The Ball High and Texas A&M alumnus and current Tampa Bay Buccaneers star wideout, through his foundation, provided 300 Thanksgiving meals for local residents in need. The event, which ran from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, also featured a DJ providing music and plenty of smiling faces.