Tom Cook of Tom’s Fried Pies is a Checker Master

Published: Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:03 PM CDT

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - In celebration of “Pi Day,” Tom Cook of Tom’s Fried Pies visited Studio 3 to challenge Jessica to a checkers contest. Tom is considered a “checker master” and loves to challenge his customers to a game. He also loves telling stories of his former days and talking about his delicious fried pies.

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