Free chicken "McBites"

Charlotte-area McDonald's will give customers a free snack-size package of Chicken McBites from 5 to 8 p.m. July 17 -- no purchase necessary, and you don't need a coupon. There are 133 in the "Charlotte area," including some S.C. locations, say McDonald's PR folks; if you're not sure about whether your local one is included, give the place a call.