Traveling this Labor Day weekend? We have the best times to head out!

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — If you're headed out for one last summer vacation this Labor Day weekend, you've got some company!

The TSA says more than 17 million people are expected to pass through airports across the country through next Wednesday.

That makes it the busiest Labor Day weekend on record!

TSA says today will be the busiest travel day during that stretch with nearly 3 million people expected to be screened today.

Meanwhile, if you're driving this weekend, AAA says the best time to hit the road today is before noon or after 7 p.m.

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World War II veteran Jimmy Wren celebrates his 101st birthday by looking back

We all know Dolly Parton as a Tennessee treasure, I believe Mr. Jimmy Wren might join her. In honoring his 101st birthday, we got to know this WWII veteran and Orlinda native. His stories are captivating, and he'll leave you in stitches. Enjoy this story from Chris Davis and photojournalist, Catherine Steward.

-Carrie Sharp