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By Neil Doyle
BLOOMINGTON – Those on the frontline of the coronavirus pandemic can get a free meal at local McDonald’s restaurants.
Mikel Petro is co-owner of the eight McDonald’s in Bloomington-Normal and part of the Millan/Petro McDonald’s Group which owns 15 restaurants across central Illinois.
He told WJBC’s Craig Collins to help out during this unprecedented time, McDonald’s wanted to offer a “Thank You Meal” for healthcare workers and first responders.
“Just come through the drive-thru and ask for a ‘Thank You Meal’ then show your ID or credential,” said Petro. “Just yesterday, in our 15 restaurants across central Illinois we gave away over 750 meals.”
Petro said since April 22, the locations have provided over 4,000 free meals. The restaurants will offer the “Thank You Meal” until May 5.
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