FOX LAKE – “Welcome back,” Mayor Donny Schmit said at the Fox Lake McDonald’s grand reopening May 30. “Thank you for your investment in our community.” The McDonald’s at 40 S.
Route 12 was missed by its community when it was closed for teardown and rebuild. The new structure is longer, taller, wider and more modern. Plus, it’s open 24 hours.
With its proximity to Fox Lake, the unique building design amplifies the natural beauty just beyond the west lot. Sunsets are spectacular from the dining room. And no other McDonald’s in the world delivers food to customers in boats docked at nearby piers.
Described by some as “a marvel,” it seems the rebuild was worth the wait. The VIP reopening event, hosted by local McDonald’s franchisees Chris and Ela Prucnal, featured balloons, McDonald’s appetizers, ice cream and beverages, prizes, a ribbon-cutting, cake cutting and distinguished guests. In addition to the Fox Lake mayor, Chamber members, village trustees, librarians, local Scouts from Troops 188 and 45856, Fox Lake Area queens Briella and Sophia and the Hamburglar, state Rep.
Tom Weber, R-Lake Villa, who represents the 64th District, stopped by on his way home from Springfield to share best wishes with the Prucnal family and their restaurant teams. “McDonald’s is more than a restaurant,” Weber said. “It’s part of growing up.
A place for making the memories that last a lifetime.” McDonald’s franchise business partner Tina Johnson said the Pruc.
