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3 thoughts on “Jack’s Donuts corporate turmoil affecting some local franchisees

  1. Given how bad my experiences with donuts at the Greenwood location were when they made the donuts themselves (raw dough both times), I shudder to think how bad they were from the commissary.

  2. Stopped at the Jacks in Westfield two weeks ago about 9 am. Was surprised to see the cases almost empty. Bought a twist and it tasted like it was at least 2 days old.

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