Through the Line: The Scoop on Tillamook's Decatur Plant

Why is West Coast-headquartered Tillamook bringing an ice cream plant to Decatur, Illinois? Associate Editor, Casey Flanagan shares insights from attending the plant's opening day with Editor-in-Chief Derrick Teal.

Casey Flanagan
Jun 25, 2025

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