The interruption means a May opening likely is not going to happen.
HOWARD — Construction on the new Dunkin' Donuts in Howard is at a standstill.
The reason is somewhat murky. Scott Stevens of Midwest Mocha, the Dunkin' Donuts franchisee for this area, said the main player at that location had a family emergency and is out of town.
"It puts everything on hold. I don't know when he's coming back," he said. "I am as anxious as anyone to get an answer."
The interruption means a May opening likely is not going to happen. He said equipment can't be ordered until they know when it will open because warranties begin with delivery, whether it's sitting around or being used.
"Everything is eight to 10 weeks out," he said.