Panera is closing its fresh dough facilities and switching to frozen par-baked bread. Here’s how the change could impact ...

Bakery chain Panera Bread will rely on a supplier to partially bake bread, using its recipe, that can then be finished in-store.

Panera Bread is closing manufacturing facilities as it shifts to a new baked goods model. Will any locations in Illinois be affected?

Panera Bread will open in Beaumont this fall on Dowlen Road. The freestanding bakery and cafe will be located in front of Lowe's on Dowlen, said Keith Isbell, franchise owner.

With over 2,000 locations in the US and Canada, Panera Bread is my go-to spot for a warm bowl of soup when I'm on the go. So, I tried all of its year-round options to find the best ones.