The Mattoon restaurant, known as the “Original Burger King” in the present day, was founded in 1957 by Gene and Betty Hoots.

Jose Cil will chair the boards of Panera and other restaurant chains owned by investment firm JAB Holding.

The Mattoon restaurant, known as the “Original Burger King” in the present day, was founded in 1957 by Gene and Betty Hoots. Many decades later, it still operates at its original location at ...