The company plans to open five to six locations in the Twin Cities. Krispy Kreme's real estate strategy focuses on building free-standing, drive-through stores in high-trafficlocations. Look for the first store to be open in the fourth quarter, according to United.

The Winston-Salem, NC-based doughnut retailer now has about 185 stores in 31 states.

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