New McDonald's(R) Arch Card(TM) to make shopping a lot tastier

24/11/05 McDonald's® restaurants throughout Michigan will debut the Arch Card(TM), reloadable convenience cards that are sure to make this season's holiday shopping or dining a snap. For busy professionals on the run, a favorite teacher or next-door neighbors, the Arch Card is the perfect gift for just about everyone on your shopping list.

The McDonald's Arch Card is available in $5, $10, $25 and $50 denominations and can be purchased and redeemed at participating McDonald's restaurants.

The Arch Card can also double as a convenience card. Customers can reload their cards in increments of $5, $10, $25 and $50. With balances printed on the bottom of each receipt, the Arch Card offers a fast and convenient way to purchase your favorite McDonald's meal.

The Arch Card can be redeemed and purchased through the drive-thru or inside participating McDonald's restaurants. Customers can purchase with cash, credit or debit cards. Arch Cards do not expire and no dormancy fees are ever charged.

According to 2005 holiday survey, gift cards remain the top gift purchase this year, with 67 percent of respondents indicating that they will purchase an average of 4.9 cards.

McDonald's USA, LLC, is the leading foodservice provider in the United States serving a variety of wholesome foods made from quality ingredients to millions of customers every day. The more than 530 McDonald's restaurants in Michigan employ more than 20,000 men and women.

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