MARION, Ill. (WSIL) -- The Pilot travel center in Marion has completed a significant upgrade, offering travelers a fresh look and enhanced amenities.
This renovation is part of Pilot's $1 billion nationwide modernization initiative, New Horizons.
To celebrate the completion, Pilot donated $10,000 to Marion Community Unit School District #2.
"We are excited to welcome the Marion community to our travel center to enjoy the new amenities and thoughtful upgrades," said Shannon Stone, director of store modernization at Pilot.
The upgraded travel center at 2611 Vernell Road features a revitalized interior, upgraded Subway, new kitchen options, three new self-checkouts, enhanced beverage coolers, a new hot-and-cold deli area, remodeled showers and restrooms, along with an updated laundry facility for on-the-road convenience.
Pilot’s donation will support artificial intelligence resources in the district through Classroom Magic.
"This contribution is more than a gift, it’s an investment in innovation, education and the future of technology in our community," said Lindsay Watts, assistant superintendent of Marion Community Unit School District #2. “Pilot’s support empowers us to build a smarter, more connected tomorrow for our students. We are grateful for their partnership.�
Pilot invites the community to celebrate the new upgrades with special offers via the myRewards Plus app for a limited time, including gas savings and a free Pepsi product with a purchase of chicken wings.
