Thorntons is proud to announce the groundbreaking of its first store in Markham, Illinois. Mayor Roger Agpawa, Economic Development Director Derrick Champion and Thorntons President Lisa Blalock will conduct an official groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, April 12, at 10:30 a.m. CT to celebrate the construction of the first Thorntons store and becoming a part of the Markham community. Many city officials have worked hard with the Thorntons team to get us to this ground breaking moment. The new store location will be a welcome addition for our brand and for the residents of Markham.