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Whether you’ve had one for breakfast or as a mid day treat...have you ever stopped to wonder why this common pastry favorite has an additional shortened spelling? Buzz60's Natasha Abellard has the story.

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• Today, customers can buy any dozen doughnuts at regular price and receive an Original Glazed dozen for 87 cents, in honor of Krispy Kreme's 87th birthday.
• Online orders can redeem the offer by using the code 'BDAY.'

Krispy Kreme turns 87 on Friday, July 12 and to celebrate, it's offering customers a sweet deal.

In a buy one, get one (almost) free deal, customers who purchase any dozen doughnuts at regular price can receive an Original Glazed dozen for 87 cents on July 12, the company announced Tuesday, with a limit of two dozen when purchased in-shop and via drive-thru, and one dozen when purchased online for pickup or delivery.

Customers who choose to order online can redeem the offer by using code BDAY, according to Krispy Kreme.

“Treating our fans on our birthday is a long-time tradition,” said Dave Skena, Global Chief Brand Officer for Krispy Kreme, in a news release.

Where can I find a Krispy Kreme near me in Ohio?

There are nine Krispy Kreme locations in Ohio, including stores in Akron, Cleveland, several in Columbus and one in West Chester Township near Cincinnati.

Once you place an order, the stores offer both pickup and delivery options. Rewards members can score even more freebies, and all Ohio locations participate in the loyalty program, meaning that you can rack up and redeem points for free doughnuts or coffee.

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Krispy Kreme giving away free doughnuts, iced coffee two days a week in July

Want more freebies? The doughnut chain is giving members of its Krispy Kreme rewards loyalty program a free doughnut every Tuesday and a free iced coffee every Friday with any purchase in the month of July, the company says.

To take part in Krispy Kreme's July giveaway promotion—free doughnuts on Tuesdays and free iced coffee on Fridays—you must belong to the chain's rewards program. You can sign up by downloading the Krispy Kreme app or creating an account on the company website. You must make a purchase (perhaps something from the Dolly Parton doughnut collection?) to get the Tuesday and Friday freebies.

The deal is exclusive to loyalty members only.

Krispy Kreme history

Krispy Kreme was founded in 1937 by Vernon Rudolph, who, according to the company, began selling doughnuts to grocery stores. His doughnuts became so popular that Rudolph eventually cut a hole in an outside wall and began selling Original Glazed doughnuts directly to customers on the sidewalk.

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