With today’s confirmation, here is a round up of what details we have received thus far regarding the McRib’s return in the United States.

1) We were tipped off previously that McRib production was spinning up. This indicates at least some locations will again be serving the McRib this year.

2) Later, we received a copy of an email with McDonalds indicating an October release.

3) October 3rd, a fan indicated that via Twitter he had found out the Capital Region of New York would not see the McRib this season.

4) Later on October 3rd, another fan indicated a Manager at their local McDonalds In San Jose, CA told them the McRib would not return there this season.

5) October 9th we received word that the McDonalds in Winner, SD had ordered McRib supplies making it the first location that will for sure serve the McRib this season.

6) Confirmation today that other locations would also be seeing a return of the McRib starting October 20th and going through November 16th. In-store informational details for employees regarding the McRibs return at some locations in Colorado were provided. We also have heard that Hopkinsville, KY and Louisville, KY will be starting around the 20th as well.

7) Which brings us to the confirmation in Virginia earlier today.

If/when you find a McRib, please mark your sighting at McRibLocator.com and be sure to send us a photo (photos@mcriblocator.com) of your receipt showing the purchase so that we may mark it as confirmed.