Is Buc-ee’s Coming to Michigan?
Could the rumblings be true? Could this iconic gas station meets convenience on steroids that has a cult-like following be coming to Michigan?
Is Buc-ee's Coming to Lansing?
Buc-ee's (pronounced with a hard 'c', sounds like 'duck') is convenience store and gas station chain, primarily in the southern parts of the United States, that got its start in Texas in 1982. Since then, the mission has remained the same; "providing a clean, friendly, and in stock experience for our customers." That includes freshly made food and plenty of drinks, snacks, and souvenirs.
Currently, there are locations in Alabama (4), Colorado (1), Florida (2), Georgia (2), Kentucky (2), Missouri (1), South Carolina (1), Tennessee (2), and Texas (35).
Could a Buc-ee's be coming to Michigan?
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Recently, a billboard went up near Grand Rapids along I-96 advertising the nearest Buc-ee's to Michigan coming soon. "444 MILES" and a picture of famous beaver mascot is all that the sign has on it.
Buc-ee's has 11 locations coming soon, and officially broke ground on their soon-to-be Ohio location in August this year. The Huber Heights, Ohio location is estimated to be opening in late 2025.
With this move northward, could Michigan be on the short list for a future Buc-ee's? Rumblings in the Lansing Foodies Facebook page say YES.
Rumors Hint that Buc-ee's Could Be Coming to Lansing, Michigan
So, keep this in mind, this is a little bit of a he-said, she-said situation... aka, these are just rumblings, we cannot confirm this but, here's the scoop:
I guess people went to a Buc-ee's location and spoke to employees who said that they were looking at Lansing for the next location.
Here's the thing... Buc-ee's locations are absolutely HUGE. Hundreds of gas pumps, a huge convenience store (Buc-ee's literally holds the world record for "Largest Convenience Store"), and sometimes car washes and more... this would need a lot of space.
Where in the Lansing area could a Buc-ee's even go?
Where Could a Buc-ee's Go in Lansing?
It's got to be off an interstate and it needs a ton of space. Plus, you would probably want to catch people who are on their way "up north". Maybe near Lansing Road between 96 and 69? Or maybe where 96 and 69 meet near the Capital Area Humane Society is?
If this dream ever comes to be, maybe it'll be located right next to the Sonic everyone wants in Lansing so badly?
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