Buc-ee’s Selects Kansas City, Kansas Site for New Gas Station Superstore
Renowned Texas-based chain Buc-ee’s has finally chosen a site for its first establishment in Kansas City, Kansas. Known for its massive gas station- convenience stores, Buc-ee’s has submitted a preliminary plan to the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas.
Buc-ee’s Arrival in the Heart of Kansas
The proposed site is situated at the northeast corner of 110th Street and Interstate 70, adjacent to the Kansas Speedway and The Legends Outlets Kansas City. Eager fans of the sizable Buc-ee’s travel centers have been waiting with bated breath for the superstore’s monumental entrance into the Kansas City market.
What Does This Mean for Kansas City?
Once approved, this could serve as a significant game-changer for the area. Buc-ee’s is ideal for bustling interstates but settles in less-populated regions, thereby contributing to local economy and infrastructural development.
A Gander at Buc-ee’s
The chain, established in 1982, currently operates 49 locations, including 35 in its home state Texas. It revealed its first Missouri location in Springfield on December 11, 2023. This much-loved brand has earned a dedicated following for its spacious, spotless restrooms, charming buck-toothed beaver mascot, over 100 fuel pumps, and a diverse selection of snacks.
Not Your Average Convenience Store
Buc-ee’s convenience stores are not only larger than life but offer a multitude of unique experiences. From the plethora of snacks, featuring items like brisket egg tacos, jalapeno-cheddar kolaches, and the store’s popular brown sugar-coated, puffed corn snacks called Beaver Nuggets, to its own labeled sodas and flavored lemonades, it promises a full sensory experience.
Additionally, the stores include fudge counters, walls of beef jerky, combined with remarkable services and uniquely Texan products, making a visit to Buc-ee’s truly distinctive.
Superstores, Super Employment Opportunities
Buc-ee’s superstores are not just massive retail spaces, but they contribute significantly to local employment opportunities. The biggest Buc-ee’s store, located in Sevierville, Tennessee, is proclaimed to be the world’s largest convenience store at 74,707 square feet, almost 30 times the conventional convenience store size. These massive stores can employ up to 250 people, whereby store general managers can earn six-figure incomes.
This move in Kansas City will certainly open up a multitude of job opportunities, and further breathe life into the local economy. Now, all eyes are on the Unified Government for the next steps in this exciting development.
