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Buc-ee’s CEO suggests chain may avoid blue districts
Fox Business • • business
Key Points:
- Buc-ee’s CEO Arch "Beaver" Aplin III indicated the company may halt expansion in blue-leaning areas, citing a preference for conservative, business-friendly states that align with the company’s family-oriented values.
- Aplin praised Benton, Arkansas, for its business-friendly environment, which facilitated the opening of Buc-ee’s newest location, highlighting the importance of supportive local leadership.
- Founded in 1982, Buc-ee’s operates 58 locations across 14 states, primarily in conservative-leaning areas, with plans to open several new travel centers through 2028.
- The chain is known for its large travel centers featuring extensive fueling stations, clean restrooms, and in-house food, typically creating over 200 jobs per location.
- Upcoming expansions include new stores in Tennessee, Louisiana, Kansas, Florida, Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, and Louisiana, reflecting continued growth primarily in conservative regions.
