Buc-ee's Mega Gas Station Chain Eyeing Northeast Ohio Expansion

Mansfield mayor confirms the company is in final stages of approving a new location at the I-39 and I-71 interchange.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Buc-ee's, the popular Texas-based mega gas station and convenience store chain, is in the final stages of approving a new location in Northeast Ohio, according to Mansfield Mayor Jodie Perry. The proposed site would be at the interchange of Interstates 39 and 71, bringing the company's unique offerings like world-record-holding car washes, the largest convenience store, and famous Beaver Nuggets to the region.

Why it matters

Buc-ee's has developed a cult-like following across the South and Southwest for its massive size, extensive product selection, and reputation for having the cleanest restrooms in the country. The potential new Northeast Ohio location would mark the chain's first foray into the Buckeye State, providing a new shopping and dining destination for travelers and residents alike.

The details

Buc-ee's is known for its immense size, with locations featuring the world's largest convenience store and longest car wash. The stores offer a wide variety of products not typically found at gas stations, including freshly-smoked brisket, beef jerky, and the company's signature Beaver Nuggets - a sweet puffed corn snack. The proposed Northeast Ohio site would be located at the interchange of Interstates 39 and 71, providing easy access for travelers.

  • In 2023, Buc-ee's announced it was expanding to the Dayton area.
  • Mansfield Mayor Jodie Perry announced the potential Northeast Ohio location in a Facebook post in March 2026.

The players

Buc-ee's

A Texas-based mega gas station and convenience store chain that has won multiple world records, including the largest convenience store and longest car wash. The company is known for its extensive product selection, including freshly-smoked brisket, beef jerky, and its signature Beaver Nuggets snack.

Jodie Perry

The mayor of Mansfield, Ohio, who announced in a Facebook post that the city is in the final stages of approving a new Buc-ee's location at the interchange of Interstates 39 and 71.

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What’s next

The Mansfield City Council will vote on final approval of the Buc-ee's development project in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

The potential arrival of Buc-ee's in Northeast Ohio represents an exciting new retail and dining option for the region, building on the chain's reputation for providing a unique and memorable experience for travelers and locals alike.