Latest News About Buc-Ee's

Here’s the latest on Buc-ee’s based on recent reporting:

• Buc-ee’s continues expanding, with new locations planned across several states in 2025–2026, including Mississippi, Georgia, Virginia, Texas, Arizona, Ohio, Florida, Arkansas, North Carolina, and others, signaling its ongoing nationwide growth.[1][3]

• In 2026 there are reports of new store openings and construction in Goodyear, Arizona (first Arizona location) and additional openings in Goodyear and surrounding areas as part of a broader expansion push.[1]

• The company has faced some scrutiny, including a 2026 BBB rating setback, where Buc-ee’s received an “F” due to a high number of complaints and perceived responsiveness issues, though the brand remains highly rated in other customer-satisfaction rankings.[4]

• One notable development around late 2025–early 2026 is ongoing discussions about new Buc-ee’s in various markets, with some communities pushing back or evaluating impacts before permitting, a common theme as the chain scales beyond its core footprint.[6]

Illustration: A Buc-ee’s location typically features a large gas station, a spacious store with local and branded snacks, and the chain’s signature beaver mascot—elements that contribute to its recognizable roadside appeal and rapid expansion.[1]

If you’d like, I can pull the most recent openings by state or provide a quick timeline of announced openings from 2024–2026.

Sources:

• Buc-ee’s expansion coverage and forthcoming openings across multiple states[3][1]
• BBB rating and customer-satisfaction context for Buc-ee’s in 2026[4]
• Reports on expansion-related local pushback and regulatory considerations[6]