Buc-ee's fans rejoice!!
It's finally official, Buc-ee's are bringing their trademark Beaver Nuggets, and unique travel center experience to Marion County, giving Central Florida it's second Buc-ees location.
The hugely popular gas station chain has received the green light to open the new location in Ocala after Marion County commissioners gave approval for the scheme.
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The proposed development, near Interstate 75, north of Ocala, will feature an 80,000-square-foot travel center, and include 120 gas pumps.
Currently, there are two other Buc-ee’s in Florida, one in Daytona Beach and the other in St. Augustine.
The project’s start date has not been revealed, but don't worry we will keep you up to date!
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Buc-ee’s has become a favorite stopover with a cult following wherever a new location opens.
Buc-ee’s locations are huge, selling everything from the famous Beaver Nuggets, which is actually caramel popcorn, Texas-style brisket sandwiches, fresh jerky, and more Buc-ee's merchandise than you can image!
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Arch Aplin III opened the first Buc-ee’s in July 1982. The name came from his childhood nicknames, “Beaver” and “Bucky Beaver,” the latter of which was inspired by a cartoon character in toothpaste ads!
The brand has since grown throughout the state before expanding across the South, including ithe two locations currently in Florida.
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