Buc-ee’s ribbon cutting set for Monday
Published 1:15 pm Thursday, January 21, 2021
Buc-ee’s will unveil its new travel center in Leeds with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 25 at 11 a.m.
According to a press release, the event will be attended by local leaders including Mayor David Miller, Lee Barnes, Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors member Johnny Brunson, Scott Barnes, City Zoning Administrator Brad Watson and City Clerk Toushi Arbitelle.
Located at 6900 Buc-ee’s Boulevard, Buc-ee’s Leeds joins Buc-ee’s Loxley to bring the total number of Alabama Buc-ee’s travel centers to two. Buc-ee’s currently operates 38 stores across Texas, where it was founded.
Buc-ee’s Leeds occupies more than 53,250 square feet and offers 120 fueling positions just outside its store with thousands of snack, meal and drink options for travelers on the go.
“Leeds is home to a vibrant community that we feel honored to join,” said Stan Beard of Buc-ee’s. “The new location is conveniently located for travelers––just east of Birmingham and on the way to Atlanta. We are thrilled to offer a friendly pit stop for passersby and provide residents of Leeds with new employment opportunities.”
Buc-ee’s Leeds will bring upwards of 200 new, permanent, full-time jobs to the area with great pay, full benefits, 401k and three weeks of vacation.