411 Main St, Kirkland IL 60146
“We are so lucky to have this gas station in our town. Quite often, we need to drive long distances to a special veterinarian appointment for a breeding or to deliver a puppy out of town. We always stop here to top off the gas tank and to stock up on drinks and snacks for, what is frequently, an entire day of driving. Phil”
1890 Crystal Pkwy, Belvidere IL 61008
“Very clean place I was very impressed by Christine I was talking to her about the truck stop and she was so knowledgeable thank you very much Christine for all your help I will tell all my friends about this place”
2720 Dekalb Ave, Sycamore IL 60178
“I highly recommend Hy-Vee Pharmacy. They have wonderful people who help you with any questions you may have about your medications. They also make pill packs for you. Many pharmacies don’t. One day I asked if they sold a few over-the-counter medicines I needed. The girl knew exactly where they were and brought them to me.”
2720 Dekalb Ave, Sycamore IL 60178
“Hey love the gas station great people good prices I'm writing this because you're closed right now, but the coupler for the fuel Nozzle on pump four is leaking gas”
1615 Dekalb Ave, Sycamore IL 60178
“Great customer service. I went there to get some kerosene, and the person on duty gladly made sure the pump was operational. I'm sure more gets used during the heating season. All worked out perfectly, and I paid inside since there isn't a card reader on that pump. The kerosene is reasonably priced, and it was a great experience because the attendant was very helpful and conscientious.”
129 E Railroad St, Kingston IL 60145
“It's in the middle of no place but has decent food for the price. The people were friendly. It's by a nice park in an area with not a lot going on so I was happy to find the place.”
601 S Peace Rd, Sycamore IL 60178
“I really enjoy this gas station, it's employees are always chill and jovial and make conversation if I intiate it. They're responsive and nice too. They have...6? icee flavors I believe, some are seasonal (though they've had this set for a pretty long time) and for Summer 2025, they're only 99c for like....a 48ounce cup. Hell yeah man. Gettin me some icees this summer. I don't know, I just like how chill the store is. It never feels judgey or like anyone's anxious or hyper, it's just a chill gas station.”
2001 Dekalb Ave, Sycamore IL 60178
“Yesterday my vehicle told me that my tire pressure was low. I immediately started to panic because I was on my way to Wisconsin. I saw that circle k had a tire pump but I had never used one before. I went inside to ask if one of the clerks could help and he willingly help me. He went out of his way to make sure that each of my tires was pumped up. I wish I could remember his name. It was great customer service for something that he did not have to do. Thank you”
1400 Dekalb Ave, Sycamore IL 60178
“As someone who pops in most everyday at random times, I can honestly say, I enjoy chatting with the different employees that work there. It's nice to be able to go in and they know your name. #greatguys #smalltownfeel”
2502 Pearl St, Belvidere IL 61008
“Stopped at this gas station a couple times in the past few years. The staff has been very freindly and their always trying to get me the best deal in town. The gas station is clean and has an amazing appearance. They sell licensed hats that are amazing quality and are cheaper then anywhere ive seen. This gas station is truly one of a kind i would've never expected to have a favorite gas station.”
The Iowa retailer, the third-largest convenience store operator in the country, built its new three-year plan around three priorities: store growth, food and beverage expansion, and kitchen technology upgrades. The company plans to add 120 stores during the current fiscal year. Its previous plan, launched in 2023, delivered more than 500 new stores and earned the company a spot in the S&P 500.
Read the postLove's Travel Stops is starting 2025 with ambitious growth plans, adding 20 new stores and updating 50 current locations across the country. The truck stop company will upgrade its stores through its Strategic Remodel Initiative, which started in 2022. This includes the modernization of its recently acquired turnpike location in Stroud, Oklahoma. By 2035, over half of Love's 655 stores will be either new or updated.
Read the postTexas-born Buc-ee's is changing the way people think about gas stations and convenience stores. This chain is known for its huge stores along highways, some with over 100 fuel pumps. With its funny billboard ads, award-winning clean bathrooms, and branded items Buc-ee’s is hard to miss. The company wants people to actually plan to stop at Buc-ee's during road trips, not just go there as a last resort. And it's working - the chain has a huge fan base, with Facebook groups dedicated to Buc-ee's having hundreds of thousands of members.
Read the postSheetz Inc., the Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain, is making big moves in the Motor City. The company announced plans to open four more locations across metro Detroit, weeks before opening its first Michigan location. The first Michigan Sheetz will open its doors in late summer at 33380 Wick Road in Romulus. More locations are planned for Taylor, Warren, and Macomb Township, each employing around 30 people, mostly full-time.
Read the postLove's Travel Stops is rolling out a new system that turns work into a game for its restaurant employees. Picture this: Three big screens in each restaurant, tracking how fast workers greet customers, take orders, and hand out food. It's not just for show - early results say it's making service 11 seconds faster on average. "These monitors track key performance metrics in real-time, such as greet times, order processing times and the time it takes for food handoff," Love's explains. The system creates a more interactive environment, fostering friendly competition between stores.
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