Apr 24, 2025 - Business

Sheetz keeps expanding across Central Ohio

Alissa Widman Neese

An overview of the pumps at a Sheetz gas station, with a red overhang — Photo: Ben Hasty/MediaNews Group/Reading Eagle via Getty Images

Sheetz's rapid expansion into the Columbus region hasn't run out of gas.

Driving the news: The Pennsylvania-based chain known for its cheap eats and cult following is on track to meet its goal of opening over 50 new stores in the area by the year's end.

What they're saying: Over 40 are already open and several are planned through early 2026, spokesperson Nick Ruffner tells us.

Up next, in May: 1555 Polaris Parkway and 5757 W. Broad St. in Galloway.
"We are grateful for the warm reception we've received from the residents of central Ohio," Ruffner says.

The intrigue: The chain is apparently more iconic in its home state than Crayola crayons and Hershey's chocolate.

In a 64-product bracket hosted by the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry, Sheetz's MTO menu was crowned 2025's "Coolest Thing Made in PA," Axios Pittsburgh reports.

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