If you live in Ohio, 2026 is the year your commute changes forever. After years of watching neighboring states get the “cool” chains, the wait is officially over. The “Convenience Store Wars” have finally crossed the border, bringing two of the most cult-followed brands in America to the Buckeye State.
But as new icons arrive, a Columbus-based legend is saying a painful goodbye. From the Beaver to the Goose, here is the breakdown of Ohio’s grocery and retail landscape for 2026.
Wawa: The Wait is Over
For years, Ohioans have petitioned, tweeted, and driven to Pennsylvania just to get their hands on a specific brand of coffee and hoagies. In 2026, the drive gets much shorter.
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- The Big Day: April 16,…