Residents, experts believe Buc-ee’s location in KCK will boost tourism

KSHB 41 reporter Rachel Henderson covers neighborhoods in Wyandotte and Leavenworth counties. Share your story idea with Rachel .

Experts say the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas’ vote to approve Buc-cee’s coming to KCK is a move that will have a positive and much-needed economic and tourism impact on the county.

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Unified Government commissioners vote to approve plan for Buc-ee’s location in Kansas City, Kansas on Thursday, Nov. 7.

The UG commission voted unanimously Thursday to approve a $94.8 million proposal for a Buc-ee’s location in Kansas City, Kansas.

Plans call for a 74,000 square-foot building with 120 gas pumps, 12 electric charging stations and other amenities on a 20-acre plot of land located near 601 Village West Parkway.

The beloved nationwide gas-station chain has a cult-like following on social media with thousands of followers and plenty of content.

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Mike Jacobi, a leader in consolidating Wyandotte County’s government, shows off land where Buc-ee’s site will be.

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