Buc-ee's DeForest Expansion: Economic Boost or Staffing Nightmare?

Big changes are on the horizon for DeForest as Texas-based gas station giant Buc-ee's is officially moving forward with its first Wisconsin location. The company has agreed to cover $8.1 million of a $15 million interchange upgrade to build a massive 75,000-square-foot store with 120 gas pumps. This colossal pit stop aims to serve the steady stream of travelers between Madison and the Dells.

But here's the million-dollar question—where will Buc-ee's find 200 employees to staff this mega-station? Local gas stations are already struggling to hire, raising concerns about whether Buc-ee's expansion will be an economic blessing or a staffing disaster in the making. Could this be an opportunity for local workers to land well-paying jobs, or will Buc-ee's face the same staffing shortages plaguing other businesses?

Would you work at Buc-ee's, or is this just another oversized gas station making noise?

Ray of Light 
Meal prep sounds like a great idea—save time, save money, eat healthy. But in reality? It’s just one big scam designed to remind you how much you hate Tupperware.

SZA Gets Real About Fame: Too Much, Too Soon?

Grammy-winning artist SZA is opening up about the dark side of fame. Despite her wildly successful album "SOS," she recently admitted that being famous feels "weird" and even questioned if she was ever meant for the spotlight. Her vulnerability sheds light on how even the most successful stars struggle with the pressures of celebrity life.

SZA's confession raises an important question: can artists truly balance fame and mental health, or is isolation just part of the deal? Her honesty is sparking conversations about how the music industry can better support its artists.

Should more artists take breaks to prioritize their mental health, or is this just part of the fame game?

Not Headline News 

Caitlyn Jenner’s set to attend Trump’s inauguration—should be interesting. Musk, Bezos, and Zuckerberg will be there too, and let’s just say the stage might need some extra support. Trump’s getting his own Diet Coke, but another soda might fit him better. In Singapore, someone got arrested for a bizarre act on an escalator. Disney donated millions to fire victims—generous, right? L.A. banned leaf blowers, which could be awkward for some. AI is cutting jobs, but radio feels safe for now. Bed bugs hit Turkish Airlines, and Taylor Swift’s popping up at Travis Kelce’s game—wonder where the cameras will focus.

Walgreens' Security Fail: Locked-Up Products, Lost Customers

Walgreens thought locking up products would stop theft—turns out, it did the opposite. CEO Tim Wentworth admitted that the strategy backfired, with theft actually increasing by 52%. On top of that, frustrated customers are leaving in droves, unwilling to wait for employees to unlock basic items like deodorant and toothpaste.

Now, Walgreens is closing 1,200 stores and slashing $1 billion in costs to recover. This raises a bigger issue: is locking up products the future of retail security, or is it just driving customers away?

Would you shop somewhere that locks up everyday items, or is Walgreens missing the point?

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