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Daily Mail
19 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Costco makes major change to its gas stations… and shoppers love it
Costco has expanded its gas station hours and added more pumps, much to the delight of its loyal customers. The big box retailer will now keep its gas stations open from 6am until 10pm at night on weekdays, conveniently expanding the hours members can fuel up. On Saturday and Sunday, gas stations now open at 6am and close at 8:30pm and 7:30pm, respectively. The extended hours may vary for Costco members in California and Hawaii, the company said. The wholesale giant originally closed it 60 gas stations at 9pm but decided to extend its hours further for customer convenience. The change has delighted members, with one noting on X: 'Costco remodeled their gas station and I love it. 'It's so spacious and each lane has an extra pump. Been there twice now. Late evening and early afternoon. No lines!! In and out.' 'Found out that the gas station at Costco opens at 6am. It's on my way to work. No lines and top tier gas,' another member wrote. 'The fuel prices alone are worth the membership,' a third person added. 'We also extended our gas station hours during the quarter to make filling up at Costco more convenient for our members,' Costco CEO Rob Vachri told investors during the company's first quarter earnings call. 'Generally, our stations are now staying open an hour later than they did previously, with some opening earlier as well.' Costco's chief financial officer Gary Millerchip said gas stations were increasingly popular with members. 'We are seeing an improvement in overall usage of the gas station,' he said on the earnings call. 'It's early days, of course, but so far, we've been pleased by the member response.' Costco has built a reputation for consistently offering gas prices below market averages, leading to the familiar sight of vehicle queues at Costco pumps across the country. Fuel sales made up around 12 percent of the Costco's total sales last year, and its cheap gas and accessible stations are a key incentive for memberships. Unlike their rivals Costco's gas stations are for its members only While major rivals such as Sam's Club have also invested in gas stations, they are open to the public and not just to members. Costco has continued to thrive in recent months despite the economic turbulence brought about by tariffs - and for defying the White House by sticking with its DEI stance. Costco's sales were up 8 percent in the first quarter of the year. Inflation-weary and uncertain consumers are increasingly turning to cheaper bulk shopping.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Two injured in shooting at west Houston gas station, police say
The Brief Police believe the shooting happened at the Citgo gas station on Windswept Lane on Saturday night. One victim went into surgery and is said to be in critical condition. Police are expected to release information about a suspect. HOUSTON - Two men were sent to a hospital Saturday following a shooting at a gas station in west Houston, police say. What we know Police believe the shooting happened at the Citgo gas station in the 6300 block of Windswept Lane, Officers were called at about 9:30 p.m. on Saturday. When they arrived, they found a man with multiple gunshot wounds. HPD Lt. Ali says the man went into surgery and is believed to be in critical condition. Shortly after, another person came to the hospital and was believed to have been shot at the same scene. Police say that person was not critically injured. Investigators with HPD Major Assaults Division will investigate the shooting. What we don't know No one involved in this shooting has been identified at this point. Police say they will release a suspect description soon. There is no information on the motive behind the shooting. The Source OnScene and Houston Police Lt. Ali.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
State Ethics Commission reaches settlement with Cuba mayor to resolve misconduct claim
May 30—SANTA FE — The State Ethics Commission has entered into a settlement agreement with a northern New Mexico mayor accused of benefitting from a directive that required village-owned vehicles to be refueled at a gas station he owns. The settlement agreement between the commission and Cuba Mayor Denny Herrera entered into this week avoids potential legal action by resolving all claims in the dispute. While not acknowledging any wrongdoing, Herrera agreed to pay $2,500 to the state and an additional $1,000 to the village of Cuba. After an investigation prompted by an online complaint, the Ethics Commission found reason to believe Herrera improperly benefited from a village directive that required employees to only use the convenience store he owns to refuel their government vehicles. The state Governmental Conduct Act specifically prohibits public officers from selling, or offering to sell, goods or services through businesses they own to employees under their supervision. While that law provides for both criminal and civil penalties, the State Ethics Commission does not have the authority to file criminal charges, said the commission's deputy director Amelia Bierle. Cases in which such charges could be filed are typically referred to district attorneys or Attorney General Raúl Torrez's office for review, she added. As part of the settlement agreement, Herrera informed Cuba in writing about his ownership of the gas station. He also clarified that village employees can gas up their work cars at any establishment that accepts special government debit cards. The settlement agreement did not specify how many such gas stations are located in Cuba, which had a population of 628 people as of 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. Herrera became Cuba's mayor after winning a three-way race in March 2022 with more than two-thirds of the 234 votes cast. He could not immediately be reached for comment Friday, and his attorney in the settlement agreement, Tom Hnasko, said he was not available to discuss its terms.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
State Ethics Commission reaches settlement with Cuba mayor to resolve misconduct claim
May 30—SANTA FE — The State Ethics Commission has entered into a settlement agreement with a northern New Mexico mayor accused of benefitting from a directive that required village-owned vehicles to be refueled at a gas station he owns. The settlement agreement between the commission and Cuba Mayor Denny Herrera entered into this week avoids potential legal action by resolving all claims in the dispute. While not acknowledging any wrongdoing, Herrera agreed to pay $2,500 to the state and an additional $1,000 to the village of Cuba. After an investigation prompted by an online complaint, the Ethics Commission found reason to believe Herrera improperly benefited from a village directive that required employees to only use the convenience store he owns to refuel their government vehicles. The state Governmental Conduct Act specifically prohibits public officers from selling, or offering to sell, goods or services through businesses they own to employees under their supervision. While that law provides for both criminal and civil penalties, the State Ethics Commission does not have the authority to file criminal charges, said the commission's deputy director Amelia Bierle. Cases in which such charges could be filed are typically referred to district attorneys or Attorney General Raúl Torrez's office for review, she added. As part of the settlement agreement, Herrera informed Cuba in writing about his ownership of the gas station. He also clarified that village employees can gas up their work cars at any establishment that accepts special government debit cards. The settlement agreement did not specify how many such gas stations are located in Cuba, which had a population of 628 people as of 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. Herrera became Cuba's mayor after winning a three-way race in March 2022 with more than two-thirds of the 234 votes cast. He could not immediately be reached for comment Friday, and his attorney in the settlement agreement, Tom Hnasko, said he was not available to discuss its terms.
CBS News
4 days ago
- General
- CBS News
Man with kitchen knife barricades himself inside Detroit-area gas station, police say
Police say a man appearing to be carrying a kitchen knife has barricaded himself inside a gas station on Friday in Allen Park. The standoff is unfolding at the Marathon gas station at Allena and Southfield roads. Police say people were able to get out. Police received a call about a man sitting outside a McDonald's at about 4:30 p.m., but when officers arrived, the man ran into the gas station. They say he is the only person inside the store. Officers remain on the scene. This story is developing. Stay with CBS News Detroit as more information becomes available.
