The grand opening of the very first Sheetz facility in Michigan last year was celebrated by standing room only crowds welcoming the Wick Road convenience store as a needed addition to the Romulus community. In response to that welcome from both the enthusiastic public and helpful city officials, a second Sheetz location in Romulus is now under construction on Smith Road in the city and the company recently announced plans for new locations in the townships of Van Buren, Orion and Shelby townships. Another location is under construction in Chesterfield Township.
“Sheetz is proud to deepen our investment in Southeast Michigan with these new store locations, and we remain committed to being a great neighbor in every community we serve,” said Travis Sheetz, president and CEO. “The overwhelming support we’ve received from communities, local leaders, and residents reinforces what makes the Detroit region so special. As we continue to grow, our focus remains on creating great jobs, supporting local organizations, and delivering the Sheetz experience that customers know and love.”
In a recent letter to the Detroit News, Romulus Mayor Robert McCraight praised Sheetz for the impact on both residents and other businesses in his city.
“Over the last 20 years, I’ve seen plenty of companies come into communities with big promises only to fall short on follow-through,” he said in his letter, “and Sheetz has absolutely earned it.
“Romulus has invested years of hard work into becoming a hub for innovation and forward-thinking growth — where economic development goes hand-in-hand with strong community values. Today, I’m proud to say that Sheetz has helped redefine what’s possible here. We call it the “Sheetz Effect,” a ripple of positive impact that’s energized nearly every part of our local economy,” McCraight wrote.
Sheetz remains on track to open 50-60 locations in southeast Michigan over the next five to six years with the start of construction on several locations beginning later this year and into 2026, according to a prepared statement from the company.
Earlier this month, Sheetz was been named to the annual list of “America’s Most Innovative Companies” by Fortune and Statista. Sheetz was honored as a leader in retail and convenience innovation and was recognized for relentless drive to stay ahead of the curve in delivering new ideas, products and initiatives to customers. Sheetz is the only convenience chain included on the list this year.
