What's up with Buddy's

No, I haven't. They are consistently 10 cents higher/gallon than any other station. Must not realize that they aren't the only game in town any more, with the Tom Thumb just a few miles east of there. My guess is the only fuel they sell is to folks traveling east on 98 freaking out from not seeing any quickie-marts since 331. Any port in a storm...

I haven't shopped at Buddy's ever. Too scared of coming out of the store smelling like a dirty ash tray.

However, quick math tells me that if I were running out of gas and was on hwy 98, I wouldn't travel the other six miles, burning .3 gallons of gas, costing about $1 extra, just to save $1.60 on a 16 gallon fill up, just to drive an additional 6 miles back, costing another $1 worth of gas, to get back to where I was going anyway. It would cost about $.40 more for the fill up, and burn less fuel, put off less emissions, just to shop at the crappy Buddy's. However, if you get water in your gas tank or something like that from shopping at Buddy's, we open a new can of beans.

However, quick math tells me that if I were running out of gas and was on hwy 98, I wouldn't travel the other six miles, burning .3 gallons of gas, costing about $1 extra, just to save $1.60 on a 16 gallon fill up, just to drive an additional 6 miles back, costing another $1 worth of gas, to get back to where I was going anyway. It would cost about $.40 more for the fill up, and burn less fuel, put off less emissions, just to shop at the crappy Buddy's. However, if you get water in your gas tank or something like that from shopping there, we open a new can of beans.

LOL, thanks for pointing out that I've turned into my father! He would drive out of his way to save a few cents on gas, back when it cost 50 cents/gallon! There was a time I would've used your logic on him.

If I'm passing Buddy's, I'm going into or back from PCB, so it's not an issue.

I have had it with the corner market Buddy's near Rosemary. It is useless, disgusting, embrassing and a complete mess! Why do we have such a piece of crap place in such a beautiful community??????

What can we do about this? Anyone?

You can do like this man, and decide to come up with an alternative fuel source, or close your eyes when you pass.

I haven't shopped at Buddy's ever. Too scared of coming out of the store smelling like a dirty ash tray.

However, quick math tells me that if I were running out of gas and was on hwy 98, I wouldn't travel the other six miles, burning .3 gallons of gas, costing about $1 extra, just to save $1.60 on a 16 gallon fill up, just to drive an additional 6 miles back, costing another $1 worth of gas, to get back to where I was going anyway. It would cost about $.40 more for the fill up, and burn less fuel, put off less emissions, just to shop at the crappy Buddy's. However, if you get water in your gas tank or something like that from shopping there, we open a new can of beans.

what? it smells fine inside. no smoking. I've been in plenty of times.

also, their gas is as good as anyone's, if more expensive. there have been many times when I gladly paid the extra $$ and thankful to be able to do so.

It is the only place in the area to get magazines of a certain type when one is desperate.....this is just what I have been told you understand.

It is the only place in the area to get magazines of a certain type when one is desperate.....this is just what I have been told you understand.

you are a total nutcase. but I'm sure you are correct in your so called "assumption".

It is the only place in the area to get magazines of a certain type when one is desperate.....this is just what I have been told you understand.

It is the only place in the area to get magazines of a certain type when one is desperate.....this is just what I have been told you understand.

ALLIFUNN!!!!

I guess some people just get wound up about different things....this store is an eyesore for some people, others just dont see it as that.

Just as the Big Blue Signs infuriate some people, while others are not bothered by them. At least the signs are clean and new (and painted blue )

Hey at least all the circa 1950 trailers arent just to the west of it anymore.

I guess some people just get wound up about different things....this store is an eyesore for some people, others just dont see it as that.

Just as the Big Blue Signs infuriate some people, while others are not bothered by them. At least the signs are clean and new (and painted blue )

true ibd. I think we can all agree that it is an eyesore, more now than ever. I do think the property needs to be cleaned up. and it probably does need a good inspection. I think others on this thread are just wanting to be respectful to their neighbor, extending them a little common courtesy and giving them a break... perhaps the neighbor (buddy's) should be more respectful of the community... (I do agree though that a few shabby places here and there are good for us. Buddy's is going a little too far.)

the blue signs don't infuriate me, life is way too short. but the entire project does make me seriously wonder about the judgement of our TDC. very poor outcome on an important project. unfortunate use of good resources.

you know ibd, these two issues are quite different, and at the same time more comparable than they seem on the surface. they both impact the community in "appearance", and they both could be "unsafe" in different ways as well.

1. the buddy's business owners apparently have no pride or commitment to the appearance and safety of their business. this will damage their business in the long run. and from the posts on this board, the damage is done to a large degree. they are only hurting themselves by neglecting to do what is right. I am not proud of this establishment. but I don't really feel the need to throw them out either. Their future success will be determined by their own action/inaction. meanwhile, it has obviously become a concern to the community. maybe community members will make a gentle effort, as good neighbors, to get something done about it.

2. the people of 30A have great pride in their neighborhoods and insist on signage compatible with the unique character of the community. I think if people are unhappy and want to improve the signs which represent their neighborhoods, then they should take action and do so - and they are doing just that. its very do-able. and if it can be done, then SoWal residents will do it. It's really what sets our community apart. I am proud of this community. the issue is very important to a great many, making it a real community effort. a desirable outcome will no doubt result. not to mention that the poor design is the work of a govt agency who should be held accountable. our community is showing the TDC that we expect way better.

wouldn't it be nice to have a good old mom and pop station there that sold good fried chicken & biscuits...

true ibd. I think we can all agree that it is an eyesore, more now than ever. I do think the property needs to be cleaned up. and it probably does need a good inspection. I think others on this thread are just wanting to be a little more respectful to their neighbor, extending them a little common courtesy and giving them a break... perhaps the neighbor (buddy's) should be more respectful of the community... (I do agree though that a few shabby places here and there are good for us. Buddy's is going a little too far.)

the blue signs don't infuriate me, life is way too short. but the entire project does make me seriously wonder about the judgement of our TDC. very poor outcome on an important project. unfortunate use of good resources.

you know ibd, these two issues are quite different, and at the same time more comparable than they seem on the surface. they both impact the community in "appearance", and they both could be "unsafe" in different ways as well.

1. the buddy's business owners apparently have no pride or commitment to the appearance and safety of their business. this will damage their business in the long run. and from the posts on this board, the damage is done to a large degree. they are only hurting themselves by neglecting to do what is right. I am not proud of this establishment. but I don't really feel the need to throw them out either. Their future success will be determined by their own action/inaction. meanwhile, it has obviously become a concern to the community. maybe community members will make a gentle effort, as good neighbors, to get something done about it.

2. the people of 30A have great pride in their neighborhoods and insist on signage compatible with the unique character of the community. the big blue monsters probably won't negatively impact the business conducted along 30a as tourists won't care that much about the signs. but 30A businesses and residents have to see them each and every day - these are the folks who make 30A what it is. I think if they are unhappy and want to improve the signs which represent their neighborhoods, then they should take action and do so - and they are doing just that. its very do-able. and if it can be done, then SoWal residents will do it. It's really what sets our community apart. I am proud of this community. the issue is very important to a great many, making it a real community effort. as a result, a desirable outcome will no doubt result. not to mention that the poor design is the work of a govt agency who should be held accountable. our community is showing the TDC that we expect way better.

Toots, that was so well said! ITA!

I haven't stopped at Buddy's except to turn around ;-) but if I needed gas, I'd stop. My issue with appearance and cleanliness comes in regarding the little ones yelling, "Mama, I gotta go to the pottie BBBAAADDD!!!" while I'm thinking, "Why the heck didn't I remember to make them go before we left home?"

If at all possible, I avoid an unsanitary convenience stores regarding that situation. I had to drive a really, really long way in ATL trying to find a suitable restroom for The Wedge (AKA middle child) 'cause areas like Clarkston and Decatur are just nasty right along 285. I would have rather have her pee in the car and fix the mess later than to have taken her into a nasty store.

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2. the people of 30A have great pride in their neighborhoods and insist on signage compatible with the unique character of the community. the big blue monsters probably won't negatively impact the business conducted along 30a as tourists won't care that much about the signs. but 30A businesses and residents have to see them each and every day - these are the folks who make 30A what it is. I think if they are unhappy and want to improve the signs which represent their neighborhoods, then they should take action and do so - and they are doing just that. its very do-able. and if it can be done, then SoWal residents will do it. It's really what sets our community apart. I am proud of this community. the issue is very important to a great many, making it a real community effort. as a result, a desirable outcome will no doubt result. not to mention that the poor design is the work of a govt agency who should be held accountable. our community is showing the TDC that we expect way better.

I think if the area's uniqueness continues to be chipped away at - with things like overdevelopment and big blue signs (just like you find in many towns across the US) - that it will be affected because enough tourists come to SoWal because of it's artistic reputation and because it has that different feel.

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I wonder if the peeps at Rosemary were the ones who burned down the VFW, which was adjacent to Rosemary, and also on Scenic Corridor 98, just to clean up the neighborhood. lol.

Hey, tootsie, I have never been inside Buddy's, but it reminds me of the type of gas station where the employees chain smoke 24-7. I did stop at the BP station just over the Bay County line, not too long after FL banned smoking in the workplace, and they were chain smoking away. I went inside to give them my credit card and sign the receipt, and I came out smelling as though I was a chain smoker, for the remainder of the day. Apparently, those people told the gov't to shove it.

I wonder if the peeps at Rosemary were the ones who burned down the VFW, which was adjacent to Rosemary, and also on Scenic Corridor 98, just to clean up the neighborhood. lol.

Hey, tootsie, I have never been inside Buddy's, but it reminds me of the type of gas station where the employees chain smoke 24-7. I did stop at the BP station just over the Bay County line, not too long after FL banned smoking in the workplace, and they were chain smoking away. I went inside to give them my credit card and sign the receipt, and I came out smelling as though I was a chain smoker, for the remainder of the day. Apparently, those people told the gov't to shove it.

I wonder if the peeps at Rosemary were the ones who burned down the VFW, which was adjacent to Rosemary, and also on Scenic Corridor 98, just to clean up the neighborhood. lol.

Hey, tootsie, I have never been inside Buddy's, but it reminds me of the type of gas station where the employees chain smoke 24-7. I did stop at the BP station just over the Bay County line, not too long after FL banned smoking in the workplace, and they were chain smoking away. I went inside to give them my credit card and sign the receipt, and I came out smelling as though I was a chain smoker, for the remainder of the day. Apparently, those people told the gov't to shove it.

oh, are you talking about that gas station/store/bar just over the county line on back beach road? those guys stayed in there and smoked and drank beer all day long. I walked in there once and cracked up! then asked someone about it. apparently, they were allowed to continue smoking inside because it was a bar that didn't serve food. they just happened to sell gas too. and some grocery items. what a riot!! these old geezers hung out all day, I hear. it was really one of the last of its kind. it closed down a few years ago.

I was going to compass physical therapy, just next door, and that's when I noticed it and went inside for a coke. it was like stepping way back in time. I asked the therapists about it. they gave me the scoop. and they would go for a visit from time to time when they needed a drink or a smoke or a lift.

That's the place. Talk about character. I think it used to be a restaurant, but when the smoking laws changed about not smoking in restaurants, they stopped selling food, and just had tables for people to drink beer. They must have closed down after the State of FL kept harassing them for smoking in the work place. "If I can't smoke at work, I ain't working no more."

That's the place. Talk about character. I think it used to be a restaurant, but when the smoking laws changed about not smoking in restaurants, they stopped selling food, and just had tables for people to drink beer. They must have closed down after the State of FL kept harassing them for smoking in the work place. "If I can't smoke at work, I ain't working no more."

no! smoking was allowed, I think. because smoking is still allowed in the state of fla in bars that do not serve food. so the cashier counter doubled as a bar. no kidding! it was really funny. there were sale signs up for a while. don't know what ever happened. did they tear it down?

I have had it with the corner market Buddy's near Rosemary. It is useless, disgusting, embrassing and a complete mess! Why do we have such a piece of crap place in such a beautiful community??????

What can we do about this? Anyone?

What other business establishments do you want to shut down? They are waiting on the insurance to pay to fix the fire damage. They had to have approval from the fire dept. to keep it open after the fire. I doubt if they have many if any code violations and are still open. They remodeled the restrooms not long ago. If you want to talk about useless, 3 stop lights in Rosemary Beach. I'm sure they would have been fine with only two.

What other business establishments do you want to shut down? They are waiting on the insurance to pay to fix the fire damage. They had to have approval from the fire dept. to keep it open after the fire. I doubt if they have many if any code violations and are still open. They remodeled the restrooms not long ago. If you want to talk about useless, 3 stop lights in Rosemary Beach. I'm sure they would have been fine with only two.

hydro - thanks for the info. sounds like they are going to move forward, and of course they would want to do this. they know it must be done for a number of reasons. it is taking a long time though.

what the traffic lights in RB have to do with anything is beyond me.

I think Stan brings up the three traffic lights in Rosemary Beach being out of place, just as one might think that Buddy's is out of place. Rosemary's traffic lights are the only ones on the entire 17ish miles of 30A, except for the connections into 98, and I think they were only approved to install two of them.

Other than Chevron on the far west end I think Buddy's is the only place on 30A that sells Chavez-free gas, if that matters to consumers.

I wonder if the peeps at Rosemary were the ones who burned down the VFW, which was adjacent to Rosemary, and also on Scenic Corridor 98, just to clean up the neighborhood. lol.

Hey, tootsie, I have never been inside Buddy's, but it reminds me of the type of gas station where the employees chain smoke 24-7. I did stop at the BP station just over the Bay County line, not too long after FL banned smoking in the workplace, and they were chain smoking away. I went inside to give them my credit card and sign the receipt, and I came out smelling as though I was a chain smoker, for the remainder of the day. Apparently, those people told the gov't to shove it.

You aren't missing much having not ventured inside. I have more to say on the subject but after I had it typed it looked libelous.

You aren't missing much having not ventured inside. I have more to say on the subject but after I had it typed it looked libelous.