Highway 51 Express is Rising Star Business of Third Quarter

The Bollinger County Chamber Rising Star Business of the third quarter is Highway 51 Express. Ronald Reagan and Vickie Welker are the owners of this small locally owned convenience store that offers a friendly family atmosphere where fun and enjoyable conversation abound. Hwy. 51 Express LLC has been serving the community and surrounding area for over four years. Reagan says "We leased the store for the first year. After that year Vickie asked if I was going to buy it. I said yes, and she said "Are you crazy?" I guess so. But the reason I wanted to keep Hwy 51 open is because of the people. When you can have a business and see how much everyone enjoys the surroundings that makes it all worthwhile. I believe that we will not take anything with us when we leave this earth; but we will leave a legacy behind of Hwy 51 Express and the memories.

Hwy 51 Express has two full time employees and four part time employees. Reagan says we value each and everyone that works for Hwy 51 Express LLC. You always need to think ahead of the game. With these day and times challenges change from day to day. You need to find a happy medium that works for most people. Customer satisfaction is a top priority. We have wonderful customers that make Hwy 51 Express worth all the challenges that we face each and every day. We try to make sure that each and every base is covered and that we have what it takes to have another successful week. We listen to the customers and try to make smart business decisions for now and the future. Reagan attributes Hwy 51 Express' success to having a friendly atmosphere. Reagan says you have to have a business for the community. The original employees had a talent I felt was valuable. The convenience store offered more for the people of the community.

The Hwy 51 Express menu includes the normal hamburgers and fries, etc. On Friday and Saturdays we have ribeye steaks hand cut and fixed to your liking. We have catfish, shrimp, and frog legs with the sides. Through the week we have daily specials listed on our menu board which we try to get on Facebook each week.

Hwy 51 Express is open Monday through Thursday from 5:30am till 8:00pm, Friday from 5:30am till 9:00pm, Saturday from 6:00am till 9:00pm, and Sunday from 7:00am till 8:00pm. Our hours of business changes staying open 1 hour longer in the summer months starting with daylight savings time. One hour less in the winter also starting with daylight savings time. Call Hwy 51 Express at (573) 866-2286.