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Huck's, established in 1974 with its first convenience store in Grayville, Illinois, has grown into a prominent retailer with over 130 locations across Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Kentucky, and Tennessee. The company, originally founded by Bob Martin and Frank Bayley, became a 100% employee-owned organization in 2001, fostering a strong sense of ownership and dedication among its workforce of over 2,500 employees. In addition to providing a variety of products and services, Huck's is committed to community support through initiatives like the Karing for Kids Charitable Fund, established in 2005 to assist underprivileged children. This charitable endeavor has expanded annually, ensuring assistance is available year-round. Generated from the website

In 1960, Bob Martin and Frank Bayley formed a partnership and began opening Big John supermarkets in small Southern Illinois towns, eventually branching out to Kentucky and Tennessee. Their first convenience store was opened in 1974 in Grayville, IL and was named “HUCK’S”. 

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