Random fact you don't know about me: I have my CDL and can drive a semi truck. (Like I said, I've…read morelived a lot of lives!) You can call me Juvenile, too, because I can back that thang up! As I begin my LMT career, I am still working at Amazon (thanks, Covid) in the transportation department to pay bills and provide insurance for my family. Today, I am on the road to Columbus, Ohio. I love road trips! Whether in a group or riding solo, I simply enjoy cruising down the highway. Today, I'm solo. There's nothing quite like listening to some good music with someone special on your mind the entire drive until you can take a break and send a little message to remind them how special they are. Today's playlist: Snoop D. O. Double G (favorite: Gin & Juice), 2Pac (favorite: How Do U Want It), and some Beyoncé (favorite: Countdown). Oh, and my favorite rap song of all time? It also features Snoop... Nuthin' But a G Thang. It's a masterpiece. At one point, I even turned my hat around backwards and listened to some Limp Bizkit (Don't judge me for that one! It's a guilty pleasure and helps me keep Rollin' ;) That's punny!) Oh, yeah, the Love's. It's fine. It's a truck stop like any other truck stop. Pretty clean. When you are hauling a 53 foot trailer, there aren't a lot of places to stop for a break. So Love's serves its purpose. This one has a Wendy's and a Subway, so I guess that's cool if you're hungry. (Maybe a half-step better than Little Caesar's and Subway?) They have things. Stop if you need gas or a bathroom. Well, it's time for me to hit the road and think about special people and spectacular events.

Love's doesn't always have the cheapest fuel, at least on their posted fuel price. BUT, when you…read morescan your Love's barcode, you get ten cents off per gallon and that will almost always make Love's the cheapest fuel. This stop was no different, filling up the Sprinter van, cleaning the windshield with their extra long squeegee sticks and then visiting the clean restroom. Snacks and drinks are well stocked including the roller hot dogs and the coffee station. They have a Wendy's and a Subway if either of those appeal to you. And they have a small dog park. [Review 1325 of 2024 - 245 in Ohio - 22348 overall]

I live in Xenia, Ohio (who has some of the worst customer service reps ever, the rudest would be…read moreMark), so when I come to the Fairborn, Ohio's Kroger and the customer service is outstanding; I consider myself an Equal Opportunity Reviewer. I review the bad and the good. So, I am very saddened to finally get an opportunity to talk to one of the Fairborn Kroger's employees that I have called about, went online about, and personally talked to a manager about say she hasn't received any praised about a review I reported. Her name is Sharon, she monitors the Uscan at Fairborn's Kroger. She is an epitome of customer service, I go to the Fairborn store about 4 times a week (I try to stay out of the Xenia Store as much as possible) there has not been one time that she has not greeted me with a smile, offered help when it looks like I'm struggling, and thanked me as I'm leaving. That is customer service, and she should be acknowledged. DO BETTER FAIRBORN KROGERS!!!!!!!

You can't buy gift cards between 11pm and midnight! What? Believe it or not, it is true! I went to…read moreshop at 11pm knowing the store closes at midnight. I did my shopping and had "self" checked out most of my items but still had multiple gift cards to ring up. Found out the registers at this Kroger will not take gift cards between 11pm and midnight! I am not happy. I actually couldn't believe it. I spent a good amount of time selecting the cards for Easter baskets. I now have to go back tomorrow and do it all over again. The employees were apologetic and told me it was a corporate decision. Regardless, this is unacceptable. Kroger needs to address this issue. Kroger is already over-priced.

No app or adapters needed to charge your EV. Just plug in, pay, and let it charge. Super fast…read morecharging at 10 available plugins. There are also trash cans and squeegees available to clean your windshield. Located at a mega gas station that is extremely clean and well stocked. They have indoor seating, clean restrooms, and a restaurant inside to roam around while you wait. Charging made convenient and simple. Wish there were more chargers like this! Thank you!!

Oh, sheetz! I'm back on the road, again, headed to Columbus for the second time this week. This…read morewasn't my run, but no one else wanted to take it due to bad weather. But who do you turn to when you need someone you can count on to get an important job done? Your boy, right here. That's who! Ok, on to the important stuff... Today's road trip playlist: A HEALTHY dose of Cold War Kids Some Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats A few random songs that always put me in a good mood: Electric Feel by MGMT A-Punk by Vampire Weekend Doin' Time (both versions!) by Sublime and Lana Del Rey I've never been to a Sheetz before, but it won't be my last. I can say I really "love(s)" this place a lot more than the spot across the street I previously reviewed. It is clean, has a walk-in beer cooler, and food that is made to order. They have burgers, hot dogs, and brats. I got a California Cobb salad with guacamole and fresh bacon. The salad was a nice size. Your order from a touchscreen kiosk and then pay at the counter. When your food is ready, they call your number. No fuss. The workers were kind and helpful and joking around with me. The place is also easy to get in and get out (which was not the case at the other gas station earlier in the week. That was a nightmare.) So, when I'm heading through Ohio, Sheetz is gonna be my new gas station that I'll be looking for.

High prices and the inventory is highly suspect. You're better off making the drive to Xenia and…read moreshopping at Kroger. The extra gas money you have to spend will be made up for in more selection, better quality produce and frozen foods and much better prices.

Love our Hometown Grocery store. Love that they have a hot deli and grab and go options for food …read more Especially when we don't have much options on food in this town. Staff is always friendly. The new owners are doing great!