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Buc-ee's Beaver Lawsuit Sparks Backlash and Boycotts in Ohio

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Buc-ee's, a Texas-based convenience store chain, is facing backlash for suing Beaver's Mini Mart in Ohio over its beaver mascot. Buc-ee's claims the mini mart's beaver logo infringes on their own "Bucky" beaver trademark. This legal action has sparked public outcry, with supporters of the smaller business organizing boycotts and online protests, even gaining attention from comedian John Oliver. The city of Beavercreek has officially recognized the beaver as part of its local history in response to the dispute. AI

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Buc-ee's Beaver Lawsuit Sparks Backlash and Boycotts in Ohio

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Julie Carr Smyth, The Associated Press ·

    Buc-ee’s Buckeye backlash as beaver infringement lawsuit infuriates Mini Mart maniacs in Ohio

    Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, who attended and praised the grand opening of the Dayton-area Buc-ee’s store in April, described the lawsuit as “absurd.”

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