As Ike nears, chain asks for limit on gas buys

SANFORD, N.C. – A North Carolina-based convenience store chain is asking customers in 11 states

Melissa Anderson of The Pantry said Thursday her company didn’t have supply problems but was being proactive.

“It is voluntary, just to make sure that during this period of time that people are acting responsibly. We did the same thing during Hurricane Katrina,” Anderson said.