Big Red’s is the next chapter in a long tradition of family-owned service, built on the legacy of Jernigan Oil Company. Founded in 1948 in Ahoskie, North Carolina, Jernigan Oil has spent generations serving communities across Eastern North Carolina and Southern Virginia with dependable fuel, strong relationships, and a commitment to treating customers like family.
In 2026, that same spirit of innovation and community focus led to the creation of Big Red’s—a modern convenience store experience designed for today’s customers while staying true to our roots.


