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7-Eleven hires industry veteran to spearhead fresh food
Richard Guidry most recently was senior vice president of foodservice for GPM Investments, where he helped launch the retailer’s Fas Craves food program.
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Pilot expands electric semi-truck charging plans
The travel center company plans to add Tesla chargers at around 20 locations across California, Georgia, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas.
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Amazon Go is shutting down
The tech-forward format that took the industry by storm when it launched in 2018 will soon close down along with all Amazon Fresh grocery stores.
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3 c-stores pushing the envelope in loyalty innovation
Gas N’ Wash, Weigel’s and 7-Eleven are taking the traditional tools of a loyalty program and creating something bigger.
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Stinker updates loyalty program
The new program does away with login passwords and shoppers can sign up at point-of-sale touchpoints in store and at the pump.
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Trump administration must release EV charger funds, court rules
The Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration “yanked the NEVI Formula Program’s cord out of the outlet,” said U.S. District Judge Tana Lin. “It is simply not how things are lawfully done.”
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Parker’s Rewards shifts to points-based system
The updated offering also lets customers use their phone number instead of a loyalty card, among other updates.
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Rich Products acquires largest private label pizza manufacturer in North America
By integrating Great Kitchens Food Company, Rich’s aims to “create a vertically integrated topped pizza and flatbread platform,” the company said on Monday.
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Do cannabis products still have a future in convenience stores?
Demand is still growing as some retailers test the category, but recent legislation could mean it’s just too risky for many operators.
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Shell’s head of projects and technology stepping down
Robin Mooldijk’s 35-year career with the company will end Feb. 28 as the oil and energy giant restructures its leadership team.
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BP adds manufacturer-funded digital coupons to Earnify app
This update, powered by tech company Inmar Intelligence and retail media company Axonet, brings savings more commonly found at grocers to c-stores for the first time.
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Column3 Big Numbers: C-stores step up as third places
With their food reputation growing and stores increasingly inviting customers to stay a while, retailers could fill another role in their communities.
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Deep DiveWas RaceTrac’s Potbelly deal an anomaly or the start of a new M&A trend?
C-store operators looking to acquire a QSR brand face several potential risks, experts say. But the upside could be tremendous.
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ExtraMile joins growing list of c-store retailers debuting alcohol rebates
Value offers have become increasingly common in convenience stores in recent years as operators large and small have seen their profits dip.
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Deep DiveDrink up: Restaurants will spend more on beverage innovation in 2026
Mocktails, energy drinks and premium caffeine options are set to sweep through menus this year.
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Buc-ee’s next stop? Nebraska.
The supersized c-store chain is looking to build its first location in the state as it continues its growth across the continental U.S.
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Pops Mart sells all 54 c-stores, wholesale business
The East Coast retailer has divided its convenience retail and fueling business among three buyers, including Sunoco and Petroleum Marketing Group.
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Smithfield Foods to buy Nathan’s Famous for $450M
The purchase of the iconic hot dog brand will enable the pork giant to grow sales of its packaged meat business — its largest segment.
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Top c-store conferences for 2026
From supplier shows to tech expos to the NACS Show, here are the top convenience industry events to keep in mind as 2026 gets underway.
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Former Brother’s Food Mart operator declares bankruptcy
Brother’s, one of New Orleans’ largest c-store chains, drew attention when its roughly 50 locations were acquired by Mountain Express in 2021.
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Wawa steps into Tesla charger ownership
The East Coast retailer hosts more Tesla chargers than any other company, and is now going to own, price and brand the infrastructure at some sites.
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Parker’s becomes the latest c-store to up its beverage game
A new location in Georgia is the first to offer the retailer’s made-to-order beverage program, and marks the debut of its larger PK2 store prototype.
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Column3 Big Numbers: Refuel, Weigel’s and Stinker recap growth in 2025
All three retailers shared updates on their operations last year, from a loyalty boom to worker retention improvements.
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Walmart’s John Furner overhauls leadership
The soon-to-be CEO of Walmart Inc. announced a slew of executive changes, including his own successor to lead the U.S. business.
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Yesway hires former Jacksons exec as chief tech officer
Tapping Robert Hampton signals that Yesway is preparing to boost its technology infrastructure, which hasn’t been a priority for the company in recent years.
