7-Eleven implements company-wide reorganization, layoffs

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  7-Eleven supplier delays Ohio facility

  Warabeya Nichiyo initially expected the ready-to-eat foods facility to open this summer, but now lists the opening date as “to be determined” due to supply chain issues.

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  Couche-Tard names head of QSRs and made-to-order foodservice

  Grant Morris’ promotion is one of several changes the retailer has made this year as it looks to grow food revenues to record heights.

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  Chestnut Market adds third-party delivery

  The company’s grab-and-go food, snacks, drinks and more will be available on DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub through a partnership with Lula Commerce.

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  7-Eleven co-CEO outlines M&A, wholesale strategy through 2030

  Stan Reynolds detailed how bolt-on acquisitions, site conversions and NTIs should combine to grow the company’s North American store count by 2030.

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  Legacy Markets acquires 10 c-stores in South Carolina

  The deal marks Legacy’s arrival in South Carolina, further cementing the convenience retailer as a competitive threat in the region.

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  Seven & i appoints new CFO

  7-Eleven’s parent company has tapped a new financial leader as it looks to transform multiple parts of its business, including its North America operations.

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  7-Eleven launches kids’ meals as food focus ramps up

  The meals, available at Laredo Taco, Raise the Roost Chicken & Biscuits and Speedy Café locations, all include an entree, side, drink and small toy.

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  International flavors on the rise at Rutter’s, 7-Eleven and QuickChek

  Also in product launches, Coen Markets expanded its pizza roll lineup and Stewart’s revealed a new ice cream flavor named after its founders.

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  7-Eleven to remodel over 7,000 c-stores in North America through 2030

  The retailer also plans to convert 2,600 company-operated locations to its franchise model as its growth strategy continues to evolve.

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  3 Big Numbers: Breaking down Yesway’s IPO

  The Texas-based retailer’s SEC filings offer a closer look at its growth plans and financial standing.

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  More than a rough patch: Recent restaurant closures signal market correction

  Persistent traffic declines, rising costs and an oversaturated market are forcing brands to make tough decisions, and robust chains are taking advantage of the moment, experts say.

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  Inside Freshies’ new c-store design

  The Maine-based retailer’s 2.0 format includes several new proprietary food programs, a refreshed visual identity and a beer cave.

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  Casey’s expands AI ordering agents to 90% of its c-stores

  SoundHound’s voice ordering assistants help process food ordered by phone at the retailer’s convenience stores, especially during peak meal times.

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  Royal Farms reveals expansion into South Carolina

  A convenience store in Myrtle Beach will open in May and offer Royal Farms’ made-to-order foodservice program featuring its flagship fried chicken.

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  Fresh Stop acquires 4 c-stores in Texas for $13M

  Two of the stores are located in San Antonio, while the others are in Corpus Christi and Fort Worth. Each location will be rebranded to the Fresh Stop banner.

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  GSTV continues exec shuffle as CEO steps down

  The fuel pump video engagement network has appointed an interim chief executive and given its CFO the additional title of COO.

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  Yesway goes public with $280M IPO

  Chairman and CEO Tom Trkla rang the opening bell Wednesday morning at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City to commence the long-awaited offering.

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  RaceTrac hires first chief people officer

  Mark Gunn previously led the human resources operations at retailers like Hibbett Sports and 99 Cents Only Stores.

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  Inside Kroger’s fueling empire

  Here's how the grocer has quietly established a 1,700-plus-location gas station network whose growth has outpaced the likes of Wawa, QuikTrip and Murphy USA since the turn of the century.

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  QuikTrip to sell urgent care clinics after 6 years in business

  The retailer, which at one point had 14 MedWise sites, is divesting its current nine-location network to healthcare provider Saint Francis Health System.

  Updated April 22, 2026

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  Independent c-store groups partner to enhance education and advocacy

  The APCA and SAASOA, both of which support smaller retailers, will join forces on education, legislative advocacy and developing best practices.

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  7-Eleven adding catering to restaurant locations

  The company has partnered with ezCater on bulk ordering at Speedy Café and Laredo Taco locations, further supporting its foodservice ambitions.

  Updated April 22, 2026

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  Gelson’s debuts 2nd convenience store

  The newly opened ReCharge by Gelson’s in Costa Mesa, California, includes 40 electric-vehicle power stations operated by charging center startup Rove.

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  Chestnut Market parts ways with CEO after just 3 months

  Ryan Oettinger took over the top role at the Northeast c-store chain in January. The reason for his departure is unclear.

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  C-stores are closing the value gap with restaurants, report finds

  Nearly 80% of customers say convenience store prices are equal to or better than those at fast food and fast-casual establishments, Tillster data shows.

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