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Oxxo USA debuts QSR
The retailer opened its first Ditsch pretzel sandwich restaurant at one of its c-stores in El Paso, Texas, this week.
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Sponsored by UpshopPlaying Moneyball with AI in C-Store foodservice—even if you’re just getting started
Convenience stores used AI to predict demand, cut waste and standardize foodservice. Like Moneyball, they found hidden value and won quietly.
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BrakeTime inks franchise agreement with Burger King
The rollout will begin in Illinois and Texas, according to Vice President of Food, Dispensed Beverage and QSR Rene Da Costa.
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Circle K franchisee ups cannabinoid focus with new THC drink partnership
Despite an uncertain regulatory environment around the beverages, DFW Oil & Energy has now added Varin to its product lineup in Texas.
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Energy drinks’ fortunes are still rising. Here’s how to ride the wave.
While the category is gaining market share with fresh flavors and ideas, competition from other beverages is cutting into sales.
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Wawa closing digital-focused location
The site, located near Drexel University in Philadelphia, had replaced its shelves with ordering kiosks two years ago.
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Moore Oil converting 20 sites to ExtraMile
This is a significant expansion for the Chevron and Jacksons Food Stores joint venture in Birmingham, Alabama, where it only has one location.
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How innovation is fueling the fried chicken wars at c-stores
There’s huge demand for fried chicken menu items in the U.S. But standing out requires c-stores and QSRs to diversify their menus and make it easier for employees to execute.
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8 c-store companies we’re watching in 2026
From upcoming IPOs to ambitious expansion plans, 7-Eleven, EG America, Anabi Oil and others are poised to make big moves this year.
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Circle K expands store management tech partnership
After rolling out Quorso at thousands of European stores, the Alimentation Couche-Tard banner is now bringing the collaboration to North America.
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Pilot redesigns app
The update aims to make the mobile interface easier for users to navigate and switch between personal and professional accounts.
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7-Eleven’s merchandise sales turn positive for first time since 2023
According to its Q3 earnings report, average spending per customer increased year-over-year, with gains from 7-Eleven’s fresh food initiatives helping offset declining traffic.
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Column3 Big Numbers: 7-Eleven’s shifting c-store makeup
The world’s largest convenience retailer has a mix of owned and franchised stores across many sizes and with many amenities. As a North American IPO nears, we take a closer look.
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How RaceTrac is gearing up for more growth
Over the past year, the retailer has been improving its technology, building its supply chain and making acquisitions as it continues expanding.
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DePinto’s departure from 7-Eleven leads December executive shifts
In addition to the longtime leader’s retirement, BP and several regional players made notable moves at the top last month.
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7-Eleven’s chief marketing officer Marissa Jarratt departs
Her last day with the c-store retailer was Jan. 2, according to an internal memo seen by C-Store Dive — the same week that 7-Eleven’s former CEO retired.
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Couche-Tard SVP of strategy named CEO of Irish food retailer
Niall Anderton, who has spearheaded the convenience retailer’s five-year growth plan and transformation program since 2023, will join Musgrave Group in May.
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QuikTrip to break ground on new c-store design this summer
The food-focused format, which will debut in Crestwood, Missouri, is about 1,000 square feet larger than the retailer’s standard locations.
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Deep Dive8 trends that will define convenience retailing in 2026
Operators will once again endure tough economic conditions while continuing to stretch the boundaries of what’s possible in c-stores.
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Stinker Stores sells 12 c-stores in Colorado
Murphy USA acquired four of the sites — most of which are in the greater Denver area — while the rest were sold to local players.
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Former RaceTrac CEO dies at 82
Carl Bolch Jr. led the company for more than 40 years, and oversaw key updates such as introducing self-service fuel to Georgia and Alabama.
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Chestnut Market names former Pilot, Chevron exec as new CEO
Ryan Oettinger, who has about two decades of experience working for major convenience retailers, will be tasked with growing the 80-store chain’s footprint.
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Refuel refreshes loyalty program
The South Carolina-based retailer’s updated rewards platform includes increased fuel discounts and more personalized offers for customers.
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Petroleum Marketing Group acquires 9 c-stores in the Carolinas
The deal features Blythewood Oil’s Sharpe Shoppe banner, which operates locations between Charlotte and Columbia.
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Retrieved from Sheetz press release.
Former Sheetz CEO dies at 77
Stephen Sheetz, who had also served as president and chairman of the Pittsburgh-based retailer, began working for the family business in 1960.
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Rutter’s VP of operations retires
Jere Matthews leaves the retailer after a more than 47-year career. Desiree Dennis has been promoted to senior director of operations.
