Yesway moving into Arizona

The Texas-based retailer is planning six to eight new stores this year and about 26 in 2027, with the Southwestern state seeing much of that growth.

By Jessica Loder • June 2, 2026

How 5 super regional c-store chains are reshaping the competitive landscape

Companies like Wawa, QuikTrip and Sheetz are pushing aggressively into new states and challenging incumbent players both small and large.

By Jeff Wells • June 2, 2026

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CEO departures lead May exec changes

7-Eleven lost more executives as part of a reorganization, Cumberland Farms named a CIO and LV Petroleum continued its leadership update.

By Jessica Loder • June 1, 2026

Dolly Parton’s travel center to open in late June

The Cornersville, Tennessee-based location will be “the first of many” and puts dining services at the center of its operations.

By Brett Dworski • June 1, 2026

Stinker Stores overhauls C-suite following CEO’s departure

Chair and owner Nancy Jones is now CEO, and the retailer has also appointed a new chief operating officer, chief technology officer and chief experience officer.

By Brett Dworski • Updated May 29, 2026

Prepared food surge in c-stores brings packaging innovations

As convenience stores offer more fresh food, their packaging needs shift. Packaging companies are exploring forms that maintain food quality, offer versatility and minimize storage space.

By Shefali Kapadia • May 29, 2026

Cumberland Farms taps Murphy USA tech chief as new CIO

Michael Verdesca has held technology-focused leadership positions across convenience retail and restaurants for the past two decades.

By Brett Dworski • May 29, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Cumberland Farms spotlights progress on major initiatives

The recently renamed retailer shared updates on its financial situation, its revamped loyalty program and three pending M&A moves.

By Jessica Loder • May 29, 2026

7-Eleven fully integrates 204 Stripes stores

The locations, which the retailer bought in 2024 for $1 billion, now have 7-Eleven’s loyalty and technology platforms, and received renovations and upgraded foodservice and fuel offerings.

By Brett Dworski • May 28, 2026

Former Seven & i CEO dies at 93

Toshifumi Suzuki, who had been serving as an honorary advisor of the company, passed away on May 18 from heart failure, the company announced.

By Jessica Loder • May 27, 2026

Stewart’s allocates $55M for c-store growth through 2026

The retailer is building new stores in several areas of New York and remodeling at least 15 older and smaller sites to feature enhanced food and beverage offerings.

By Brett Dworski • May 27, 2026

Stinker Stores CEO is stepping down

Nate Brazier, who assumed leadership of the retailer in 2024, said he is taking time to focus on his family “and reflect on what’s next.”

By Brett Dworski • Updated May 26, 2026

BP ousts board chair, citing misconduct

Albert Manifold has been removed following “serious concerns raised to the Board related to important governance standards, oversight and conduct,” BP said.

By Brett Dworski • May 26, 2026

7-Eleven’s turbulent 2026: IPO delays, layoffs and a bigger food push

After its parent company fended off a takeover bid and saw its CEO depart last year, the North American chain has made a series of moves to cut costs and rebound the business.

By Jessica Loder • May 21, 2026

Global Partners taps Starbucks vet to lead retail operations

Emily Filc had spent the past 22 years with the coffee powerhouse, the last seven of which were as regional director of operations.

By Brett Dworski • Updated May 21, 2026

Fresh Stop parent names new marketing chief

Lacy Bradford is the latest of several leadership additions for Madison Capital Group, which also owns the Links Car Wash chain.

By Jessica Loder • May 18, 2026

Fueling Up: Breaking down 7-Eleven’s competing growth strategies

Fresh off a major reorganization that included sweeping layoffs, the retailer is ramping up franchising and wholesale conversions while still focusing on foodservice goals.

By Brett Dworski • May 18, 2026

Circle K franchisee reaches preliminary settlement in data breach lawsuit

Gas Express was sued early last year for failing to protect its employees’ information in the attack.

By Brett Dworski • May 15, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Revisiting Wawa’s massive expansion plan

The East Coast-based retailer plans to open its first Tennessee location next month as part of its ambitious growth phase.

By Jessica Loder • Updated May 18, 2026

Wawa to open first Tennessee c-store in June

The Clarksville site will open about four years after the retailer first announced plans to enter The Volunteer State.

By Brett Dworski • May 14, 2026

Cumberland Farms names Global Partners alum as new VP

Charles Bergeron joins the retailer as a human resources leader, bringing many years of experience in HR across multiple industries.

By Jessica Loder • May 14, 2026

Jack Link’s names president of North America

Jeff Caswell joins the beef jerky maker from Mid America Pet Food, where he was CEO and a board member for the past two years,

By Brett Dworski • May 13, 2026

Sinclair Oil CEO leaves company

The fuel distributor and its former top executive reached a separation agreement that went into effect on May 11, roughly three months after he took a leave of absence.

By Brett Dworski • Updated May 14, 2026

Pilot names new president of retail in trio of C-suite promotions

The convenience store and truckstop operator has also appointed a new chief commercial officer and chief experience officer.

By Brett Dworski • Updated May 13, 2026

Alabama c-store real estate owner goes bankrupt

Eagles Investments Group filed for Chapter 11 with a bankruptcy court in Alabama on May 8.

By Brett Dworski • Updated May 14, 2026