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    Inside Applegreen’s first Colorado travel plaza

    The new site, located about 21 miles southeast of downtown Denver, opened this week and features a Shake Shack, Panda Express and Starbucks in addition to its c-store.

    By • Oct. 1, 2026
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    Hormel expands deeper into protein with $1B purchase of chicken processor

    The acquisition of Brakebush Brothers gives the Spam producer a larger presence in value-added chicken and further strengthens its growing foodservice operations.

    By Christopher Doering • Oct. 1, 2026
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from C-Store Dive

    Top 5 stories from C-Store Dive 2023/2024

    By C-Store Dive staff
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    Wawa names new information technology chief

    Bill O’Donnell takes on the role after more than 25 years with the retailer working across fuel operations and project management.

    By • Oct. 1, 2026
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    Column

    Fueling Up: 4 burning questions heading into the 2026 NACS Show

    AI, foodservice, consumer spending and consolidation are top of mind as C-Store Dive heads to Las Vegas to find out what’s working — and what’s not — in convenience retail.

    By • Sept. 30, 2026
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    Coca-Cola taps Monster exec to lead North America unit

    Rob Gehring will lead the beverage giant’s largest region as it works to keep up with growing demand.

    By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 30, 2026
  • A photo of the exterior of a Sheetz location in the Columbus, Ohio area.
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    Sheetz details first Indiana c-store amid broader Midwest expansion

    The Pennsylvania-based retailer is set to break ground on its inaugural site in the Hoosier State next spring with plans for it to open in the summer.

    By • Sept. 30, 2026
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    Deep Dive

    Murphy USA’s QuickChek bet has yet to deliver on key promises

    Murphy has struggled to deliver on the expansion and integration benefits it touted when it acquired the Northeast banner nearly six years ago. Former corporate staffers and analysts explain why.

    By • Sept. 29, 2026
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    Kent Kwik to open first new-build travel center in Tennessee

    The Texas-based retailer is adding a 14,317-square-foot location with a diesel island, truckers’ lounge and full-service restaurant.

    By • Sept. 28, 2026
  • A box with branding for Flamin' Hot wings and a transparent window showing chicken wings inside.
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    Circle K debuts unique grab-and-go wings box

    ProAmpac designed and produced a hot box for the chain's Flamin’ Hot chicken wings that can stand up to the modern approach to grab-and-go food programs.

    By Katie Pyzyk • Sept. 28, 2026
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    O2O Creative / Getty Images

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    Sponsored by Toast

    How c-stores can stand out and drive loyalty

    59% of c-store operators say it's tough to stand out. Here are tips to draw and keep customers.

    By Zach Links • Sept. 28, 2026
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    3 Big Numbers: Casey’s, Parker’s and Yesway plot their next moves

    Two of these retailers are moving into new states while the other continues picking up small competitors. 

    By • Sept. 25, 2026
  • Convenience Confidential
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    Convenience Confidential: C-Store Dive’s 2026 NACS Show preview

    Watch our pre-show analysis for the topics, products, sessions and surprises we’ll be looking out for at this year’s expo.

    By , , • Sept. 25, 2026
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    Yesway to open first Arizona c-store in October

    The Grand Canyon state is a key player in Yesway’s plan to open 130 new-to-industry stores over the next five years.

    By • Sept. 25, 2026
  • a rendering shows the exterior of a convenience store and gas station. Signs on the building say Parker's Kitchen.
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    Parker’s targets October for Florida debut

    The Georgia-based retailer’s long-awaited move into the Sunshine State is the latest step in its plan to grow in strategic Southeastern markets.

    By • Sept. 23, 2026
  • A photo of the exterior of a building. Signs say Pony Express and Smoke Shop.
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    Retrieved from Pony Express on September 21, 2026
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    Pony Express launches rewards app

    The Nebraska retailer’s digital presence, which is built on Liquid Barcode’s platform, includes points-based rewards, fuel savings and daily games.

    By • Sept. 22, 2026
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    7-Eleven sued by former director over alleged retaliation

    A Sept. 17 lawsuit claims the retailer terminated its former private label product development director after he reported food safety concerns that delayed or blocked multiple launches.

    By • Sept. 21, 2026
  • A photo of the outside of a building. A sign on the gray wall says Star Stop.
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    Star Stop adds third-party delivery

    The retailer partnered with Lula Commerce to offer products from select c-stores on DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub, with more locations expected to come online in the future.

    By • Sept. 21, 2026
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    Global Partners debuts new 125K-square-foot corporate HQ

    The updated facility in Newton, Massachusetts, is about 75% larger than the retailer’s previous headquarters in nearby Waltham.

    By • Sept. 18, 2026
  • A photo of a store at sunset. A sign out front says "TXB Market. We are Texas Born. Signs on the building and fuel canopy say TXB and another sign on the store says We Are Texas Born.
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    TXB targets 7 to 10 new stores annually as expansion plan takes shape

    The Texas retailer is pursuing organic growth and acquisitions as it works toward doubling its store count and surpassing 100 locations.

    By • Sept. 18, 2026
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    LV Petroleum names construction SVP

    Jamie Hubbard is expected to build teams that support the retailer’s growth plans while maintaining a “safe, clean environment” for workers and customers, the company said.

    By • Sept. 17, 2026
  • Twp people stand in front of a lit case full of prepared foods, while a third person stands behind the case in an apron. There is a menu board on the wall, too small to read, and a sign showing a red lion licking its lips.
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    How 4 c-stores upgraded their foodservice by hiring restaurant professionals

    Chefs from the restaurant world can increase food quality and perception, but there’s a learning curve, say food leaders from Rutter’s, Weigel’s, Leo’s and Sprint Mart.

    By Amanda Baltazar • Sept. 17, 2026
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    Q&A

    How TXB plans to double its store count without losing its edge

    C-Store Dive spoke with CEO Kevin Smartt and newly appointed President Nate Brazier about growing beyond 100 stores while preserving the retailer’s operational standards and community ties.

    By • Sept. 16, 2026
  • A photo of the ribbon cutting at a travel center. A number of people stand outside on a clear day next to a building. Signs on the building say Acee's. Community Driven. AC's chicken fingers."
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    Acee’s adds mini travel center format

    The Golightly & Long banner’s new location is a larger, more food-forward approach with amenities like truck parking and laundry for professional drivers.

    By • Updated Sept. 15, 2026
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    Parker’s co-CEO Brandon Hofmann leaves the company

    The former leader exits after nearly three decades “to pursue other opportunities,” a spokesperson said. John Rudolfs, formerly co-CEO, now serves as the sole chief executive.

    By • Sept. 15, 2026
  • A photo of a flag out in front of a convenience store. The flag says "Krispy Krunchy chicken." A sign over the door of the convenience store says Loop.
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    Krispy Krunchy Chicken taps Shake Shack, Panera vet as VP of western operations

    Molly Cooper will lead the c-store QSR chain’s operations in the West, where it works with numerous large-scale convenience retailers.

    By • Sept. 15, 2026