Former Wawa CEO passes away

Richard D. Wood Jr., who stepped down from the lead role in 2004, left a legacy of growth at the Pennsylvania-based retailer.

By Jessica Loder • July 14, 2026

Kent Kwik’s first mini store is built for sports crowds. Here’s a look inside.

The retailer's newest format brings fresh food, coffee and grab-and-go meals to a new 115,000-square-foot athletic facility in its hometown of Midland, Texas.

By Brett Dworski • July 13, 2026

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7-Eleven outlines store closure strategy as North America overhaul gains traction

The retailer shared progress on plans to close 200 underperforming stores and convert 350 to wholesale this fiscal year and provided updates on franchise expansion and NTIs.

By Jessica Loder • July 13, 2026

Sinclair Oil names 2 presidents in executive shakeup

As part of the shift, interim CEO Franklin Myers will relinquish the president role while remaining the company's temporary chief executive.

By Brett Dworski • July 10, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Is Seven & i’s transformation plan working?

The retailer saw record operating income while its North American business reported same-store merchandise sales growth of over 1%.

By Jessica Loder • July 10, 2026

Trump-promoted c-store chain debuts with discounted fuel

The White House shared details about Freedom Fuel’s rollout and pricing strategy while denying any ties to the private company.

By Brett Dworski • July 9, 2026

Convenience Confidential: What will Cumberland Farms’ IPO mean for its future?

The retailer finally revealed after over a year of speculation that it intends to go public in the U.S. — a move that will bring a new kind of pressure to achieve its lofty expansion goals.

By Brett Dworski • July 9, 2026

Pilot VP of operations departs

Jim Rose exited on July 3 after nearly nine years with the travel stop company.

By Jessica Loder • July 8, 2026

Another 7-Eleven SVP steps down

The c-store retailer’s chief compliance officer of six years retired at the end of June, continuing the company’s wave of executive exits in 2026.

By Brett Dworski • July 8, 2026

Couche-Tard’s new SVP leads June exec changes

Also, Onvo tapped a new head of foodservice and Seven & i revamped its international division’s structure.

By Jessica Loder • July 8, 2026

7-Eleven sues Nike over shoe design

The sneakers, which were originally expected to launch on July 11, feature orange, green and red stripes that resemble those used in several 7-Eleven trademarks.

By Jessica Loder • July 7, 2026

Cumberland Farms eyes 700 rebrands, 60 annual refreshes with IPO in sight

The retailer outlined plans to nearly double the footprint of its flagship banner, accelerate store upgrades and expand Krispy Krunchy Chicken to 500 locations.

By Brett Dworski • July 7, 2026

Casey’s shuffles leadership team as new 3-year growth plan begins

The convenience retailer made 10 leadership changes across finance, merchandising, technology and other departments, including appointing a new chief information officer.

By Brett Dworski • July 6, 2026

Cumberland Farms files to go public

The c-store retailer submitted a registration statement with the SEC on Thursday detailing plans to commence an IPO on the Nasdaq Global Select Market.

By Brett Dworski • Updated July 2, 2026

ExtraMile eyes Texas following Florida debut

After opening its first location in the Sunshine State, the convenience retailer plans to open dozens more stores in Florida while laying the groundwork for a Texas arrival in 2027.

By Brett Dworski • July 2, 2026

BP’s deputy CEO to retire

The energy company named Carol Howle to the post earlier this year to spearhead its portfolio review.

By Jeff Wells • July 1, 2026

Step inside Freshie’s new food-focused c-store design

The retailer and design firm Paragon Solutions tackled everything from branding to cashier placement to highlight the retailer’s wide array of offerings.

By Jessica Loder • June 30, 2026

Former NACS chair dies at 87

Robert Gordon also founded the Store 24 c-store chain, which eventually sold its 80 locations in 2002.

By Brett Dworski • June 29, 2026

ExtraMile debuts in Florida

The chain’s first location in the Sunshine State is located about 10 miles west of downtown Gainesville.

By Brett Dworski • June 29, 2026

Coke’s North America president to depart after 4 years

Jennifer Mann will remain with the company through April as a senior advisor. The beverage giant's CFO will oversee the region while it looks for a replacement.

By Christopher Doering • June 26, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Highlighting Casey’s growth plans

The retailer’s investor day presentation highlighted consistent growth across store count, food and same-store sales.

By Jessica Loder • June 26, 2026

Hershey names Pepsico vet as president of US business

Heather Hoytink will oversee the Reese’s maker’s confection, salty and protein portfolio when she takes over July 8.

By Christopher Doering • June 25, 2026

Casey’s targets 400 more c-stores in fresh 3-year growth plan

The retailer intends to expand through new builds and small acquisitions mainly across the Midwest, the same strategy that added more than 500 sites over the previous three years.

By Brett Dworski • June 25, 2026

Couche-Tard delivers ‘best performance in years’ in the US, CEO says

Strong fuel margins and merchandise sales helped drive growth across nearly every major U.S. business segment for the Canadian retailer in fiscal 2026.

By Brett Dworski • June 24, 2026

Indiana next up for Buc-ee’s

The Texas-based retailer is seeking rezoning approval for property off Interstate 65 for a 74,000-square-foot c-store — the retailer’s first in the Hoosier State.

By Jessica Loder • June 23, 2026