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    Pilot VP of operations departs

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

    By • July 8, 2026
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    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 • July 8, 2026
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    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 • July 8, 2026
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    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 • July 7, 2026
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    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 • July 7, 2026
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    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 • July 6, 2026
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    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 • Updated July 2, 2026
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    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 • July 2, 2026
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    BP’s deputy CEO to retire

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

    By • July 1, 2026
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    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 • June 30, 2026
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    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 • June 29, 2026
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    ExtraMile debuts in Florida

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

    By • June 29, 2026
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    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
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    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 • June 26, 2026
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    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
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    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 • June 25, 2026
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    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 • June 24, 2026
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    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 • June 23, 2026
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    Vroom and Swiftly debut c-store alcohol cash back program

    The partnership lets retailers offer manufacturer-funded digital alcohol rebates directly through their digital platforms.

    By • June 22, 2026
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    Boost margins and retention with loyalty programs that meet today's shopper expectations.

    June 22, 2026
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    Kwik Trip backing away from alcohol- and tobacco- focused sites

    The retailer plans to close some of its Kwik Spirits and Tobacco Outlet Plus stores due to softness in those categories, according to local reporting.

    By • June 18, 2026
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    8 c-store companies entering new states

    Super regionals like Wawa, QuikTrip and Sheetz along with chains like Dash In and Yesway are among the retailers targeting fresh markets.

    By • June 17, 2026
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    Mountain Express trustee fails to reach settlement with former co-CEOs

    The inability to reach an agreement comes over three months after the court revealed it would oversee a mediation with the goal of reaching a deal with the retailer’s ex-leaders.

    By • June 17, 2026
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    Seven & i revamps international business

    The retailer will create a new international business management office to handle operations outside of North America and Japan.

    By • June 16, 2026
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    Eagles Investments ends bankruptcy proceedings, reveals plans to open 100 new c-stores

    The company will convert the 20 locations it currently controls through land ownership into its new Nashco banner and acquire 80 additional sites.

    By • June 16, 2026