Wawa’s first Kentucky store approved

This comes about eight months after the convenience retailer first outlined plans to enter the state as part of a broader expansion.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 15, 2023

Circle K takes EV charging to the West Coast

The retailer recently opened its first electric vehicle charging stations in the region, with plans for more coming soon.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 14, 2023

The Road Ahead: Retail observations from a 500-mile bike ride across Iowa

Columnist Frank Beard’s weeklong trip as part of RAGBRAI, the country’s largest recreational cycling event, included stops at Casey’s, Kum & Go, dollar stores and more. 

By Frank Beard • Aug. 14, 2023

Mountain Express cut off fuel to 6 retailers. It nearly shut them down.

On Aug. 10, several c-store operators finally got authorization to purchase fuel from other entities, as many had gone “well over seven days” without any.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 14, 2023

Ampm opens autonomous c-store in San Francisco NBA stadium

Golden State Warriors fans can quickly grab drinks and snacks from the new location as speedy c-stores in arenas continue to grow.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 11, 2023

RaceTrac allegedly withheld overtime pay ‘to save payroll costs,’ lawsuit says

The suit also accuses the retailer of “editing” extra hours worked out of its timekeeping system.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 11, 2023

Buc-ee’s taps Ohio for next expansion

The Texas-based convenience retailer plans to open a 75,000-square-foot store in Huber Heights — adding to its flurry of projects across the country.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 11, 2023

7-Eleven redesigns its mobile app

The updated platform features several upgrades aimed at improving the user experience for both shoppers and employees.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 10, 2023

Arko plans to acquire Mountain Express Oil for $49M

The proposal includes the purchase of all the bankrupt retailer’s assets except for any owned real estate, but still faces opposition from Mountain Express’ lenders, court documents show.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 10, 2023

Arko sees gains in foodservice, targeted category sales

The company has also added over 200,000 members to its fasRewards loyalty program since the relaunch in late March.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 9, 2023

CrossAmerica Partners credits beer and snacks for successful Q2

Excluding cigarettes, the retailer’s inside sales grew 8% year-over-year, according to its recent earnings report.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 9, 2023

Wills Group names new president and CEO

Julian B. “Blackie” Wills III has assumed the top role at the company that oversees the Dash In c-store chain after serving as COO the past two years.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 8, 2023

Gopuff looks to boost membership program amid struggles

The quick delivery company is offering 30% off more than 100 everyday essentials like milk and eggs for Fam members.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 8, 2023

Delek sees jump in retail earnings during Q2

The company also noted it “has the right plan in place” regarding the strategic organization it’s teased since earlier this year.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 8, 2023

QuikTrip to open two-story c-store in Fort Worth

The retailer is putting the “final touches” on the new site, which resembles its remote travel centers, according to a local urban development tracker.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 8, 2023

Rogers Petroleum acquires family-owned competitor

The move includes three c-stores in Tennessee among other petroleum-related products and services.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 7, 2023

Parkland Corp. talks new food program

As part of its plan to open 50 fuel-less stores, the company recently debuted a new Bites On the Run foodservice concept in Montreal.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 7, 2023

Wawa’s Tennessee expansion taking shape

The company is reportedly seeking approvals for the first four of an expected 40 c-stores in the state.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 7, 2023

Royal Farms outlines Virginia expansion

In addition to opening its first store in Richmond, the convenience retailer has plans for three stores west of Interstate 95.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 4, 2023

Murphy USA testing new store format

The c-store chain is using lessons it has learned from its QuickChek stores to remodel some of its 2,800-square-foot locations.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 3, 2023

Wawa opens fully digital, shelfless c-store

The retailer has revamped one of its Philadelphia locations so customers can only purchase items via its mobile app or touchscreen kiosks.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 3, 2023

QuikTrip continues Chicago expansion

The retailer opened its second location in the area in late July in a suburb about 20 miles south of the Windy City.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 1, 2023

BP reports record convenience gross margins

The energy company also plans to spend half of the $1 billion it has earmarked for EV infrastructure within the next two to three years.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 1, 2023

7-Eleven International names new VP and CFO

Jim Thomas joined this arm of the retailer from his previous position with 7-Eleven Inc., according to a July 27 LinkedIn announcement.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 1, 2023

Global Partners taps analytics guru for new insights role

Gabe Donnini, who previously worked as director of analytics for Uber-owned Drizly, will focus on building out the convenience retailer’s Analytics Center of Excellence.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 1, 2023