Parkland names new board chairman amid director shuffle

Longtime leader Jim Pantelidis has retired as the company continues a “refreshment process” within its board.

By Brett Dworski • July 31, 2023

Wawa moving forward on 2nd Ohio site

The retailer aims to open a cluster of stores in the state as part of its plan to hit 1,800 total stores by 2030.

By Jessica Loder • July 31, 2023

Parkland reaches EV charging milestone

The retailer is making headway on the electrification program it launched last October, with more than half of its planned chargers built.

By Brett Dworski • July 28, 2023

United Dairy Farmers continues new store design rollout

UDF launched its urban commercial format in late 2021 and has expanded it to eight other locations in Ohio, including its newest in the Dayton area.

By Jessica Loder • July 28, 2023

Dollar General’s chief strategy officer exits

Donny Lau’s departure to become CFO of Zaxby’s follows numerous leadership changes and shuffling over the past year at the dollar retailer. 

By Kaarin Moore • July 28, 2023

Buc-ee’s eyeing 2nd Virginia location

If approved, the travel center will be located outside of Harrisonburg and feature 120 fueling positions in addition to 24 EV charging stations.

By Brett Dworski • July 27, 2023

Dollar General expands private label brand offering

The discounter has added more than 100 products to its Clover Valley line as part of its “Food First” initiative. 

By Peyton Bigora • July 27, 2023

C-store chains like Casey’s, QuikTrip and RaceTrac are all-in on travel centers. Here’s why.

Traditional c-store players have begun testing the truck stop market for reasons including higher margins and EV charging, among others, experts say.

By Brett Dworski • July 26, 2023

Proposed Buc-ee’s location in Texas moves ahead after year-long roadblock

A now-resolved land dispute with a neighboring property had caused the delay. The store was initially approved early in 2022.

By Jessica Loder • July 25, 2023

Buc-ee’s has been advertising how much it pays its staff. It’s a lot.

In numerous social media posts in recent months, customers and employees of the popular retailer have shared its salaries and hourly wages.

By Brett Dworski • July 24, 2023

Chevron plans several leadership changes

The oil and gas giant has named a new CFO, in addition to changes across its strategy and business development units.

By Brett Dworski • July 24, 2023

Foxtrot’s newest store opening in Austin City Hall

The chain’s first location in a civic building will be followed later this year by a store on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin.

By Jessica Loder • July 21, 2023

Family Express installs AI security systems

The additions include remote monitoring capabilities that feature automated warnings or let retailers manually warn potential perpetrators.

By Brett Dworski • July 21, 2023

Realty Income CEO talks $1.5B EG Group deal

The real estate investment trust had eyed EG’s U.S. assets for “many, many years” before the deal was made, President and CEO Sumit Roy recently said.

By Brett Dworski • July 20, 2023

Gym, pool ... c-store? How Urban Value became a ‘full-service amenity’ for residential buildings

Founded by a Dollar General veteran, the chain built for apartment complexes operates several locations in Texas and has a multi-state expansion in sight.

By Brett Dworski • July 18, 2023

Parkland names new board member

Nora Duke has extensive experience with the Fortis family of energy and utility companies, including a stint as CEO of Fortis Properties Corporation.

By Jessica Loder • July 17, 2023

Parker’s takes first steps toward Florida expansion

As it looks to rapidly grow its footprint, the company has plans to open a location in Jacksonville, according to a local news report.

By Jessica Loder • July 17, 2023

Parker’s reaches $15M settlement in death lawsuit

Had the case stemming from a 2019 accident gone to court, the c-store chain could have been liable for judgments against fellow defendant Alex Murdaugh. 

By Jessica Loder • July 17, 2023

Dollar General rolls out new cash rewards program

The offering, which was created with Ibotta Performance Network, allows customers to earn cash back in their DG Wallets on eligible purchases.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 17, 2023

7-Eleven rolling out refreshed coffee program, more private label goods to stores

The company has upgraded to bean-to-cup machines and iced coffee options in more than 4,800 locations so far.

By Jessica Loder • July 14, 2023

ExxonMobil makes $4.9B acquisition to reduce carbon footprint

Purchasing Denbury will give the oil giant the largest owned and operated carbon dioxide pipeline network in the U.S.

By Brett Dworski • July 13, 2023

National Convenience Distributors acquires Colonial Wholesale

The deal extends NCD's reach into Florida, helping it reach 24,000 retailers up and down the East Coast.

By Brett Dworski • July 12, 2023

7-Eleven debuts digital collectibles

The Texas retailer joins a few other companies that have dipped their toes into NFTs.

By Jessica Loder • July 12, 2023

Back to Basics: How c-stores can control their expenses

As inflation puts pressure on operations, finding places to cut costs can feel overwhelming. Here are some first steps business owners can take to trim spending.

By Amanda Baltazar • July 12, 2023

Loop Neighborhood Market opens in Oakland Arena

The California retailer’s first stadium location continues the trend of small-format c-stores opening in sports venues.

By Brett Dworski • July 12, 2023