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

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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

Alta Convenience acquires 8 c-stores in Colorado and New Mexico

The company has purchased the locations from Duran Oil, whose ownership is leaving the retail business.

By Brett Dworski • July 12, 2023

Lou Perrine’s sells the family business

The Kenosha, Wisconsin-based retailer, which was founded in 1954, has sold both of its locations to an Indiana investment firm.

By Brett Dworski • July 11, 2023

Global Partners selling 54 c-stores

The divestment of these “non-strategic” locations comes around four months after the company added 64 Timewise sites to its portfolio.

By Jessica Loder • July 11, 2023

Love’s names new chief supply chain officer

Eddie Burt, former executive for Big Lots Stores, joined the travel center chain last week, a company spokesperson confirmed.

By Brett Dworski • July 11, 2023

Global Fuels acquires 241-location Canadian fuel business

The acquisition cements Global Fuels as a major player in Canada and gives it a large number of locations adjacent to Loblaw grocery stores.

By Jessica Loder • July 10, 2023

Shell launches Platinum loyalty tier

Offering tiers within rewards programs can help incentivize members and boost overall engagement, experts say.

By Brett Dworski • July 10, 2023

EG America’s president shuffle continues

The retailer has named its second interim president over the past year as it continues to search for a permanent replacement for George Fournier, who left the role for health reasons last fall.

By Brett Dworski • July 10, 2023

Inside TXB’s journey with artificial intelligence

“The technology’s moving faster than retail can move,” CEO Kevin Smartt said in a recent Convenience Leaders Vision Group roundtable.

By Brett Dworski • July 10, 2023

7-Eleven offers new merch, free delivery subscription for 96th birthday

New customers who sign up for the 7Now delivery membership on July 11 will get the service for free through the end of 2023.

By Jessica Loder • July 7, 2023

RaceTrac to acquire Gulf Oil

This marks the largest acquisition in the Atlanta-based retailer’s history and expands its reach in the northeast region.

By Brett Dworski • July 5, 2023

C-stores should brace for inflation pressure through 2023

Trips have trended down along with basket sizes, but experts say c-stores should continue to focus on bundling items and promoting core categories like alcohol and snacks.

By Christine Blank • July 5, 2023

Sheetz bumps up timeline for first Michigan store

After initially saying its first location in the state would debut in 2025, the retailer is now hoping to open it in the latter part of 2024.

By Brett Dworski • June 30, 2023

GetGo offering mobile-pay fuel discounts for July 4

This is the first of a series of promotions for users of Giant Eagle’s myPerks Pay Direct platform, which was renamed from myPerks Pay this week.

By Jessica Loder • June 30, 2023

McLane names first VP of retail foodservice

The distributor will also unveil new meal-based programs and products at its revamped trade show in August.

By Jessica Loder • June 29, 2023