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

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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

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