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Tobacco
British American Tobacco Hikes Cigarette List Prices
The change goes into effect in early October.
Corporate & Store Operations
Wawa to Add 60 Ohio Stores to Its Network
The chain’s first planned foray into the state will include stores in at least eight counties, with more to follow.
Foodservice
Additional Convenience Retailers Mark National Coffee Day
Sheetz and Royal Farms add special offers via their mobile apps.

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The State of the Small Operator: At a Crossroads

Convenience Store News’ fourth-annual special report finds the convenience store industry’s small operators must adapt or they will become obsolete.

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Technology
What to Explore in an EV Charging Pilot Program
Three key questions for finding the right fit based on your needs.
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MRTP and What it Means to Responsible Retailers’ Tobacco Backbar
Tuesday, October 17th at 2pm ET/ 11am PT
Technology
Loyalty Programs Drive Higher Rings in Convenience Channel
Paytronix: C-stores see higher visit frequency and check size increases than quick- and full-service restaurants.
Small Operator
Alaska Retail Chain Grows C-store Footprint
Three Bears Alaska expands into new regions through recent acquisitions.
Corporate & Store Operations
Wawa Targets 40 New Stores in Kentucky Expansion Plan
The company's first store in the Bluegrass State is projected to open around mid-2025.
Candy & Snacks
Halloween Spending Projected to Surpass $12B
NRF estimates candy spending will reach $3.6 billion, up from $3.1 billion in 2023.
Fuels
Marathon Petroleum Goes Live With New Retail Brand Campaign
Advertising spots will feature the tagline “Driven Together,” highlighting the support of drivers’ co-pilots.
Foodservice
Quick-Service Restaurant Brand Names Travel Centers as Area of Growth
Bojangles will open its first set of nontraditional locations inside TravelCenters of America franchises.
Technology
RaceTrac Deploys Autonomous Floor Cleaning Service Across Travel Center Network
Adoption of the Cobi 18 is intended to free up staff from repetitive floor cleanings and allow them to concentrate on assisting guests.
Diversity & Inclusion
PHOTO GALLERY: Celebrating 10 Years of TWIC
The Top Women in Convenience program has recognized 591 female leaders to date.
Corporate & Store Operations
Shareholder Urges Parkland to Make Value-Enhancing Changes
Engine Capital believes the company remains deeply undervalued despite recent positive steps.

Convenience Store News Industry Report 2023: Reaching New Highs

Convenience stores see record sales as life returns to normal post-pandemic.

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The Top 100 Convenience Store Chains of 2023

Recent M&A activity will shake things up in the next 12 months.

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VIDEO: Putting Foodservice Center Stage

Highlights from the 2023 Convenience Foodservice Exchange event presented by Convenience Store News in Nashville, Tenn.

Blog Series
Editor's Note
Sep 05
It's a We Thing
Convenience Store News is seeking more partners for its diversity and inclusion initiative.
Linda Lisanti
Editor-in-Chief
Aug 24
Cause for Celebration
The evolution of the Top Women in Convenience program shows how far the industry has come.
Linda Lisanti
Editor-in-Chief
Blog Series
TechWatch
Sep 27
Putting Muscle Behind Technology
Stinker Stores is evolving through investments in human capital and strategic partnerships.
Melissa Kress
Executive Editor
Sep 21
Finding Your Innovation Spark in Atlanta
Technology insights and solutions will have a starring role at the 2023 NACS Show.
Melissa Kress
Executive Editor