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Corporate & Store Operations

Murphy USA Sees Future in Value-Seeking Consumers

The first quarter's challenges highlight the benefits of the retailer's everyday low-price business model.

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Cary Oil Improves Network Operations With Latest Technology Pact

The Mako Networks partnership streamlines connectivity with multiple oil brands.

C-store Retailers Expand Menu Offerings

7-Eleven, Love's Travel Stops, Nisqually Markets and Pilot lean into foodservice to attract seasonal travelers.

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Boosting Sales Through Enhanced Foodservice Programs

The 2025 M-PACT Show highlighted ways convenience retailers can increase the impact of their menus, regardless of their starting point.

Healthy prepared food

ampm Revs Up INDYCAR SERIES Sponsorship

Conor Daly's No. 76 Chevrolet will feature ampm's branding at the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500.

Category Champions

Trends and opportunities in key convenience store product categories.

The Top 100 Convenience Store Chains of 2025

M&A activity in the convenience channel had been pretty quiet until Alimentation Couche-Tard made a play for 7-Eleven's parent company.

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Buc-ee's Starts Construction on First Arizona Location

The Goodyear store will be the first Buc-ee's west of Texas.
Convenience Store News Unveils the 2025 Top Women in Convenience

This year’s class includes 100 established and emerging female leaders in the c-store industry.
Rutter's Rolls Out Summer Sweepstakes

Rutter's VIP Rewards members can win free items and more than $400,000 in cash prizes.
Foxtrot Welcomes Customers at First New-to-Industry Store

The location joins six stores in Chicago and two in Dallas.
Casey's Adds Star Power for Return of Fan-Favorite Pizza

Food Network Chef Andrew Zimmern will encourage consumers to try Casey's BBQ Brisket Pizza.
Permissible Indulgence Takes Center Stage at 2025 Sweets & Snacks Expo

Consumers seek functional ingredients to multisensorial experiences and everything in between.
Wawa Rewards Loyal Customers With Beverage Deals

Members of Wawa Rewards can purchase coffee, tea and fruit drinks for special prices.
ARKO Begins Construction on First Pilot Store

The retailer also converted 59 retail stores to dealer sites during the three months ended March 31 as part of its transformation plans.
The Top 100 Convenience Store Chains of 2025

M&A activity in the convenience channel had been pretty quiet until Alimentation Couche-Tard made a play for 7-Eleven's parent company.
Royal Farms Celebrates Maryland Healthcare Workers

The retailer is offering 13,000 complimentary coffee coupons to healthcare workers across the state.
Memorial Day Weekend Travel Predicted to Hit Record High

AAA projects 39.4 million people will travel by car over a five-day period.

Realities of the Aisle Study 2025: Maximizing Opportunities

Convenience Store News’ 16th annual consumer study reveals that shopper sentiment toward the convenience channel is warming up.

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The Harm Reduction Race

Smokefree products are picking up speed in the tobacco business.

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VIEW ON DEMAND: The 2025 Outstanding Independents Summit

The quick-hitting four-hour virtual event delivered four education sessions and culminated with the Outstanding Independents Awards Ceremony.

Editor's Note
- 4/25/2025
  Breaking the Mold
  The “convenience” experience continues to take on new meanings.
  
  Linda Lisanti
- 2/27/2025
  The Ever-Changing Category
  Is your backbar keeping up with the building momentum around harm reduction?
  
  Linda Lisanti
TechWatch
- 4/24/2025
  Recognizing Vision & Achievement in Technology
  Convenience Store News is expanding its Technology Leader of the Year awards program.
  
  Melissa Kress
- 3/20/2025
  Chipping Away at Operating Expenses
  Innovation in technology can help convenience retailers improve efficiency and enhance customer experience.
  
  Melissa Kress

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