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Convenience Store Visits Surpass Pre-COVID Numbers

The demand for the channel's offerings is growing nationwide.

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Suppliers & Wholesalers

McLane Co. Surpasses $1M in Charitable Giving in 2024

The company's teammates and partners supported a series of donation drives and charitable events.

Innovation Roadmap: The Store Experience

Retailers can captivate and keep customers coming back with engaging environments.

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Year in Review: The Top Legislative & Regulatory Moves of 2024

Issues around swipe fees, tobacco sales and the future of the forecourt topped agendas this year.

Yatco to Open Largest Store in Its Network

The 6,000-square-foot store features a pizza shop and coffee program.

2024 Foodservice Study

Cautiously optimistic, convenience store operators are banking on long-term investments in prepared food and dispensed beverages.

The State of the Small Operator: Overcoming Obstacles

Convenience Store News’ fifth-annual special report finds the convenience store industry’s small operators are the very picture of perseverance.

Year in Review: The Top Supplier News of 2024

Merger-and-acquisition activity was not exclusive to the retail side of the convenience proposition.
FDA Issues Warnings to Online Retailers Over Illegal Vapor Sales

The agency cited eight retailers and one manufacturer.
Innovation Roadmap: Foodservice Innovation

Regardless of size, all convenience retailers can enjoy a successful foodservice program.
Charting an Innovation Roadmap

There are five strategic avenues industry players can take to redefine convenience.
Innovation Roadmap: Workforce Optimization

Valuing employees goes a long way in delivering a superior customer experience.
Innovation Roadmap: Data-Driven Decision Making

Combining internal and external data helps retailers boost the bottom line.
Innovation Roadmap: Customer Engagement

Technology has created multiple paths to build a relationship with customers.
Industry Roundup: The Top 10 Most-Read Stories of November 2024

The month featured M&A news from multiple major retailers.
CSN EXCLUSIVE: Pilot Invites Drivers to Join Them On the Road

The travel center operator's "See You Out Here" campaign highlights how love of the open road is shared among all kinds of drivers.
Sheetz Perks Up the Holidays With Coffee Promotion

The offer is good for one complimentary cup of caffeine from Dec. 24 through Jan. 1.
Year in Review: The Top Retailer Stories of 2024

The industry as a whole continued to expand in store counts and offerings.

Convenience Store News Industry Report 2024: A Trying Year

Inflation, higher operating costs and lower fuel prices took their toll in 2023.

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The Top 100 Convenience Store Chains of 2024

Settling from the impact of three big deals in 2023, this year's rankings look a little different.

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VIDEO: How TravelCenters of America Is Addressing the Unique Needs of Women Professional Drivers

CEO Debi Boffa discusses the company's efforts to improve safety and the overall customer experience for this growing group.

Editor's Note
- 12/3/2024
  The Art of Empowerment
  Many leaders measure their success on how much their people succeed.
  
  Linda Lisanti
- 9/26/2024
  People First
  Couche-Tard's emphasis on culture should be emulated throughout the industry.
  
  Linda Lisanti
TechWatch
- 12/19/2024
  What Will They Think of Next in Technology?
  Retailers in competitive channels are implementing new measures to deter theft.
  
  Melissa Kress
- 11/21/2024
  Pumping Up Inside Sales
  Technology can be the key to solving the fuel customer conversion puzzle.
  
  Melissa Kress

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