Nominations Open for Convenience Store News' 2025 Future Leaders in Convenience AwardsThe program honors emerging leaders throughout the c-store industry. Future Leaders in Convenience Nomination FormThe awards program recognizes the achievements of emerging leaders aged 35 or under. VIEW ON DEMAND: The 2025 Outstanding Independents Awards Ceremony Twenty of the convenience store industry’s best single-store owners and small operators were honored. Spotlighting the 2025 Outstanding Independents Awards Winners This first-of-its-kind program celebrates the convenience channel's small operators. 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. Recognizing Vision & Achievement in Technology Convenience Store News is expanding its Technology Leader of the Year awards program. Industry Roundup: The Top 10 Most-Read Stories of March 2025 M&A news, expansion plans and the first-ever Category Excellence Awards were among the top headlines. Sheetz's MTO Menu Earns 'Coolest Thing Made in PA' Crown The retailer's foodservice program prevailed over 64 other homegrown competitors. C-store Brands Battle for 'Best Gas Station' Titles Voting for the USA Today annual awards program runs through May 5. Convenience Store News Names Winners of First-Ever Outstanding Independents Awards The new program celebrates the industry’s single-store owners and small operators. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last