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In-depth coverage of new products & promotions, key categories of tobacco, foodservice, beverages, candy & snacks, other merchandise & services, and motor fuel.

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Shift in Nicotine Use Is Putting Pressure on Cigarette Segment

Tobacco Talk survey finds smoker conversion to e-vapor is disrupting the backbar.

5 Ways to Tap Vapor’s Great Growth Potential

The booming $3-billion vapor category is expected to take an extra 15% to 20% out of the nicotine business by 2023. Here’s how to tap into the surge.

Packaging Innovations: Wine Is Now Fully Aligned With Convenience

Alternative wine packaging is proving to be a boon to convenience store wine sales. E&J Gallo companies are answering the call with cans and tetra packs. View the CSNews infographic to learn more about this exciting trend for wine drinkers and store owners alike.

Protein Go-Team: Meat Snacks Fuel Sales

To find out more about this growing snack segment, download this new infographic from Convenience Store News and Jack Links.

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Which Convenience & Fuel Retailers Are Capturing the Most Foot Traffic?

Speedway and Thorntons rated highest in their respective segments based on number of locations.

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Three Steps to Drive Fuel-Only Customers Into the C-store

Retailers need to collect customer data to effectively offer the right products at the right times.

Kwik Trip Gets Fresh With New Smoothie Program

The Fresh Blends program combines natural ingredients and innovative products with easy self-service.

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FDA Calls Out More Than a Half Dozen C-store Chains for Illegally Selling Tobacco Products to Minors

Retailers have 30 days to submit a plan to address the underage sales.

How to Turn Grab-and-Go Into Big Business

On-the-go food items are a hot ticket with consumers.

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7-Eleven Goes to the Movies for Latest Augmented Realty Experience

The retailer also introduces exclusive movie-themed products and shareable photo filters in anticipation of "Pokémon Detective Pikachu."

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Liquid Lightning

Push Beverages revives the regional favorite in regular and zero-calorie versions.

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Energy North Group Makes Variety of Acquisitions in New England

The transactions include six convenience stores and gas stations in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

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Merchandising Cues Critical in Shaping Consumer Perceptions of Freshness

Stocked shelves, cleanliness and lack of clutter are just a few tips for retailers to follow.

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Senate Leader Mitch McConnell to Introduce Legislation Raising Minimum Tobacco Purchase Age to 21 Nationwide

Altria and Juul chief executives lend their support to a T21 federal measure.