Convenience Store News Names Inaugural Winners of Category Excellence AwardsOutstanding collaborations between a retailer category manager and their supplier or distributor partner are celebrated in this new program. New York State Takes on Illegal Vapor Sales Over Youth UseA new lawsuit names 13 manufacturers, distributors and retailers. The United Family Puts Out Call for Local & Regional Vendor Partners The Discovery Showcase will be composed of meetings, breakouts and a supplier expo to help businesses scale into retail. 7-Eleven Recognizes Ruiz Foods as Its Food Service Supplier of the Year The Mexican food manufacturer was selected for its strategic partnership in the areas of product development, innovation and collaboration. Casey's & U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Team Up to Support Veterans The convenience retailer raised more than $600,000 for two nonprofits during a recent campaign. The Hershey Co. Lays Out CEO Succession Plan CEO Michele Buck will retire June 30, 2026 after two decades at the company. FDA Proposes Changes to Food Package Labeling The proposed nutrition label provides information on saturated fat, sodium and added sugars content in a simple format. GasBuddy Extends Payments Program Into C-stores The new Pay with GasBuddy+ card offers savings based on in-store purchases, among other benefits. Supplier Spotlights: AB InBev, InStore.ai & PDI Technologies Cantaloupe, Inline Plastics, NRS, Utz Brands and Washworld also announced new initiatives, partnerships and accolades. 7-Eleven Invites 26 Finalists to Brands With Heart Showcase They represent a diverse range of products that align with the c-store retailer's commitment to making a positive impact on the planet and communities. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
