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Weigel’s rolls out $6 menu
Customers can choose from one of seven meal combos as the Tennessee retailer joins the move toward lower-priced food options.
By Jessica Loder • Nov. 13, 2024 -
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Why modular construction could be poised for a boom in c-stores
While prefabricated stores may cost more up front, they can be built and opened quickly while dodging weather problems and tight labor markets, experts say.
By Jessica Loder • Nov. 13, 2024 -
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Hershey buys candy brand Sour Strips for undisclosed amount
The Reese’s manufacturer said the purchase expands its sweets portfolio and increases its ability to reach new consumers across more snacking occasions.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Column3 Big Numbers: How Casey’s and other c-stores are expanding
The Iowa retailer recently closed one big acquisition and Nouria just announced another. Meanwhile, Murphy USA grows organically.
By Jessica Loder • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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MAPCO adds senior discount to loyalty program
While much of the c-store industry remains focused on Gen Z and younger consumers, MAPCO is reaching out to older shoppers.
By Jessica Loder • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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C-store holiday alcohol sales outlook merry
Alcohol sales have been under pressure lately, but getting the right flavors — and the right boozy gifts — in front of customers can pay off, experts say.
By Christine Blank • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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BP thinks its new private label line is pretty Epic
The company tested the line in March, then grew the number of items in the assortment by 50% last quarter, said Lisa Blalock, vice president of U.S. convenience and mobility for BP.
By Brett Dworski • Nov. 4, 2024 -
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How to develop a new prototype
Here are the questions to consider and steps to take when the same old store design doesn’t work anymore.
By Danielle McLean • Nov. 4, 2024 -
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Column3 Big Numbers: Maverik’s rebranding and recent growth
With news coming out this week that Kum & Go is going away in Oklahoma, we’re taking a look at Maverik’s growing footprint.
By Jessica Loder • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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7-Eleven taps Chobani veteran to lead private label development
Varun Khanna’s hiring comes as the retailer looks to its proprietary brands and foodservice programs to boost its performance in North America.
By Brett Dworski • Oct. 29, 2024 -
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Keurig Dr Pepper to buy energy drink brand Ghost for more than $1B
The acquisition expands the beverage giant’s presence in the fast-growing category and deepens a portfolio that includes water, soda, coffee and juice.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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Couche-Tard names new global head of private label
Amy Jenkins, who joins from home improvement retailer Lowe’s, takes over from Rodney Blanton, who left Circle K in June for Amazon Go.
By Brett Dworski • Oct. 25, 2024 -
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Column3 Big Numbers: Delving into Wawa’s growth
As the East Coast retailer prepares for its first store in Georgia, we take a look at what the future holds and why customers should take notice.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 25, 2024 -
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EG America gets ‘dirty’ with soda innovation
Creative dispensed beverage concoctions are at the heart of a new marketing campaign that taps into a viral social media trend.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Casey’s Center coming in 2025
The c-store company reached an agreement with the Iowa Events Center to rename the home of three professional sports teams next summer.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Amazon pilots small-format grocery concept
The test store in Chicago is meant for quick fill-in grocery runs and aims to reduce the number of stops shoppers need to complete a shopping trip.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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4 tips to help c-stores grow holiday candy sales
Convenience retailers typically cede ground in the key category as the end of the year nears. But they’re missing out on clear opportunities, experts say.
By Christine Blank • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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3 Amazon Go stores close
The locations, which are all in New York, shuttered because the company “couldn’t make the economics work with the lease cost,” a spokesperson said.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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Parker’s opens its largest store to date
The 7,122-square-foot prototype will have expanded restroom, retail, food and checkout areas.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 7, 2024 -
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C-store discounts resonate with loyalty members, fall flat with non-members, report shows
The American Customer Satisfaction Index shows a significant gap between the two consumer groups’ view of sales and promotion frequency.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Rebel introduces Hatch Chicken QSR
The proprietary eatery features a variety of chicken and sides and is expected to expand to 20 additional stores next year.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Kwik Trip launches EV charging program
The retailer’s branded initiative, Kwik Charge, will bring direct current fast chargers to many stores and develop a new app to support them.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Top convenience store conferences for 2025
As convenience retail leaders begin to fill out their calendars for next year, here are some major events to keep in mind.
By C-Store Dive Staff • Oct. 1, 2024 -
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The c-store value deals keep on rolling
Circle K and EG America are the latest players to launch $5 meals amid what's become a booming trend this year to compete with QSRs.
By Brett Dworski • Sept. 27, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Road Ahead: As the industry consolidates, small players have a big opportunity
While large companies use acquisitions to accomplish greater scale, smaller retailers retain the agility and community knowledge to build a strong niche, writes Frank Beard.
By Frank Beard • Sept. 25, 2024
