5 Sinclair-branded c-stores in Iowa suddenly close

It’s unclear why these locations — all of which were formerly under the EG-America owned Kwik Shop banner — have shut down.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 15, 2023

Sheetz aims for 1,000 stores

The convenience retailer held a grand opening for its 700th store Tuesday, and has plans to expand in Ohio and enter Michigan.

By Jessica Loder • Sept. 15, 2023

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Couche-Tard signs 10-year, $281M deal to outsource IT services

Montreal-based CGI will oversee “mission-critical business functions” for the retailer, including store manager experience, business process automation and data access.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 15, 2023

Grabango lays off employees across several departments

The frictionless checkout provider declined to specify the number of impacted team members, though multiple LinkedIn posts indicate cuts hit 40% of the company.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 14, 2023

Arko names new head of corporate strategy

Jordan Mann, who spent years working in investment banking and as an attorney, will help lead the c-store retailer’s M&A journey, a company spokesperson said.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 13, 2023

Parkland shakes up its retail exec ranks

In addition to a new head of its Canada segment, the convenience retailer has appointed Troy Dickson as VP of retail for Parkland USA.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 13, 2023

BP CEO Bernard Looney resigns

The oil and gas company announced Tuesday that the executive is resigning due to past personal relationships he's had with colleagues.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 12, 2023

Casey’s on track to add ‘at least’ 150 stores by fiscal 2024

The Iowa retailer is making headway toward its three-year plan to open 350 more locations by 2026.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 12, 2023

TravelCenters of America names new chief people officer

Brian Zellner has left his previous position as vice president of leadership and culture with the travel center chain’s parent company, BP, which he held since June 2022.

By Jessica Loder • Sept. 12, 2023

Good 2 Go acquires 9 c-stores, including 3 Maverik locations

The sites formerly owned by the Salt Lake City c-store giant have already been converted to Good 2 Go’s brand, according to a report from The Colorado Springs Gazette.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 11, 2023

Wally’s launches online store

The digital shop offers an assortment of the retailer’s branded merchandise like hats and koozies, as well as its homemade beef jerky.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 11, 2023

Former Couche-Tard exec joins Parkland as head of retail

Francis Lapointe held several positions with Circle K’s parent company for over a decade, including most recently leading its operations in Texas.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 11, 2023

Couche-Tard, Casey’s CEOs see big pay raises in 2023

The executives’ total compensation packages for the fiscal year were announced during the companies’ respective annual shareholder meetings.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 8, 2023

Grubhub pilots on-demand delivery for self-delivery restaurants

Operators that use in-house delivery can request a Grubhub driver for $5 per order whenever needed. 

By Julie Littman • Sept. 8, 2023

Couche-Tard credits ‘improved labor situation’ to Smart Checkout program

The retailer brought the automated platforms to 2,200 stores across North America, and 40% of in-store payments at these sites run through them, CEO Brain Hannasch said.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 7, 2023

Dollar General makes 5 top executive promotions

The latest appointments include a new executive vice president of global supply chain as well as a new senior vice president of inventory and demand management.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 7, 2023

Inside Air Guitar, the upscale c-store that’s putting a unique spin on the neighborhood market concept

A combination grocery, specialty and convenience market, this Arizona shop offers customers a mix of the healthy and indulgent — along with good vibes.

By Christine Blank • Sept. 6, 2023

Midwest c-store chain files for bankruptcy

Mega Consumers Cooperative, which operates 31 locations in Wisconsin, will shutter 13 “underperforming” stores.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 5, 2023

Wawa debuts first-ever electric truck

The c-store chain will run a six-month pilot program in partnership with Penske in order to “test and learn” more about this side of the electric vehicle space.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 1, 2023

Mountain Express to pay out incentive funds to select employees

The company’s bankruptcy trustee has received approval to distribute the remaining half of a key employee retention plan totaling up to $180,000.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 30, 2023

Giant Eagle names new CEO

The company appointed Bill Artman, who has served as interim CEO since March, to the top spot and announced Terri Micklin as president of GetGo, among other executive changes.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 30, 2023

Kum & Go CEO Tanner Krause is leaving the company

The Iowa retailer’s sale to Maverik officially closed on Tuesday, and the combined company will be led by Chuck Maggelet, CEO of Maverik.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 29, 2023

Mountain Express closes 19 Pilot-branded locations

  As the retailer’s turbulent bankruptcy case reached a climax last week, it ended its fuel and branding agreements as well as all leases.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 29, 2023

Sheetz to build $145M distribution center in Ohio

The facility is slated to open in 2026 and create 700 jobs over the next five years.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 29, 2023

Why c-stores are upgrading their coffee programs

Players like 7-Eleven, Circle K, Arko and GetGo are refreshing their offerings with new machines, flavors and specialty options. 

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 29, 2023