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Aug 29, 2025
Wawa to Open Two More Travel Centers
Plus, Kwik Trip announced it is entering North Dakota later this year.
How To Successfully Gamify Loyalty
At PDI Connections Live, retailers discussed how consumers expect rewarding and engaging experiences.
BP Launches Axonet Retail Media Network
The partnership ‘reflects an ongoing investment in digital innovations to deliver premier customer experiences.’
Weigel’s Rolls Out LTO Autumn Reserve Milk
The retailer said the drink is ‘a rich, creamy blend of salted caramel, bourbon and butterscotch.’
NACS Urges DOT to Strengthen Final NEVI Guidance
NACS and its cosigners asked the agency to ensure a consistent charging experience.
Aug 28, 2025
Lure Customers in With a Food Experience
Cretors’ self-serve popcorn machine helps draw customers inside the store.
Carolina-Based Retailer Opens 64th Store
Wawa, Love’s and EG America are also working on new locations.
How to Combat Manager Turnover
While retailers reported lower rates in 2024, turnover remains an evergreen issue in convenience retail.
McLane Unveils New Tech Hub
The Austin-based hub will ‘support its technology and AI acceleration strategy.’
Loyalty and AI: Takeaways from PDI Connections Live
Retailers are enhancing loyalty apps with gamification and new ways to redeem offers.
Aug 27, 2025
Sheetz to Open 800th Location
The retailer is offering two free hot dogs with any purchase at all locations to celebrate.
Rutter’s Unveils Labor Day ‘Fuel Frenzy’
The deal offers registered Rutter’s Rewards members 20 cents off per gallon.
7-Eleven Launches Pumpkin and Apple Coffee
The Autumn LTO coffees come in bottled form, hot and iced.
Strategies for Leveraging Loyalty and Enhancing Engagement
PDI Connections Live focused on app strategies and other tactics for improving loyalty programs.
Sweet and Steady: Candy Remains a Top Category in C-Stores
Retailers and marketers alike express optimism that growth will return.
OnCue Honored for Role in Establishing OnCue NICU
The OnCue NICU at Stillwater Medical Center was supported by OnCue’s $1 million donation.
Aug 26, 2025
Buc-ee’s Teams Up With Texas A&M to Sell Snacks on Campus
Texas A&M said it is the only non-Buc-ee’s location to offer Buc-ee’s food and merchandise.
Foodservice Is More Important Than Ever—And So Is the Right Equipment
Products that are simple to use can help alleviate labor constraints.
U.S. Suspends Issuing Work Visas for Commercial Truck Drivers
The move comes amid a reported commercial truck driver shortage of about 60,000 drivers.
Walmart Misses Earnings Target
Walmart’s sales are ‘growing rapidly,’ but increased costs offset these gains.
Parker’s Kitchen Supports Wounded Warrior Project
The retailer recently presented a check for $360,000 to the organization.
Love’s Launches Private Label Fall Candy
Meanwhile, Mars is rolling out Skittles Gummies Fuego, coated in a tangy chili layer.
Aug 25, 2025
Keurig Dr Pepper to Acquire JDE Peet’s for $18 Billion
KDP plans to ‘combine its coffee business with JDE Peet’s and spin it into a new company.’
EPA Acts on Petitions for Small Refinery Exemptions
NACS welcomes anticipated proposal for reallocating exempted volumes.
Where Are Travelers Headed This Labor Day?
AAA reported that Seattle, Orlando and New York are the three most popular destinations.
QSRs Introduce Seasonal Autumn Beverages
Dutch Bros is leaning into caramel and pumpkin, while Taco Bell unveiled the first Baja Blast innovation in two decades.
Mirabito Donates $75,000 to Folds of Honor
The proceeds from the campaign will remain within the communities that Mirabito serves.
Aug 22, 2025
7-Eleven Launches Labor Day Deals
Snack deals, delivery savings and more are part of this year’s promos.
Why Competitive Compensation is the Key to Employee Retention
Turnover for both full and part-time employees exceeded 100% in 2024.
The Spicy Food Trend is Still Hot
Research firm Datassential found that 95% of restaurant menus now feature spicy food options.
Nittany MinitMart Donates $183,000 to Local Firefighters
The annual campaign ran from March through June and surpassed last year’s record total by almost $7,000.
McDonald’s to Lower Combo Meal Prices
The QSR reportedly told restaurant operators that it would subsidize those who lose money on the discounts.
Aug 21, 2025
C-Stores Rolls Out Back to School Offers
Minuteman Food Mart is offering teachers a free breakfast biscuit, while Circle K is offering 40 cents off per gallon.
Sheetz Named to ‘Companies that Care’ List
Plus, Sheetz For the Kidz raised $1 million during its July in-store giving campaign.
Jacksons Acquires 24 C-Stores
The 24 Redwood stores and its Aztec Grill proprietary food offering are in Northern California.
Consumers Seek Diverse and Snackable Options
Menu items that cross meal boundaries can draw customers into your store.
What Categories Were Hot in 2024?
NACS data found key categories continue to shift, with foodservice in growth mode.
QuickChek Unveils Fall Sub Lineup
The retailer is also the Official Sub of the New York Giants for a third season.
Aug 20, 2025
More Than Half of Gen Z Indulges in ‘Little Treats’
Little treats are often bought impulsively for a moment of indulgence.
Wawa’s First Travel Center to Open Later This Month
The location will include six high-speed diesel fuel lanes, free parking for tractor-trailers and more.
Breaking Down the Costs of EV Charging Installations
The right partner can make EV charging accessible and profitable.
Maverik to Sell a Handful of Kum & Go Locations
The retailer is selling select Iowa stores to Mega Saver as it works towards retiring the Kum & Go name.
NACS and Rovertown Team Up for Swipe Fee Reform Advocacy
The partnership has generated over 10,000 letters to Congress through mobile apps.
FDA Denies Marketing for blu E-Cigarette
The product cannot be marketed or distributed in the U.S. subject to the MDO.
Aug 19, 2025
Jacksons Launches New NIL Partnerships
And will be the exclusive retailer of Boise State Bronco football collectible trading cards.
Rutter’s Brings Back Spam Menu for Fourth Year
The retailer is offering eight different Spam menu items.
Yesway Donates $200,000 to Texas Communities
The Texas retailer said the money will go to those impacted by the July floods.
Do You Know a Successful Latin American C-Store?
Nominations are now open for the NACS Convenience Retailer of the Year Award Latin America.
Reduce Labor Pressure With Grab and Go
Food items that are easy to prepare and require minimal training can help bolster a menu.
Sheetz Partners With Sofar for Another Concert
The partnership is part of the ‘Sheetzertainment’ series.
Aug 18, 2025
Rising Beef Prices Continue to Fuel QSR Chicken Wars
Beef-focused chains have said they expect rising cattle costs to take a toll on their profits this year.
Numerator: Consumers Value a Clean Lifestyle
Research found that nearly three-quarters of Americans associate clean living with healthy eating.
Trolli and Mountain Dew Team Up for Product Crossover
The Trolli x Mountain Dew Sour Brite Crawlers gummi candy and Mountain Dew Zero Sugar x Trolli Cherry Lemon are rolling out soon.
A Look Ahead at PDI Connections Live 2025
The event next week in Denver will feature hands-on sessions, networking and industry thought leadership.
Breaking Down Misconceptions About the EV Market
The overall trajectory of EV sales is still ‘up and to the right.’
Aug 15, 2025
Wawa Moves Into Middle Tennessee Market
Plus, Stewart’s Shops is reportedly in talks to acquire four New York stores, a local source said.
Members of Congress Get a Firsthand Look at C-Store Operations
Through the NACS In Store Program, lawmakers got an in-depth view of the convenience industry this summer.
Gallup: Alcohol Consumption Reaches 90-Year Low
The percentage of U.S. adults who say they consume alcohol has fallen to 54%.
Keeping it in the Family
The second generation is taking Schatz Crossroads Truck Stop into the future.
Amazon To Offer Same-Day Delivery for Perishable Foods
Reuters says its 'the latest move by Amazon to compete with delivery services offered by Walmart+ and Instacart.'
Aug 14, 2025
Walmart Instore Visits Remain Steady
Target continues to see modest but persistent visit declines since February 2025.
Retailers Contribute to Community Causes
Cubby’s supported a local school, while QuickChek held its Annual QuickChek Golf Outing.
Sheetz Hosts The All-American Rejects Parking Lot Concert
The concert kicked off what the retailer is calling ‘Sheetzertainment.’
Filtered Cigars Offer a Budget-Conscious Option in the Backbar
Price may drive purchases, but brand credibility creates loyalty, says Cheyenne International.
NACS Fights for Open Banking
NACS signed a letter along with over 80 CEOs asking the Trump Administration to address open banking policies.
This C-Store Specializes in Barbecue
Female-owned Jordan Springs Market offers barbecue options like a Brisket Grilled Cheese.
Aug 13, 2025
Retailers Set Their Sights on the East Coast
Georgia will get another Buc-ee’s location, Wawa is opening two new locations this month, and more.
Parker’s Kitchen Named to List of America’s Fastest Growing Companies
This marks the eighth time the retailer has made the Inc. 5000 list.
Is Drone Delivery Closer to Taking Off?
The FAA proposed a new rule that would make it easier for companies to offer more drone deliveries.
How Did the Economy Perform in July?
NRF reported that consumer spending increased, driven by successful summer sales.
Hershey Gears Up for Halloween
The retailer is bringing back some seasonal treats along with new options and packaging.
Aug 12, 2025
QuickChek Rolls Out Pumpkin-Spiced Seasonal Items
The retailer is offering Pumpkin Spiced Coffee now, with a full pumpkin menu to come later this month.
USPS to Block Shipping of Illicit Vapes
Per Reuters, USPS wrote to New York-based distributor Demand Vape, blocking it from using its services.
QSRs Gear Up for Fall
Chick-fil-A is launching a new pretzel cheddar club sandwich, while KFC brings back potato wedges.
As Consumers Crave Value, Fourth-Tier Cigarettes See Growth
Fourth-tier products are growing despite overall declines in the cigarette category.
NACS and Other Fuels Group Applaud Efforts to Put RFS ‘Back on Track’
Along with NATSO and SIGMA, NACS commended the Trump Administration’s efforts to reorient the Renewable Fuel Standard.
Cary Oil Expands Partnership With Upside
The collaboration adds an additional 110 dealer locations to the Upside platform.
Aug 11, 2025
CrossAmerica Partners Sold 60 Properties Last Quarter
Plus, the retailer’s net income increased year over year.
Judge Rules Debit Swipe Fees Are Set Higher Than Intended
U.S. District Court sided in favor of a NACS member’s suit that said the Durbin Amendment was misinterpreted.
Love’s Opens 106th Compressed Natural Gas Station
Plus, Wawa opened a new location in Delaware and Kwik Trip is set to open its 900th location.
Slow Momentum, Solid Growth
How did the industry overall perform in 2024? It depends on which half of the year you look at.
Employment Law Experts Offer Tips for Handling ICE Audits and Raids
Join NACS for a free webinar with Fisher Phillips LLP to prepare for potential immigration enforcement actions.
Aug 8, 2025
Arko Reports Increased Net Income in Q2
The retailer also converted 70 retail stores to dealer sites over the last three months.
Consumers are Stressed—and Coping with Iced Coffee
DoorDash’s Iced Coffee Index found lavender-flavored orders and afternoon coffee runs are up.
An Inside Look at What’s Next in Candy
Freeze-dried candy hasn’t hit its peak, and spices and protein are the next big things.
McDonald’s Sales Top Analyst Expectations in Q2
However, the QSR isn’t out of the dark.
Is the Economy Affecting Road Trips?
Research firm Placer.ai found Americans are opting for ‘shorter, regional micro-cations.’
Aug 7, 2025
Seven & i to Open 1,300 North American Stores by 2031
The CEO highlighted that ‘it is extremely important the company undergo changes now.’
C-Stores Make NRF ‘Hot 25 Retailers’ List
QuikTrip, ampm and Wawa made the ‘greatest sales growth of 2024’ list.
NACS Calls for Dismissal of California’s Lawsuit Against Federal Government
In June, Congress overturned the state’s attempt to mandate electric vehicle sales and ban ICE vehicles.
Mars to Tailor Cacao Plants to Withstand More Threats
The company has partnered with Pairwise to use gene editing technology.
Flavor Focus: International Trends
Offering international foods on the menu can help draw in more customers and prevent foodservice leakage.
Good Customer Experience Starts With Well-Trained Employees
Employees who know their role—and how important it is—create memorable customer experiences and steady financial growth.
Aug 6, 2025
Arko Opens Another Food-Forward Location
Plus, GSP remodeled two Dash In stores, and the largest owner and operator of TA Travel Center’s is working on redevelopment.
Parkland Reports Increased Q2 Net Earnings
The retailer’s financial and operating results saw an increase year over year.
Master Your Business License Compliance
Join NACS for a free webinar on license compliance strategies and tips.
AP: Most Americans are Stressed About Grocery Costs
The survey also found that 4 in 10 Americans under age 45 have used buy now, pay later services.
Weigel’s Introduces Loyalty ‘Streaks’
Streaks encourage guests to return to the app by turning a ‘daily engagement into a rewarding game.’
Aug 5, 2025
Achieving Operational Excellence by Inspiring Employees
Inspired employees take pride in their work—and inspiration starts with training.
OnCue Raises Money for Folds of Honor
The retailer donated 50 cents for every charitable cup purchased from April to June.
Jacksons Celebrates 50 Years
To celebrate the retailer is offering deals for 50 cents.
7-Eleven Launches Back-to-School Breakfast Deals
The retailer is also running deals at its Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost locations.
Starbucks to Move Away From Pickup Only Locations
Stores that only accept mobile orders for pickup ‘don’t have the right vibes.’
Aug 4, 2025
Companies Lean Into Fruit Flavored Drink Options
Beatbox recently launched its 16th flavor, while Gatorade introduced Gatorade Hydration Booster Relax.
McLane Engage: How To Stay on Trend
Cold coffee is growing, better-for-you is here and customization is key to keeping consumers coming back.
McDonald’s to Expand AI Investments
The QSR expects to roll out more AI tools to its 40,000 locations globally by 2027.
Casey’s Rolls Out Cash for Classrooms Campaign
Guests can round up at the register, purchase Coca-Cola products and donate at checkout in the app.
C-Store Industry Celebrates Another Successful 24/7 Day
This year, the event had over 100 retail brands and supplier partners participate.
Aug 1, 2025
What’s Fueling Your Business?
Or holding it back? Take a short survey to help guide a better understanding of retailer pain points and opportunities.
Reese’s and Oreo Introduce New Collaboration
The brands’ new Oreo Reese’s Cookie and Reese’s Oreo Cup will be permanent additions to their lineups.
Frazil Launches Café Tango Tuesday
The month-long promotion offers free frozen coffees every Tuesday at participating c-stores.
Altria: Oral Nicotine Pouches Continue to Drive Growth
In a recent earnings report, Altria said the category ‘grew to 52.0% of its U.S. oral tobacco category.’
7-Eleven Drops Hot Wheels Collection
The retailer is releasing 7-Eleven branded Hot Wheels cars and merchandise.
Blarney Castle Oil Co. Acquires Pri Mart Stores
The 13 Pri Mart-branded convenience stores are located in Michigan.