News Archives
May 23, 2025
Poppy Markets Acquires 11 C-Stores
The 11 California-based locations are being sold by National Petroleum.
FDA Seizes $33.8 Million Worth of Illegal E-Cigarettes
The two million units lacked the mandatory premarket authorization orders from the FDA.
Retailers Offer Memorial Day Deals
7-Eleven, Circle K and Love’s all are offering fuel discounts.
FTC Drops PepsiCo Lawsuit
The Commission’s vote to dismiss the complaint was 3-0.
Senate Votes to Overturn California EV Mandates
The legislation will block current state-level mandates from taking effect.
U.S. Mint to Stop Producing Pennies
Wall Street Journal: the Treasury Department will stop putting new pennies into circulation by early next year.
May 22, 2025
A Smarter Strategy for Cash Management
A cash recycler can help retailers save on costs and labor hours.
Engineering Your Menu to Be More Profitable
An owner shares her strategies at the National Restaurant Show.
Ferrera and Hershey Launch New Sweets
Ferrera focuses on gummies while Hershey launched a milk chocolate caramel bar.
FDA and CDC Warn of Salmonella Outbreak in Cucumbers
The recalled cucumbers were available between April 29 and May 14.
May 21, 2025
Help Move Credit Card Swipe Fee Reform Forward
NACS urges members to contact their Senators to support the Marhsall-Durbin Amendment.
BP Pulse To Add EV Chargers at Waffle House Locations
BP Pulse EV charging sites will be installed at Waffle House properties across the Southeast and Sunbelt regions.
Pilot Gears Up for National Road Trip Day With Giveaway
The retailer’s research found that travelers are planning more short trips.
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Register now for the NACS Marketing Leadership Program in July to strengthen your customer strategy.
Oreo Launches ‘Sweet-and-Spiced’ Oreo
The LTO flavor was created in collaboration with musician and actress Selena Gomez.
Circle K Releases Exclusive Gatorade Flavor
The 28 oz bottle size of Summer Blaze can only be found at Circle K.
May 20, 2025
Nebraska Becomes First State to Ban Soda, Energy Drinks From SNAP
USDA approves Nebraska’s SNAP waiver request to ban sugary beverages, as other states pursue similar restrictions.
Are Next Day Deposits Costing You Money?
Cash recycling can help lower deposit totals and reduce provisional credit fees.
Amazon Offers Prime Members 20 Cents Off Per Gallon
On Fuel Up Fridays, Earnify members can double the usual 10 cent per gallon savings.
Coca-Cola Launches Sprite + Tea
The product was inspired by an online trend.
A Closer Look: Reimagining Retail in a Digital Landscape
NIQ shared trend-spotting tips at the Sweets & Snacks Expo.
QSRs Lean Into Summer Flavors
Dutch Bros launches LTO Mochi Berry drink, while KFC brings back chicken and waffles.
May 19, 2025
Alabama Prohibits C-Stores From Selling Most Vape Products
New legislation pushes the large majority of vape sales to specialty stores.
Building Bigger Baskets and ‘a Lot of Little Things’
Vroom CEO shares data-drive insights on c-store delivery.
Sweets & Snacks Expo 2025: The State of Snacking
Consumers are continuing to snack—but when, where and what they need is changing.
7-Eleven Celebrates 30 Years of Operation Chill
The program encourages police to reward youth with a free Slurpee coupon.
Gas Station Gourmet: Prepared for Disaster
Creative problem-solving kept a Louisiana c-store from closing.
Casey’s Donates Lottery Bonus to Local Charities
Plus, Rutter’s, OnCue and more also give back to local communities.