News Archives

Dec 19, 2025

Dash In Continues Carolina Expansion
Plus, Parker’s Kitchen opens three new locations; Maverik holds a grand opening in Idaho.

From the Editor: My Favorite Articles of 2025
From the ‘7-Eleven airport’ to celebrating Henry Armour’s 20-year tenure, these NACS Magazine articles are top highlights.

NACS Supports American Franchise Act
The Act codifies joint employment standards by defining the essential terms and conditions of employment.

Know a Retailer Changing the Game in Asia-Pacific?
Submit a nomination for the NACS Convenience Industry Leader of the Year Award Asia-Pacific by January 9.

McCormick Releases 2026 Flavor of the Year
The company announced black currant as the 2026 flavor of the year in its annual Flavor Forecast.

Dec 18, 2025

BP Names New CEO; Pilots New Store Formats in UK
Meg O’Neill will officially step into the role on April 1, 2026.

Dover Launches Retail Media Network on Fuel Dispensers
4Court Media is already live at more than 1,500 locations.

Sunoco Adds WEX Commercial Mobile Fuel Payment
The company partnered with WEX to add its DriverDash mobile payment app to thousands of stations.

Loop Neighborhood Markets Rolls Out Retail Media Network
LoopMedia Connect ‘enables brands to reach customers through a fully integrated platform.’

TEI: 6 Strategies for Reducing ICE Emissions
TEI’s latest report offers actionable insights for reducing emissions from internal combustion engine vehicles.

Dec 17, 2025

T. Hasegawa Announces Its 2026 Flavor of the Year
The company predicts ‘dark sweet cherry’ will shape food and beverage flavor trends this year.

NACS Urges Action on Retail Crime Ahead of House Judiciary Hearing
NACS’s letter underscores the real-world impacts of crime on convenience retailers and the communities they serve.

Mars Finalizes Kellanova Acquisition
Snack brands including Pringles, Pop-Tarts and Cheez-Its will now fall under the Mars Snacking umbrella.

Taco Bell Brings Back ‘Fan-Inspired’ Menu Items
Meanwhile, McDonald’s is testing out McCrispy Strips, and Chipotle just opened its 4,000th location.

Unemployment Rate Hits Four Year High
The unemployment rate rose from 4% in January to 4.6% in November.

Kwik Fill Donates $400,000 to Local Charities
‘Operation Give Thanks’ supports active-duty service members, veterans and their families.

Dec 16, 2025

Circle K Rolls Out ‘Free Coffee for a Year’ Sweepstakes
The 14 winners will be announced in March, with each receiving free coffee for a year.

Ohio Bans Most Kratom Products for 180 Days 
The rule makes it illegal to sell, possess or distribute synthetic kratom products. 

Weigel’s Launches 12 Days of Christmas
The program offers daily free items and bonus rewards through the MyWeigel’s Rewards app.

When Members of Congress Get Behind the Counter
NACS brings elected officials into c-stores—where staff and customers become advocates.

Upside: Grocery Shoppers Are Spreading Their Spend
Consumers are shopping around to get the best value on their purchase.

Dec 15, 2025

Wawa Opens 1,000th Fuel Store
Plus, Yatco and Refuel also recently opened new stores, while Love’s celebrates a remodel.

Minuteman Food Mart Unveils ‘Free Gas for a Year’ Sweepstakes
The giveaway coincides with the retailer’s ‘12 Days of Thanks’ daily app giveaways.

Fiber Moves Toward the Forefront
PepsiCo plans to launch Smartfood Fiber Pop, featuring six grams of fiber per serving.

Hawaiian C-Store Helps Customers Feel at Home
For more than 100 years, customers have considered the Kimura General Store their home away from home.

NRF: November Retail Sales Show Strong Year-Over-Year Growth
At the same time, ‘consumers are focusing on value and spending carefully.’