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Sep 2, 2025
Weigel’s Launches Knoxville Hot Chicken
The retailer said the chicken gives guests a ‘uniquely local flavor experience.’
Kraft Heinz to Split Into Two Companies
The split comes ten years after Kraft and Heinz merged in 2015.
Pilot Rolls Out Deals for Driver Appreciation Month
Plus, the retailer is giving the 2025 Road Warrior winner a customized Kenworth semi-truck and $50,000 cash.
EG America Unveils Fall Menu
The retailer is offering deals alongside new options like Dubai Hot Chocolate.
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
McLane Unveils New Tech Hub
The Austin-based hub will ‘support its technology and AI acceleration strategy.’
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.
Loyalty and AI: Takeaways from PDI Connections Live
Retailers are enhancing loyalty apps with gamification and new ways to redeem offers.
How to Combat Manager Turnover
While retailers reported lower rates in 2024, turnover remains an evergreen issue in convenience retail.
Aug 27, 2025
Sheetz to Open 800th Location
The retailer is offering two free hot dogs with any purchase at all locations to celebrate.
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.
Rutter’s Unveils Labor Day ‘Fuel Frenzy’
The deal offers registered Rutter’s Rewards members 20 cents off per gallon.
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.