Pump & Pantry to acquire 21 Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh stores
The Nebraska-based convenience retailer will grow to 69 locations through the acquisition.
C-Stores
Gourmet food helps drive convenience store traffic
Foodservice has become a critical growth driver for c-store operators as tobacco sales decline and alcohol sales soften.
Dolly Parton’s first Tennessean Travel Stop to open on June 24
The travel center is the result of a partnership between Dolly Parton, her longtime manager Danny Nozell, and Gregory H. Sachs, owner of the Tennessean Travel Stop brand, which has operated since 2017.
Buc-ee’s breaks ground on first North Carolina travel center June 10
The North Carolina project is part of a broader growth strategy that continues to push the Texas-based chain into new markets.
Pilot mobilizes c-store network for stroke awareness fundraising push
For the convenience channel, the initiative highlights how large-scale operators are increasingly integrating purpose-driven campaigns into everyday retail interactions.
Parker’s Kitchen boosts support for veterans with expanded WWP donation match
“Veterans are truly our nation’s heroes, and we consider it a privilege to give back to those who have made significant sacrifices to protect our freedoms,” said Greg Parker, founder and executive chairman of Parker’s Kitchen.
CrossAmerica Partners adopts cloud platform
CrossAmerica Partners is rolling out a cloud-managed connectivity platform across nearly 1,600 locations through a new agreement with Mako Networks.
Weigel’s marks 95 Years with summer loyalty and value push
Layered on top is a significant push into digital engagement through the MyWeigel’s Rewards ecosystem.
ARKO posts stronger Q1 as transformation strategy gains traction
ARKO said investments in customer engagement, dealerization and new growth opportunities helped drive improved first-quarter performance.
Murphy USA expands store base as inside sales hold steady
The company opened six new stores in the first quarter and is on pace to add 45-55 locations in 2026, with 18 currently under construction.
House passes farm bill with key implications for c-stores
A major win for the convenience channel is the bill’s permanent ban on Electronic Benefit Transfer processing fees.
7-Eleven restaurants introduce all-new kids’ meals
The new meals dish up kid-favorite bites, making the kids’ table the best seat in the house.
JiMMYBAR! brings creatine protein bar to 1,500+ convenience stores
The placement brings the bar to all 10 EG America banners.
Sweets & Snacks Expo draws convenience focus
As the Sweets & Snacks Expo returns to Las Vegas, convenience retailers focus on new product innovation, grab-and-go formats, and premium snack trends to boost traffic, impulse buys, and higher-margin sales.
Shoppers shift food spend to c-stores
New Tillster data shows consumers are visiting c-stores more often for food as restaurant loyalty declines and value, convenience and speed take priority.
NACS CEO Frank Gleeson on the next phase of c-store growth
In an interview with MMR, NACS CEO Frank Gleeson explains that convenience stores are expanding beyond fuel and tobacco to include food, digital tools, and enhanced in-store experiences as the next phase of growth.