Tobacco companies such as R.J. Reynolds and others requested for the Supreme Court to put a stop to the flavored tobacco ban voted on in California in November, but the Supreme Court decided against blocking it, according to CBS News. The vote that took place in November was held to determine whether or not a…

For the first time, General Mills is bringing its Old El Paso brand to c-stores with its new Old El Paso Fiesta Twists. The crispy and crunchy corn chips with a twist give convenience store retailers a fun snack option to meet demand for savory indulgence anchored in Mexican-inspired flavors. One available flavor is Cinnamon […]

Monster Energy launched Orange Dreamsicle, its latest addition to its signature Monster Reserve series. The beverage packs a powerful punch but has a smooth, easy-drinking creamy orange sherbet flavor. Monster Reserve Orange Dreamsicle has 160 milligrams of caffeine. The Monster Reserve line is a premium flavor offering, but at the regular line price. Orange Dreamsicle joins […]

As a member of the Love’s Family of Companies, Trillium Energy Solutions announced it is offering customers the chance to earn My Love Rewards (MLR) points when they purchase compressed natural gas (CNG) at Trillium stations across the country. The MLR loyalty program gives drivers points and credits for free items when they fuel at…

Convenience store consumers love beef jerky, a spiced, dried meat. And yet few have heard of biltong, another form of spiced, dried meat. That could spell opportunity. For the 52 weeks ending Oct. 30, 2022, convenience stores nationwide saw sales of dried meat snacks reach $2.2 billion, a 4% increase, according to IRI, a Chicago-based…

Ferrara released Brach’s Holiday Lights in time for the holiday season. These are jelly candies with stunningly bright colors that have multiple uses, including to snack on, display in a dish or decorate gingerbread house with. Flavors include lime, blue raspberry, cherry and lemon. Brach’s Holiday Lights are available nationwide in a 10-ounce Laydown Bag […]

Circle K announced its first-ever U.S. nationwide advertising campaign, “Fueled by Circle K,” taking place over the next year. The campaign focuses on Circle K fuel, which is now available in over half of its 7,000 U.S. locations. The campaign underscores Circle K’s mission to make customers’ lives a little easier every day, highlighting fuel…

Michelob ULTRA teamed up with the NBA to unveil the limited-time 2022-2023 Michelob ULTRA NBA Team Cans. The 19 special-edition cans were created by six artists with their own unique style who brought the new collection to life in a way that represents the pride, joy and culture of each city’s team. The artists used […]

Kellogg’s released an all-new c-store product — RXBAR A.M. RXBAR A.M. comes in two flavors: Honey Cinnamon Peanut Butter and Chocolate. It meets the need for a wholesome, on-the-go morning snack with real, simple ingredients. The bar has 10 grams of protein from egg whites, grains, nuts and seeds. It features soft rolled oats, creamy […]

QuikTrip (QT) opened a new remote travel center in Humble, Texas. Earlier this year, the retailer opened two other greater-Houston-area travel centers in Conroe, Texas; and Cleveland, Texas. The first customers were greeted on the opening day of business Dec. 8 at 6306 Aldine Bender Road. The travel center features a larger designed lot and…