7-Eleven is piloting a new fresh baked goods initiative called ‘Baked In Store’ in which select stores in key markets will get new equipment that will allow them to produce a new line of baked goods in stores. The goods will be fresh and hot — and made multiple times a day as needed. 7-Eleven…
TravelCenters of America Opens First TA Express in Arizona
TravelCenters of America Inc. (TA) has opened a new TA Express in White Hills, Ariz., through a franchise agreement with Orly Jackson and Lissette Fernandez. A newly constructed building sits on seven acres of land at 19210 N. Hwy 93. Amenities at TA Express White Hills include: 67 truck parking spaces 23 auto parking spaces…
McLane President and CEO Grady Rosier to Retire, Tony Frankenberger to Assume the Role
McLane Company Inc. announced that Grady Rosier will retire as the company’s president and CEO, effective Aug. 28. He will be succeeded by Tony Frankenberger. Rosier has worked for McLane for more than 36 years and has held the title of president and CEO for the last 25 years of that time. His influence has elevated…
DoorDash Launches ‘DashMart’ Convenience Stores
DoorDash announced the launch of DashMart stores nationwide, which the company calls “a new type of convenience store,” owned, operated and curated by DoorDash. The stores will offer thousands of convenience, grocery and restaurant items, from ice cream and chips, to cough medicine and dog food, to spice rubs and packaged desserts from local restaurants. In…
Wawa Debuts Kids Meals
Wawa announced the addition of Kids Meals at all 900 stores in Mid-Atlantic and Florida. The c-store chain aims to offer mobile ordering and delivery service of Kids Meals in the near future. As an extension of Wawa’s unique customization abilities, Kids Meals offer a choice of entrée including Junior hoagies with turkey, ham, roast beef…
Relaxation Syrup
Legal Lean Syrup is a mood-enhancement drink made to help consumers unwind after a stressful day. The natural relaxation dietary supplement comes in a two-ounce shot in grape and cherry flavors. Consumers tend to mix it with a soda, put it in a double styrofoam cup and sip it slowly. The soda and the double […]
Halloween Gummies
This fall, HARIBO is unveiling a brand-new Halloween gummi pack, joining the ranks of tasty seasonal treats like Sweet or Scary Mix, Sour Vampire Bats and Switches’ Brew. The new treat, Scaremix, features a range of gummies, both sweet and sour flavors. The full list includes: Boo Bears (Watermelon, Blood Orange, Cherry, Blue Berry), Dracula’s Rings (Cherry & […]
Thorntons Requires Face Masks in All Locations
Louisville, Ky.-based Thorntons announced that it’s asking customers to wear a face covering when shopping our stores even if there isn’t a local Executive Order in place. Thorntons Cares about the communities where its guests and team members live and work and is always committed to taking measures to keep its stores clean and safe.…
Probiotic Water
Key nutrients tend to diminish in a liquid from the moment of bottling. To solve this problem and deliver the highest possible nutritional value, Karma Water developed a cap technology to store all the key ingredients away from the water until that moment of consumption. When ready to drink, you “peel – push – shake” […]
Love’s Expands Branded Product Line
Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores is expanding of its Love’s branded product line with the addition of new candy and water options. “We listen to what our customers want and what they want is superior products at competitive prices,” said Mark Romig, director of merchandising for Love’s. “Based off customer feedback, we’ve added new…










