7-Eleven has announced the launch of a new line of golf-themed merchandise, which is available for purchase on 7Collection.com — the retailer’s online merchandise store. The collection features: Club-approved polos. Crops, tank tops and t-shirts. Ballcaps, bucket hats and snapbacks. Golf balls and tees. Patches, pins and socks featuring 7-Eleven’s vintage rooster logo from the…
Wills Group Appoints New CEO
The Wills Group has announced the appointment of Julian B. (Blackie) Wills as its new president and CEO. The announcement caps two years of growth across the Wills Group as it continues to invest and grow its retail line of businesses, including 14 company-operated Dash In sites, 41 Dash In franchise sites and 225 locations…
ARKO Announces Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results
ARKO has announced its second quarter 2023 results, which revealed a strong quarter led by higher merchandise contribution and acquisitions. Second Quarter 2023 Key Highlights Net income for the quarter was $14.5 million, compared to $31.8 million in the prior year quarter, primarily due to an approximately $15 million increase in depreciation and amortization expenses…
Kum & Go Strengthens Partnership With Upside
Kum & Go has extended its partnership with technology company Upside, now offering cash back promotions at 203 c-stores in the chain’s network. This strategic expansion follows the companies’ successful initial partnership in November 2022. Upside has noted that the growth of this partnership serves as a testament to its unwavering dedication to supporting retailers…
Big Mike’s Celebrates 15th Anniversary, Eyes Expansion
Big Mike’s Gas N Go is celebrating 15 years in business. Headquartered in Lebanon, Ohio, Big Mike’s recently opened its fifth convenience store in the state and plans to continue expanding its footprint. The independent c-store chain features a proprietary foodservice program and drive-throughs and is eyeing opportunities in loyalty programs and delivery. Owner Mike…
Buc-ee’s to Take Legal Action Against Knock-Off Store
Buc-ee’s has announced that it will be taking legal action against a Mexican c-store that has branded itself as “Buk-II’s Super Mercado,” reported FOX 28 Savannah. A now-viral Facebook post shows a photo of the store in which the company has replaced the Buc-ee’s beaver with a similar-looking gopher. As a result, Buc-ee’s has stated…
Rogers Petroleum Acquires Deloy L. Brown Petroleum
Tennessee-based Rogers Petroleum has announced the acquisition of the multifaceted Deloy L. Brown Petroleum, based in Crossville, Tenn. The deal was comprised of three Exxon branded convenience stores and dealer supply accounts, an established commercial fuels and lubricants business, including a commercial bulk plant facility and card lock in Crossville, plus related equipment. “This acquisition…
7-Eleven to Offer One Customer Chance to be in Music Video
7-Eleven has announced a promotion that will give one customer the chance to be an extra in a music video from Cole Bennett and the powerhouse multi-media company Lyrical Lemonade. The winner will be flown out to spend time on set and meet with a to-be-announced hip hop star. Through Aug. 29, 7Rewards and Speedy…
Kwik Star Set to Open New Iowa Store
Kwik Star — the Iowa counterpart of Kwik Trip — has announced a new store opening in Sioux Center, Iowa, reported Sioux Center News. The new 9,000-square-foot site is set to open Jan. 11, 2024 and will be located on 3.34 acres of land. The store will have diesel and gas pumps, a car wash…
Prasek’s Family Smokehouse Celebrates Six Years in Sealy, Texas, Community
Prasek’s Family Smokehouse has commemorated the six-year anniversary of its Sealy, Texas, store. Since opening its doors six years ago, the store has become a staple to the local community with its flourishing foodservice offerings and hands-on customer service. “At Prasek’s, we are deeply honored to be a part of the Sealy community for the…