Many employees still await their day in court. Pilot Flying J can breathe a momentary sigh of relief as all civil suits filed in federal court against the truck stop and travel center chain have, at this point, either been dismissed, settled or are under negotiation to be settled. WBIR 10 News Online reported that…
NATSO Responds To Transportation Act
NATSO noted tolls are an inefficient, counter-productive means of raising revenue for the nation’s highways that jeopardize the safety of the traveling public. NATSO, the national association representing truckstops and travel plazas, applauded Congress for passing the bipartisan, five-year $305 billion highway reauthorization bill, “Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act.” The trade association reiterated its concern,…
7-Eleven Impacted By FDA Celery Recall
E.coli outbreak prompts FDA to recall products containing celery from Taylor Farms Pacific. 7-Eleven is among stores involved in a celery recall due to an E.coli outbreak. NBC News reported that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded a recall of food products containing celery potentially contaminated with E.coli bacteria to more than…
Parker’s Funds Local School
Parker’s convenience store chain donates a portion of proceeds from every gallon of gas purchased. Parker’s, headquartered in Savannah, Ga., has is helping to fund local schools as part of its Fueling the Community Program. On Dec. 1, it presented a check for $5,000 to Bryan County Public Schools. “We’re delighted to support Bryan County…
How Customers View Gluten-Free Foods
Mintel research uncovers how customers really feel about gluten-free diets and products. Despite skepticism of gluten-free diets, Americans are consuming gluten-free foods more than ever before. New research from Mintel reveals that nearly half (47%) of consumers agree that gluten-free diets are a fad, compared to 31% in 2013. What’s more, one quarter (25%) of…
Hershey Commits to Preventing Deforestation
Hershey commits to achieving high sustainable sourcing standards. The Hershey Co. has launched a new, comprehensive Pulp and Paper Policy in order to help prevent deforestation in its supply chain. The company has also announced an update on its efforts to trace its global palm oil supply chain. “Preventing deforestation has never been more important,”…
Central Specialties Ltd. Expands Product Portfolio
Central Specialties Ltd. acquires youth seating line. The commercial youth seating line of Crystal Lake, Ill.- based Central Specialties Ltd. (CSL) has been acquired by Bobrick Washroom Equipment Inc. The line consists of high chairs, boosters and infant cradles. Centennial, Colo.- based Koala Kare Products (KKP), a Division of Bobrick, will be responsible for the sales,…
Pemex Enters U.S.
The Mexican c-store company looks to test its strength by entering the Houston market. Mexico’s national oil company, Petróleos Mexicanos, known as Pemex, launched its first gasoline station outside of Mexico in Texas on Thursday. According to San Antonio Express News, the company is evaluating its brand strength by competing in the U.S. Pemex will…
InComm Commits to Georgia’s Future
InComm looks to hire over 275 people in the coming year. During a ceremony at InComm’s downtown Atlanta headquarters, in the presence of governor Nathan Deal and mayor Kasim Reed, the company announced its commitment to grow Georgia’s workforce. Leaders from Georgia Department of Economic Development, state and local elected officials and representatives from the…
Why Consumers Shop Non-Traditional Channels
C-stores are considered viable alternatives to traditional grocers and supermarkets. International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association’s (IDDBAs) annual trends research report, What’s in Store 2016, has revealed that non-traditional retail channels such as convenience stores, drug stores, farmers markets and online shopping are seeing continued growth. These non-traditional channels also account for a larger percentage of the food…