CST Brands is the beneficial owner of 5,284,308 common units of CrossAmerica Partners LP, representing a 15.9% ownership interest. CST Brands Inc. has announced that the independent executive committee of its board of directors has approved a purchase program authorizing CST Brands and its subsidiaries to purchase up to an aggregate of $50 million of…
New Corner Store Celebrates Grand Opening
New Corner Store shows commitment to community through donations to the local high school. A ribbon-cutting ceremony has been held to celebrate the grand opening of the newest Corner Store in Temple, Texas. Along with the ceremony the store hosted giveaways for the customers who attended. The new store is located at 2502 W. FM 93…
Kum & Go Headquarters Construction Set To Begin
Construction will continue through 2018. Construction of the Kum & Go Downtown Headquarters, Krause Gateway Center, is set to move forward as early as next week. Construction fencing has been installed around the perimeter of the project at 1459 Grand Avenue, and demolition of existing buildings is slated to begin the week of Sept. 21,…
The United Family Expands Loyalty Program
With points accumulation, guest can earn free fuel or groceries. The United Family is expanding its rewards program by launching a points program, which allows guests to earn free fuel or groceries by making everyday purchases at any of the 66 United Supermarkets, Market Street, Amigos, Albertsons Market and United Express locations in West Texas,…
Mickey Mart Partners With OpenStore By Gas Buddy
Expands digital marketing presence at its convenience stores through a new mobile app. Mickey Mart Convenience Stores is expanding its digital marketing with its new OpenStore by GasBuddy mobile app. Locally-owned and operated, Mickey Mart takes pride in offering the best customer experience. The new app expands its engagement to customers’ mobile phones. “OpenStore offers…
QuickChek Supports U.S. Veterans
QuickCheck works to give back to its local communities. More than 5,000 bottles of water were provided by QuickChek Corp. to participants in the inaugural Suffolk County Marathon & Half Marathon to Support Our Veterans. The fresh convenience market chain is a Silver Star sponsor of the Sept. 13 race benefiting veterans living in Suffolk County. “We’re…
CITGO Helping Underserved Youth Though Red Sox Foundation Partnership
Donates $2,500 in gas gift cards, aids transportation costs. CITGO, along with its local branded marketers and retailers, is joining forces with the Red Sox Foundation to further help underserved youth in the Boston area. With a $2,500 donation of CITGO Gift Cards, the foundation can now provide transportation for youth involved in its two…
CITGO Customers Compete For The Ultimate Road Trip Experience
Sweepstakes allows CITGO to engage customers online, in-store and through their mobile phones. CITGO Petroleum Corp. has announced its “Ultimate Road Trip Sweepstakes,” running now through Oct. 26, 2015. “We’re proud to be a part of our customers’ lives and fuel their road trips, whether that involves everyday trips like driving to work or once-in-a-lifetime…
NAG Conference Wraps Up In Santa Fe
Foodservice stats, trends and takeaways dominate the closing sessions of the 2015 NAG Conference. By Erin Rigik, Senior Editor The fourth and final day of the National Advisory Group (NAG) 2015 conference kicked off yesterday with a presentation by Tampa, Fla.-based Study Hall Research. The session focused on Study Hall Research’s “2015 Foodservice Perception Study” and was…
How Loyalty Is Taking a Front Seat
Loyalty providers are meeting customer expectations with innovative programs. By David Bennett, Senior Editor Today, loyalty programs aren’t only providing Americans with savings at the pump and inside the store, but are enabling convenience retailers to boost sales and engage their customers in ways like never before. Loyalty was in the spotlight at the 2015…