Effective immediately through June 1, Sheetz is offering free coffee to hospital workers, police officers, firefighters and paramedics in appreciation of their commitment to our health and safety as they fight on the frontlines of the COVID-19 crisis. “The first responders and medical personnel on the frontlines of this pandemic continue to truly inspire us, as…
Love’s Opens Travel Stops in Illinois and Michigan
Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores has opened two travel stops in Sauget, Ill., and Watertown Township, Mich. The Sauget, Ill., store, located off Interstate 255, adds 55 jobs and 85 truck parking spaces to St. Clair County. The Watertown Township, Mich., store, located off Interstates 69 and 96, adds 85 jobs and 116 truck…
Most States Have Fuel Price Average Under $2 Per Gallon
As fuel prices continue to push cheaper across the U.S., only one twelve states have an average of $2 per gallon or more, according to AAA. The national average on April 24 was $1.77, which is four cents less than last week, 28 cents cheaper than last month and $1.11 less than a year ago.…
Tanner Krause Talks Adjusting Regulations for Today’s Workforce
In today’s labor market, many convenience store chains are re-evaluating and loosening old rules — from random drug testing to tattoo bans or hair color requirements — to ensure they’re not discounting quality employees who might otherwise be an ideal fit. CStore Decisions caught up with Tanner Krause, president of Des Moines, Iowa-based Kum &…
Pinnacle’s Palm POS Now Certified for Outside EMV With Worldpay
The Pinnacle Corporation has completed and certified the integration between the Pinnacle Palm POS point-of-sale and Worldpay payment processing host for compliance with AFD EMV for contact chip card card transactions. Live site testing will begin at multiple locations soon. Pinnacle’s Palm POS with WorldPay provides petro retailers with the highest level of protection available…
PepsiCo, Bang Energy Maker Sign Exclusive US Distribution Agreement
PepsiCo and Vital Pharmaceuticals Inc. (VPX), the manufacturer of Bang Energy drinks, have entered into an exclusive alliance for PepsiCo to distribute the portfolio of Bang Energy beverages in the U.S. This alliance is effective immediately and is set to significantly increase distribution of the Bang beverage lineup. “The combined power of our two organizations…
Stewart’s Offers COVID-19 Relief to Nonprofits
Stewart’s Shops has a longstanding history of giving back to nonprofits in the communities that it serves. During these difficult times, the need is even more prevalent, as COVID-19 has impacted different groups in different ways. With an increased demand on services, many nonprofits are experiencing strains on budget, staffing and resources. Whether it’s a…
Tyson Foodservice Commits Over $50,000 to Restaurant Employee Relief Fund
Tyson Foodservice is joining forces with #TheGreatAmericanTakeout on April 28 for the second time, committing to a donation of more than $25,000 to the Restaurant Employee Relief Fund (RERF) after previously donating $25,000 the week of April 7. “We believe there is still an urgent need to continue generating support for the foodservice industry and those…
Springing into Dispensed Sales
To its cold dispensed selections, Clark’s Pump-N-Shop, which has 68 stores in Kentucky, West Virginia, Ohio and Florida, added Teazzers fresh-brewed iced tea in sweet and peach tea flavors about two months ago. The teas are flavored with cane sugar, an important selling point for customers who prefer a natural sweetener, said Jessica Russell, the…
Kwik Chek Donates Over 300 Care Packages to Local Hospitals
Spicewood, Texas-based Kwik Chek is showing its thanks to frontline workers at hospitals in its communities by donating more than 300 care packages to 13 Texas and Oklahoma hospitals. The company believes supporting the local community is crucial while weathering the COVID-19 crisis. Each care package included TXB electrolyte water, Two Hot Mamas salsa, tortilla chips, Keebler crackers,…