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Beverages & Cold Vault
- 7-Eleven Launches Coca-Cola, Oreo-Flavored Slurpee
- Twice Daily, White Bison Bring Back Fall Flavors
- Limited-Edition Energy Shot
- 7-Eleven Crafts a New Coffee Blend with Green Day
- Stewart’s Shops Partners with New York Racing Association
- Alcoholic Beverages Gold Award: Meta Hard Elixir by Metabev LLC
- Alcoholic Beverages Silver Award: Seagram’s Escapes Refreshers by FIFCO USA
- Alcoholic Beverages Silver Award: BeatBox Hard Tea Variety Pack by BeatBox Beverages
- Alcoholic Beverages Bronze Award: SABÉ 500-Milliliter Margarita Canned Cocktail by SABÉ Beverages
- Non-Alcoholic Beverages Gold Award: Topo Chico Sabores by The Coca-Cola Co.
Candy, Gum & Mints
- Dessert-Inspired Reese’s Cup
- Football-Themed Gummy Candy
- Halloween-Themed Reese’s Cup
- Limited-Edition Hard Candy
- Cinnamon-Flavored Kit Kat
- Candy Gold Award: Kool-Aid Two-Pack Rock Candy Sticks 1.06-Ounce Peg Bag by Hilco Sweets LLC
- Candy Gold Award: Reese’s Big Cup With Caramel by The Hershey Co.
- Candy Silver Award: Sow Good Freeze Dried Candy by CB Distributors Inc.
- Candy Bronze Award: Hi-Chew Gummies by Morinaga America Inc.
- Fruity, Chewy Panned Candy
Car Wash
- Unlocking Car Wash Success
- Advanced Vehicle Wash Lighting Options
- Love’s Opens Truck Washes at Select Locations
- Warrenton Oil Offers Car and Truck Wash Subscription Program
- Soapy Joe’s Receives Multiple Wins at the American Business Awards
- Dencar Technology Introduces New Car Wash POS Solution
- Car Washes Continue to Thrive
- Alimentation Couche-Tard to Acquire True Blue Car Wash
- Warrenton Oil Co. Introduces New Car Wash Program
- Profiting With Car Washes
Case Study
- Ordering & Inventory Made Easy
- Data Capture Solutions Recommends CipherLab For Convenient Store Ordering
- Stellar Systems Recommends CipherLab for C-Store Ordering
- MOBISOFT Recommends CipherLab for C-Store Scanning, Labeling
Category Insights
- Insights with Category Leaders: Fintech
- Insights with Category Leaders: Kellogg
- Insights With Category Leaders: Haleon
- Insights With Category Leaders: Home Market Foods
CBD
- Tapping Into Tobacco Accessories and CBD
- CBD Awaits Clear Regulations
- Hemp Industry Representatives Issue Letter to House Energy and Commerce Committee
- United Hemp Industry Provides Updated Farm Bill Priorities
- Finding a Legal Pathway for Cannabinoids Continues
- Congress Seeks Input Regarding CBD
- Global Widget Acquires Two New Brands
- Fire & Flower Files for Bankruptcy Protection
- A Place for CBD
- Couche-Tard Signs Licensing Agreement with Canadian Cannabis Retailer
CBD Retail Trends
Chain of the Year
- Pilot Company Named CStore Decisions’ 2024 Chain of the Year
- TXB Receives CSD’s 2023 Chain of the Year Award
- TXB Named CSD’s 2023 Chain of the Year
- Nouria Honored With CStore Decisions Chain of the Year Award
- Nouria Named CSD’s 2022 Chain of the Year
- Celebrating Yesway and Industry
- Yesway Honored as 2021 Chain of the Year
- Yesway Accepts CStore Decisions Chain of the Year Honors
- Seating Open for Yesway Chain of the Year Gala
- Yesway Named CStore Decisions 2021 Convenience Store Chain of the Year
Coffee & Hot Beverages
- Wawa Announces Return of ‘Cheers to Classrooms’ Initiative
- Instant Espresso Coffee
- Coffee Consumption Rises
- What Are the Dos and Don’ts for Hot Dispensed?
- Flavors Appeal to Young Coffee Consumers
- Retailers Weigh in on Bean-to-Cup Transition
- Wawa Brings Back ‘Free Coffee Tuesdays’ for Rewards Members
- Maverik Offers Free Coffee on Veterans Day
- Foxtrot Launches Fall-Themed Coffee Varieties
Community & Philanthropy
- Rutter’s Commits $50,000 to Support Veteran Outreach
- Love’s Donates $378,000 in Honor of 60th Year of Business
- TA Raises Almost $300,000 for Trucker Charities
- CITGO to Host Emergency Preparedness Community Event
- Enmarket Raises $28,000 for United Way
- EG America Donates $645,000 to American Cancer Society
- Marathon Refinery Raises $18,000 for Texas Schools
- HOP Shops Reopens Kentucky Store
- Stewart’s Shops Opens Rebuilt New York Location
COVID-19
- What Did COVID Teach Us About Employee Management?
- NAG Educational Sessions Cover Business Outcomes, COVID
- Americans’ Impressions of Public Restrooms and Facilities Since COVID
- Circle K Stocking 200,000 At-Home COVID-19 PCR Tests
- How Will Omicron Impact the Economy?
- COVID-19 Reshaped Needs for Convenience and Health
- McDade Products, G Medical Tests and Services Provide Retailers With at-Home COVID-19 Test Kits
- What Are the Hand-Washing Best-Practices for C-Stores?
- Better-for-You Snacks Market Rises to $39 Billion
- Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions
CSD Daily
- Murphy USA, Core-Mark Extend Supply Agreement
- CWU Campus Dining Launches Fresh Food Concept
- A Salute to Our Industry
- NAG/YEO Conference’s Hallmark InfoExchanges More Than a Virtual Success
- NAG/YEO Conference: Experts Bring Clarity, Direction to Data Privacy Issues
- Experts Weigh In on Speedway Deal
- Experts Weigh In On Possible Couche-Tard, Speedway Deal
CStore Resources
- The 16th Annual HR Benchmarking Report
- The 2024 Category Management Handbook
- The 2024 Social Media Awards
- CStore Decisions’ 2023 40 Under 40 Leaders to Watch
- Overcoming Challenges in Hiring and Retention
- The 2023 Social Media Awards
- CStore Decisions’ 2022 40 Under 40 Leaders to Watch
- Navigating Staffing Challenges in Today’s Labor Market
- The 2022 Social Media Awards
- CStore Decisions’ 2021 40 Under 40 Leaders to Watch
Digital Issues
- September 2024: Sunstop Shines in the Sun Belt
- August 2024: Fourth Generation Leads Crosby’s Transformation
- July 2024: 2024 Chains to Watch
- June 2024: Tobacco and Nicotine: Charting the Way Ahead
- May 2024: Navigating the Digital Frontier
- April 2024: Battling Today’s Staffing Challenges
- March 2024: The 2024 Category Management Handbook
- February 2024: The 2024 Foodservice Report
- January 2024: EV Adoption Still a Long Game
- December 2023: 40 Under 40 Leaders to Watch
Editor's Blog
- Young Leaders Will Determine Future Success
- Gasoline Muscling Up—Flips into Seasonal Backwardation
Events
- Make Lifelong Connections at CStore Momentum
- Day Two of CStore Momentum to Talk Culture, Foodservice and More
- Burning Issues Exchange — the ‘Heart and Soul’ of CStore Momentum
- CStore Momentum to Feature Information Exchanges, Advice from Yesway Executives
- CStore Momentum Features Community Outreach Opportunity
- CStore Momentum 2024 to Offer Valuable Insights and Hands-On Learning
- YEO Conference to Host DEI Workshop
- YEO Conference to Explore Technology and Labor Management
FAQs
- Should I Invest in Self-Serve Technology?
- How Do I Promote My Foodservice Items?
- How Can I Be There for My Employees?
- What Should My Merchandising Strategy Be?
- What Are Direct-Current Fast Chargers?
- How to Boost Salty Snack Sales
Featured New Products
- Venison Meat Sticks
- Pizza Program for Retailers
- Marinated Chicken Breast Chunks
- Breakfast Tacos
- Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Flatbread Pizza
- LTO Chips
- Stuffed Nachos
Foodservice
- Menu Innovations Fuel Foodservice Sales
- Diving Into Salty, Healthy Snack Trends
- Casey’s Brings Back Waffle Breakfast Sandwich
Fuel & Gas
- Gas Prices Fall Six Cents Nationwide
- Gas Prices Still Declining, But at a Slower Rate
- Pump Prices Could Dip Below $3 This Fall
- bp Subsidiary Opens Renewable Gas Plant
- Gas Prices Dip, Electricity Stays Steady
- Chevron Begins Production at ‘Industry-First’ Deepwater Anchor Project
- 7-Eleven to Grow Diesel Network to 500 Locations
- bp Commits to Open Sixth Hub in Gulf of Mexico
- EMV Upgrades Are a Cakewalk Compared to What Might Be Next
- bp Becomes First Official Partner of Future Audi Formula 1 Team
HBA
- Healthy Trends for Health & Beauty Aids
- Water Purification Tablets
- Health & Beauty Sales Bring Mixed Results
Hot New Products Contest
Idea of the Day
- CSD/NAG Idea of the Day: Coffee Bar
- CSD/NAG Idea of the Day: Inventory Tobacco
- CSD/NAG Idea of the Day: Dinner Bundles
Independent Operators
- Finding Success as an Independent Operator
- Forecourt Tech Leans to the Future
- Ferrellgas Partners Acquires Eastern Sierra Propane
- PDI Technologies Launches New Solutions and Programs
- Neon CEO Talks Forward Progress
- Road Ranger Commits to Everyday Consumers
- Neighborhood C-Stores Deemed Important to Consumers
Industry News
- Marathon Recognized for Energy Efficiency by EPA
- Parkland to Sell Florida Business
- Buc-ee’s to Open First Location in Arkansas
- Royal Farms Opening New North Carolina Location
Industry Thought Leaders
Leaders in Convenience
- Abbott Nutrition
- ADD Systems
- Apter Industries, Inc.
- Axis Communications
- Biolyte
- Brakebush Chicken
- Brother Mobile Solutions
- Calico Brands, Inc.
- Calpipe Security
- CBE, Inc.
Legislation & Reglation
Legislation & Regulation
- FDA Authorizes First-Ever Menthol-Flavored E-Cigarettes
Loyalty
New Products
News
- Spinx Expands in South Carolina
- Bring Big Profits and Local Flavor to Convenience Stores
- CITGO Reimages Sites to Illuminate and Elevate Designs
- Road Ranger Talks Technology Integration
- BlueSky Debuts Epicenter Store, Eyes Future Growth
- It’s Time To Compete With Restaurants
- NAG Conference Agenda Questions Answered
- Snack Trends & Innovations Protect your Assortment from the “Same Old, Same Old”
- Easy-to-Operate Concept Ready to Fill in Territories
On Location
- Sheetz Family Charities Supports Local Kids
- Cubby’s Gives Back With Bear Share Contest
- Quicklee’s Supports Toys for Tots Campaign
- Casey’s Round-Up Campaign Supports Veterans
- RaceTrac Raises Funds for Camp Sunshine
- Love’s Supports Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
- High’s Celebrates Hometown Heroes
- FriendShip Stores Supports Make-A-Wish
Operations & Marketing
Other
Plant-based Foods
Podcasts/How To Series
- How Artificial Intelligence is Impacting Convenience Stores
- Podcast: 2023 Social Media Awards
- How to Develop Your EV Strategy
- How to Be an Outstanding Partner in Your Community
- How to Develop and Refine Your Retail Brand
- Winning the Last Mile and Boosting Online Sales
- How to Energize Your Retail Brand
- Conversations With Women in Convenience Featuring Christy Patient
- How To Create a More Efficient Global Supply Chain
- How To Track Customer Trends With Elie Katz
Renewable and Alternative Energy
Research
Research & Downloads
Safe Shop
Snacks
Sponsored Content
- Preventing Underage Tobacco Sales
- Preventing Underage Tobacco Sales
- Fueling Local Communities with Modern Technology
- How Convenience Stores Are Satisfying Cravings With Bold Flavors
- How a 103 Location Convenience Store Enhanced Operations
- Offering Deep Discount Tobacco Options Increases Revenue
- How This Chain Eliminated 25 Percent of Inventory Lag
- Customized Convenience: How a Pizza Program Fits Any C-Store Space
- Catering to Americas Sweet Tooth
- IHOP Seeks Franchisees to Expand On-the-Go Formats
Technology
Tobacco
Top Stories
Videos
- More on NAG Convenience’s Info Exchanges
- NAG Convenience to Feature Labor Management Session
- Young Executive Opportunities at NAG
- Learn More About the NAG Artificial Intelligence Session
- Insights on the Foodservice Marketing Session at NAG
- Calling All C-Store Retailers to Take the HR Benchmarking Survey
- Joy Almekies Shares Her Thoughts on the NAG Conference
Webinars
- Webinar: How Safe Shop Certification Can Help Your Brand Stand Out – December 17
- Webinar: What Will You Do if a Store is Contaminated with COVID-19?
- Webinar: Top Challenges Impacting Your Alcohol Margins Today
- Webinar: Grab-and-Go: How to maximize your foodservice options
- Webinar: 5 qualities of the freshest C-Store mobile apps
- Webinar: Coffee subscriptions – The key to increase morning visits
- Webinar: C-Stores and delivery: How to capitalize on this growing trend
- Webinar: Small Systems, ‘Big Solutions’
White Papers
- White Paper: Using Today’s Data to Plan Tomorrow’s Strategy
- How Retailers Can Show Up and STAND OUT: How local reviews impact SEO and your BOTTOM LINE

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