Fresh new data from Gopuff reveals what consumers ordered on the platform throughout 2021. Not only was it a big year for Gopuff, from strategic acquisitions to international expansions and new vertical launches, it was a busy year for Gopuff customers, as well. In 2021 Gopuff introduced its one-of-a-kind Gopuff experience to some of the…
Parker’s Plans Chick-fil-A, Starbucks and Parker’s Kitchen in New Savannah Location
Parker’s — CStore Decisions’ 2020 Chain of the Year — recently announced plans to open a new location on a 3.4-acre commercial site located at the corner of DeRenne Avenue and White Bluff Road in Savannah, Ga., where it will install a new Chick-fil-A, Starbucks and Parker’s Kitchen. The Parker Cos., which is the parent…
Stewart’s Opens First of 20 New Shops Planned for 2022
A former Blueox location in Hamilton, N.Y., has been remodeled into the latest Stewart’s Shops store. The new shop has a large footprint, inside and out. Outside is plenty parking, outdoor seating and gas pumps. The interior of the shop has a spacious food bar, a beer cave, extra seating and a cone counter for…
PFMA Board Welcomes McLane’s Charles Irons
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association this week welcomed Charles Irons, market director for McLane Co., to its board of directors. In 2009, Irons started his career with McLane Co. as market director. He has led management responsibilities for Circle K, Thorntons, TravelCenters of America, Speedway, EG America and QuickChek, along with several regional accounts. Currently,…
TA Express to Convert Broken Wheel Travel Center to Newest Wyoming Location
TravelCenters of America (TA) announced plans to open a new TA Express in Douglas, Wyo., in late 2022. The current Broken Wheel Travel Center will convert to the TA Express brand. TA Express Douglas will be located on I-25 between Cheyenne, Wyo., and Billings, Mo. Amenities will include gasoline with 10 fueling positions, truck diesel…
Big Y Offers Online Same-Day Service
Big Y’s e-commerce platform, myPicks Online Ordering, now offers same-day order and pickup from select locations. Big Y customers can now place orders online up until 10 a.m. for pickup later that same afternoon. myPicks provides a free, easy and contactless shopping experience for Big Y customers with no additional fees. It’s another way for…
Parker’s Hires Ted Sadowski III as Vice President of Operations
Parker’s — CStore Decisions’ 2020 Chain of the Year — recently hired Ted Sadowski III, one of CStore Decisions’ 40 Under 40 leaders to watch in 2020, as its new vice president of operations. In his new position, Sadowski is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Parker’s retail store operations, leading and motivating team members,…
The HR Benchmarking Survey is Now Open
2021 brought new challenges to convenience stores in terms of labor management as many retailers struggled to hire and retain workers in the midst of the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. Now, CStore Decisions wants to hear from YOU about the challenges you’re facing and the solutions you’re finding. Our HR Benchmarking Survey is now live. This…
TA Express to Open in Decatur, Texas
TravelCenters of America (TA) announced that it is planning a new TA Express in Decatur, Texas, in early 2023. The new site will be located between Amarillo and Fort Worth, Texas. Amenities will include gasoline with 12 fueling positions, truck diesel with six fueling positions, approximately 100 truck parking spaces and approximately 60 car parking…
7-Eleven Hawaii Launches Online SNAP Ordering for Delivery or Pickup
In a move for easier access to SNAP-eligible products, 7-Eleven Hawaii will soon be launching its online EBT offering so that its customers who are Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients can securely utilize their benefits online, just like they do in-store. All SNAP-eligible products online can be ordered without the need for a credit…