Ignite Retail Technology has partnered with Pinnacle Corp. to bring Pinnacles’ modern Affiniti Cloud Point-of-Sale (POS) System into the Ignite Retail Cloud (IROS). Ignite, renowned for its cutting-edge cloud solutions and expertise in boosting retail potential, is heralding a transformative phase in retail technology. By integrating Pinnacles’ Affiniti Cloud POS with Ignite, retailers gain access…
Family Express Unveils Contemporary New Store Design, Announces Expansion Plans
Family Express has unveiled a new, reimagined store design, in addition to the announcement of its ambitious expansion plans. For the last three decades, Family Express’ exterior architecture was characterized by its classical, colonial look. The new prototype has a contemporary flair, and the company noted that it is “esthetically more inviting to a younger…
Lula Convenience Partners With Core-Mark
Lula Convenience has announced a partnership with Core-Mark, a premier distributor in the c-store retail industry that offers a comprehensive suite of products, marketing programs and advanced technology solutions. Core-Mark serves approximately 50,000 customer locations across the U.S. and Canada through its network of 37 distribution centers. This collaboration is designed to empower Core-Mark’s network…
Couche-Tard to Sell 68 Circle K Locations
Alimentation Couche-Tard has announced that it will sell 68 of its Circle K locations, located across 21 states in the U.S. The stores have an average size of 2,300 square feet and an average lot size of 23,000 square feet. Of the sites, 37 are fee-owned and 31 are leased, while 42 properties sell fuel,…
Wawa Plans to Open 60 New Stores in Ohio
After the previous announcement of its major expansion into Kentucky, Wawa has announced the details of its newest venture into the state of Ohio, which include plans to open approximately 60 stores over the next eight to 10 years. The first groundbreakings are set to occur in mid-2024. To build each store, Wawa will invest…
Wawa Sets Course for Kentucky Expansion
Wawa has shared new details on its expansion into Kentucky, with the chain planning to add approximately 40 stores across the state in the next eight to 10 years. The first groundbreakings are set to take place in mid-2024 and the stores are expected to begin opening mid-2025. The chain plans to open 10 locations…
Buc-ee’s Buys Land in Virginia
Buc-ee’s has acquired over 21 acres of land near Mount Crawford, Va., reported WHSV 3. The land is reportedly reserved for a future Buc-ee’s travel center, located just off of Interstate 81. The company purchased 21.3 acres of land from Lispen LLC for just over $6.5 million, according to a press release from S.L. Nusbaum…
Shell Partners With Online Video Game
Following the rollout of its most advanced fuel yet, V-Power NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline, Shell has announced a new interactive promotion in the popular online video game, Fortnite. Designed in Fortnite Creative, Shell Ultimate Road Trips showcases the new fuel’s performance capabilities in an action-packed game. The V-Power boost ramps within the immersive experience allow gamers…
Love’s Opens New Arkansas Site
Love’s Travel Stops has opened its second location in Prescott, Ark. The new store brings in 112 jobs to Nevada County. The location will also feature Love’s fourth truck wash, an amenity the company started adding earlier this year. “We’re excited to open our second location in Prescott and add more amenities to help get…
KRS Rebrands to Ignite Retail Technology
KRS has announced that it has officially changed its name to Ignite Retail Technology, with the company stating that the rebrand emphases its commitment to technology solutions that help retailers grow sales and profits, while reducing operating costs and payroll. The rebrand has been led by branding visionary and Ignite’s chief marketing officer Ernie Harker,…