Software solutions supplier to the convenience store and energy distribution industries Advanced Digital Data Inc. (ADD Systems) announced recently that Software Application Specialist Gregg Lounsbury retired after 20 years with the company. Lounsbury joined ADD Systems in 2000 as a former client. Within the first few months, he immersed himself in ADD products and proved…
How Are C-Stores Celebrating National Hot Dog Day?
National Hot Dog Day is coming up on July 21. Naturally, c-stores and travel stops across the country are gearing up to promote this classic, customer-favorite c-store roller grill product. Oklahoma City-based Love’s Travel Stops, for example, announced that it partnered with Schwab Meat Co. to give away free hot dogs and half-priced drinks at 525…
Reports: CBD Consumption Will Grow, Brand Loyalty Low
A pair of reports from Cannabis-industry data and analytics firm New Frontier Data – volumes 3 and 4 of its U.S. CBD Consumer Series, “Consumption Drivers” and “Social Influences,” provide in-depth analysis on CBD consumer groups and the factors shaping consumption behaviors. The reports provide a comprehensive assessment of a U.S. Census-adjusted survey of the…
Year-Round E15 Bills in Both Houses of Congress
Representatives in both houses of Congress yesterday introduced companion bills to restore year-round sales of E15 biofuel after a July 2 ruling by the District of Columbia Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a 2019 rule by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that lifted outdated restrictions on the summertime sale of E15, a 15% ethanol blended…
Pilot Flying J Announces National Hot Dog Day Partnership, Giveaway
Knoxville, Tenn.-based Pilot Flying J is teaming up with Heinz and Oscar Mayer Foodservice for a celebration of the all-American hotdog and the moments that bring people together with the #ShareaDogSweepstakes and an exclusive offer for a free hot dog at Pilot Flying J on National Hot Dog Day. From July 13 through Aug. 10,…
Chevron and Cummins Collaborating on Hydrogen Fuel
Chevron U.S.A. Inc., through its Chevron Products Co. division (Chevron), and Cummins Inc., a global power and hydrogen technologies leader, announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore a strategic alliance to develop commercially viable business opportunities in hydrogen and other alternative energy sources. The MOU provides the framework for Chevron and Cummins to initially…
Hatco Promotes Trio of Execs
Milwaukee-based Hatco Corp. recently announced the promotion of three executives. Lorne Deacon has been promoted to the position of executive vice president; Christian Yungbluth, P.E., has been promoted to the position of director of global marketing; and Casey Reilley has been promoted to director at Ovention Ovens, a Hatco brand focused on industry-leading countertop ventless…
Rutter’s to Give Away Free Meals for Frontline Workers
Rutter’s has teamed up with their top supplier-partners again in 2021 to support the company’s “Feeding the Frontline” initiative. On July 24th, Rutter’s, along with Hershey, Hormel, Martin’s Snacks, and PepsiCo, will show their appreciation for local frontline workers by giving away free meals, in conjunction with NACS 24/7 day. The free meal will consist…
How Will Tobacco Tax Increases Affect Convenience Stores?
Tobacco tax increases aren’t going away any time soon, and their effect on convenience stores is substantial — but they’re nothing that resourceful convenience store retailers can’t handle. Tobacco is already among the most heavily regulated categories in the store, and tax rates have gotten out of control as lawmakers in every state use taxation…
Marathon Petroleum Employees Help to Bridge the Hunger Gap in Their Communities
Employees from Marathon Petroleum’s Mandan refinery are partnering with local organizations to bridge the hunger gap for students and community members in need. With support from the company, seven employees volunteered with Meals on Wheels during the month of May, delivering 880 weekday meals to eight community members who have limited access to food. “At…