Boulder, Colo-based retailer Smoker Friendly has completed the acquisition of Richmond-Master Distributors Inc., adding 54 Low Bob’s stores in Indiana to its existing footprint in the state. Smoker Friendly now operates 80 stores throughout Indiana. “We are very pleased to welcome the Low Bob’s team to the Smoker Friendly family,” said Terry Gallagher Jr., president…
Three Former Mountain Express C-Stores Hit the Market
NRC Realty & Capital Advisors has been retained by institutional investors advised by J.P. Morgan Global Alternatives to facilitate the sale of three closed convenience stores with gas in Dodgeville, Wis., Melrose, Minn., and St. Joseph, Minn. The Dodgeville store boasts 5,800 square feet on an acre lot built in 1997. Dodgeville is about 45…
Whole Foods to Introduce Small-Format Urban C-Store Layout
Amazon-owned Whole Foods Market is expanding its convenience presence with a new quick-shop store format, designed to be implemented in urban neighborhoods to provide a speedy shopping experience. The new format, called Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, will initially launch on the Upper East Side in Manhattan, with additional locations in New York City to…
Casey’s Introduces Brand New Sandwich Lineup
Typically known for its pizza program, Iowa-based Casey’s has upped its foodservice game once again with the announcement of its new sandwich lineup. The sandwich selection is a first for the third largest convenience store and includes three all-new sandwiches — Crispy Chicken, Spicy Crispy Chicken and the Quarter Pound Angus Beef Burger, alongside an…
Love’s Debuts New Florida Location
Love’s has unveiled its newest company operated store, located in St. Augustine, Fla. The new site is open 24/7 and offers all the amenities that Love’s is known for, including fresh food and drinks, Love’s-branded snacks and a Hardee’s. For drivers, the location adds 63 truck parking spaces to Love’s network and RVers have access…
Bojangles to Open Five Travel Center Locations Across Texas
Quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain Bojangles, which operates locations in 17 states, announced the signing of a multi-unit development agreement to bring five travel center locations to Texas. The travel centers will be located in Lorena (Waco), Seguin (San Antonio) and Tyler. Franchisee Expertise The growth will be led by Foodster Fusion, a Houston, Texas-based franchisee…
NexChapter Enters Retail and Convenience Industry
Art Sebastian — a seasoned executive with extensive retail experience — has announced the formation of a new growth advisory firm for the retail industry, NexChapter. NexChapter serves as a catalyst for accelerated growth in the retail landscape, bringing forth decades of experience through the NexChapter Team and unveiling a mission to guide retailers through…
McLane Introduces Emerging Brands Offering
McLane recently announced the launch of Emerging Brands — the latest in the company’s expanded offerings for convenience stores, which allows retailers to quickly diversify their product selection with new, innovative and trending brands. “Consumers today are more conscious than ever about their choices and have come to expect a personalized shopping experience,” said Vito…
bp Announces New Initiatives at BPAMA Convention
At this year’s BPAMA Convention in Scottsdale, Ariz., bp unveiled a series of new initiatives for the future of its fuel and convenience stations in the U.S. The event celebrated the 50th anniversary of the BPAMA and its longstanding relationship with bp. On the main stage, bp leaders highlighted the ongoing expansion and technological developments…
Vroom Delivery Unveils eCommerce Solution, Shares New Brand Identity
Vroom Delivery has launched Commerce 360, a full-stack digital commerce solution designed specifically for convenience stores. Commerce 360 facilitates an omnichannel experience by automating the management of product information and inventory across all digital ordering and delivery channels. Reflecting the transformative nature of the announcement, Vroom Delivery also unveiled a new logo and refreshed brand…