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Amazon Taps High School Graduates to Fill Worker Gap

Also, Tyson Foods is pledging $1 million to aid immigrant workers to obtain U.S. citizenship.

2 years 11 months ago

Sales at U.S. C-Stores Reach Pre-Pandemic Levels

Foodservice sales performed better last year than in 2019, while labor and turnover continue to be headwinds for the industry.

2 years 11 months ago

CPI Sees Largest Increase in Over 15 Years, Fueled by High Gas Prices

Economists say inflation may have peaked but is still expected to be well above the Fed’s 2% goal through next year.

2 years 11 months ago

All Are Welcome at This Gas Station Turned Barbecue Restaurant

Bringle’s Smoking Oasis sits on a uniquely shaped property, offering the local community a safe place to eat and stay awhile.

2 years 11 months ago

New Report Examines Coin Disruption

The U.S. Coin Task Force reports on the reasons why the disruption in coin circulation is still happening and what the future of coin looks like.

2 years 11 months ago

Honda to Launch 30 EVs by 2030

The Japanese automaker has “clear plans in place” for a profitable EV future.

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GPM Raises Funds to Support Ukrainian Refugees

The company aims to collect $2 million through in-store donation pin-ups with JDC matching all donations.

2 years 11 months ago

Convenience Retailing—and Brewing—With PRIDE

“We always joked around how cool it would be if we brewed our own beer.”

2 years 11 months ago

Here Are the Top 10 Easter Candies

Chocolate dominates Americans’ Easter candy preferences.

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Biden Administration to Temporarily Allow E15 Sales Through Summer

The action is an attempt to ease prices at the pump.

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Exclusive C-Store Industry Data Unveiled Tomorrow

Attendees at NACS’ SOI Summit will get a first look at financial and operational data before the SOI Report is released.

2 years 11 months ago

American Airlines Center to Open 2 Autonomous Markets

The food and beverage markets are equipped with technology that allows customers to grab their items and go without waiting in line.

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‘High-Tech’ Customers Want to Join Your Loyalty Program

More than half of tech-enthusiastic consumers see mobile apps and mobile pay as factors that would increase their spending.

2 years 11 months ago

Here’s a Way to Break Through the Tech Clutter

NACS SOI Summit attendees can access an array of tech solutions, maximizing retailers’ time in Chicago this week.

2 years 11 months ago

FDA Issues More Marketing Denial Orders

The MDOs affect certain myblu electronic nicotine delivery system products.

2 years 11 months ago

Pilot Raises Over $1 Million for Ukraine Families

Also, Enmarket will donate $180,000 to charities in its home state of Georgia.

2 years 11 months ago

LA Plans to Electrify Entire City Fleet

The move to all EVs is part of the city’s initiative to be carbon free by 2035.

2 years 11 months ago

Restaurants Are Now Entering the Metaverse

Plus, Gen Z overwhelmingly prefers to shop via augmented reality.

2 years 11 months ago

More People Will Gather This Easter Since Pandemic Onset

Alcohol and toys are just as likely to make it into Easter baskets as candy and food.

2 years 11 months ago

Congress Passes Ban on Russian Oil, Natural Gas, Ends Favored Trade Status

The EU will ban Russian coal but isn’t ready to sever energy ties with Moscow over its war on Ukraine.

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