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Editor's Note: Susser and the Future of MLPs

 By Mitch Morrison on Jun. 26, 2014

When Energy Transfer Partners announced its $1.8-billion acquisition of Susser Holdings last month, it was the latest in a resounding story about a financially savvy industry outsider quietly becoming one of the most aggressive downstream and convenience-store companies in the United States.

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Independently Speaking: Deli Delight

 By Samantha Strong Murphey on Jun. 26, 2014

On the Western city limits of Charlottesville, Va., is the c-store deli of your dreams. As the flagship store of Tiger Fuel Co., Bellair Market has attracted widespread attention for its delicious sandwiches and local product offering.

Fuels

Fuels Forward Blog: The Built-In Altfuel Advantage

By Samantha Oller on Jun. 26, 2014

How c-stores can win alternative fuels infrastructure race--if industry moves quickly

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Tobacco: The End of the Beginning?

By Melissa Vonder Haar on Jun. 26, 2014

Even in early stages, the proposed e-cig regulations seem to be a win for brick-and-mortar retailers. The only aspect of the regulations that seems to have a direct effect on retailers is something most c-stores are already implementing: an 18-and-older age requirement.

Company News

QuikTrip Reaches 700 Mark

Jun. 26, 2014

St. Louis-area convenience store one of 100 opened in two years

Company News

Jiffy Mart Achieves 'Breakthrough'

Jun. 26, 2014

Maryland Chamber of Commerce honors convenience store chain

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Opinion: Where’s the Puck Going?

By Jim Bursch on Jun. 26, 2014

On the surface, in what has been the slowest recovery in history, our channel--convenience stores--appears to be performing pretty well. But that is no surprise: We are a resilient, innovative group that always finds a way to win.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Is a Grocery Partnership in Couche-Tard's Future?

By Greg Lindenberg on Jun. 26, 2014

One analyst thinks so, citing "over-heated" acquisition atmosphere in U.S.

Company News

Parker's New C-Store Features Drive-Thru

Jun. 26, 2014

Most merchandise available via new service

Beverages

Carbonated Soft Drinks 2013 C-Store Sales Data

Jun. 25, 2014

C-store volume sales of carbonated soft drinks (CSD) fell more than 3% in the 52 weeks ending Jan. 25, 2014, with dollars up 1.1%, according to The Nielsen Co. Both regular and diet CSDs lost ground. ...

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