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Samantha Strong Murphey

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Samantha Strong Murphey

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Packaged Food/Foodservice Overview

Just about every industry publication is talking about the rise of fast casual, according to Timothy Powell, director of research and consulting for Technomic Inc.

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Beverages Overview

One big trend in beverages—the inclusion of nutrient- and antioxidant-rich “superfruits”— continues, although the fruits will continue to battle to be the flavor of the day.

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Tobacco Overview

In 2011, smokers switched rampantly from roll-your-own (RYO) tobacco to pipe tobacco to make their own cigarettes.

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General Merchandise Overview

Vibrant loyalty programs are a crucial part of another prepaid trend: customers increasingly purchasing gift cards for personal use.

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From Shabby Shack to Convenience Castle

After $3 million investment, Metro Petro transforms into campus jewel.

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Talk of the Town

Intown Market owner's dream comes true with upscale Atlanta store.

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Clean Getaway

Brothers behind Clean Freak Carwash find success after making the change of their lives.

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Rosko the Reindeer Retailer

Oh, deer: Customers hoof it to rural store with North Pole magic.

Technology/Services

Retailer's Reindeer Games

Wadsworth, Ill., station's seven mascots help deliver on sales

Technology/Services

Mobile Community

Cumberland Farms pockets the benefits of virtual wallets

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Cumberland’s Mobile Community

New England retailer pockets the benefits of virtual wallets.

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News Junkie

7-Eleven franchisee Lane extends love of print to his store.

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