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By Steve Dwyer and Steve Holtz on Jul. 06, 2023

Big chains typically rely on a consistent offer to build a reputation and draw customers. But with more than half of the convenience retail channel still owned and operated by independent retailers—ch...

The Norway Store

Jul. 06, 2023

Dating to the 1830s, the Illinois town of Norway once represented the epicenter of Norwegian immigration. That vibe continues today at The Norway Store, where customers get a heavy dose of the icons t...

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Harris Ranch Express BBQ

Jul. 06, 2023

With a history that dates back to 1937, Harris Ranch Express BBQ in Coalinga, California, is “an oasis for fuel and flavor.” The 24-hour operation sees chefs arriving at 5 a.m. to fire up the smokers ...

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Ray’s Mini Mart

Jul. 06, 2023

Jeff Daugherty, owner of Ray’s Mini Mart, Muskegon, Michigan, attracts customers to his store through several key competitive advantages. Located near Lake Michigan, the foodservice menu is noted for ...

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Sidnaw Station

Jul. 06, 2023

Doing business in a rural community often requires being a jack of all trades. That’s very true for Sidnaw Station, part convenience stores, part gas station, part restaurant and part bar. Located in ...

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Fabulous Freddie’s Car Wash

Jul. 06, 2023

Here's an unusual job requirement: Nine-store chain Fabulous Freddies asks employees to use the word “fabulous” multiple times a day during work hours—and with meaning. “If you can’t say ‘fabulous,’ …...

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CK Food Mart

Jul. 06, 2023

Call Ramandeep Kaur and Jaswinder Singh, owners of CK Food Mart, the goodwill ambassadors of the Valley of the Sun. In addition to operating their convenience store in Phoenix, the couple this past...

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Luke’s One Stop

Jul. 06, 2023

When Bryan and Kari Luke opened Luke’s One Stop in Cissna Park, Illinois, they had ulterior motives. Sure, they wanted to operate a successful and friendly convenience store, but they also were lookin...

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J&J Country Roads Store

Jul. 06, 2023

“People call us the hot dog store.” Assuming control of the J&J Country Roads Store in January 2020, brothers Jody and Justin Fox and Justin’s partner Amanda Ratliff have found dedication to th...

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FavTrip

Jul. 06, 2023

FavTrip opened its flagship store in February in Grandview, Missouri. The state-of-the-art facility offers customers a convenient and reliable fueling destination featuring top-quality gasoline, diese...

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