HOP Shops is giving its famous Disco Bathrooms a spooky twist! Customers can push the red button to trigger flashing lights, disco balls and Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at six locations through Nov. 5. Talk about a spooky!
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New SSCS Blog Post: C-stores are anything but boring: blog.sscsinc.com/2026/10/23/…
Circle K is planning a new convenience store and gas station in Streetsboro, Ohio. Another development to watch as convenience retailers continue investing in new locations and local markets.
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Great convenience stores are built by great people. A culture of curiosity, learning, and teamwork can make all the difference in long-term success. See why investing in your people matters:
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From one store to three! Brandi Bodine is helping grow a rural convenience store business, showing how local leadership and community connections can fuel long-term growth.
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A new matcha spot is coming to downtown Wilmington, North Carolina! Uji will serve premium Japanese matcha, Japanese-inspired sandwiches, onigiri and even omakase dinners. The shop is targeting a December opening.
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What keeps younger shoppers coming back to c-stores? Gen Z and Gen Alpha are looking for more than convenience. From crave-worthy food to seamless technology, retailers have an opportunity to turn quick stops into lasting loyalty.
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7-Eleven is bringing more cultural flavors to c-store shelves! Its new Selección 7 line features bakery favorites like conchas and mantecadas, plus regional snacks like chamoy peach rings and spicy wheat snacks.
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Ramen is getting a c-store upgrade! The University of Houston’s Cougar Village Market added a customizable Ramen Library featuring 12+ varieties, spice levels and toppings. C-stores are turning quick meals into food experiences.
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A fan-favorite flavor is back! Rutter’s is bringing Chocolate Peanut Butter Milk back to all locations after a year away, replacing Cookies & Cream in its lineup.
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New SSCS Blog Post: The Lula Commerce Interface for the CDB gets enhanced. @LulaConvenience blog.sscsinc.com/2026/10/09/…
Protein is showing up in more than just shakes and bars. From protein-packed Cheez-Its and donuts to smoothies and breakfast sandwiches, brands are finding new ways to meet consumer demand for protein. What’s next for c-store shelves?
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Love’s is showing the power of retail media with measurable results. An eight-week beverage campaign generated a 23% lift in units and 19.6% lift in sales, using connected media touchpoints throughout the customer journey.
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SSCS is at NACS this week! Stop by booth C6367 to meet our team, see what’s new, and learn how we help convenience retailers simplify operations and get more from their data.
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Not every menu trend is worth the investment. New research highlights how c-store retailers can separate lasting foodservice trends from passing fads, using consumer demand, versatility and repeat appeal to guide menu decisions.
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A convenience store straight out of a horror movie? Horror Boodega in Burbank, CA, is serving up spooky snacks, horror-inspired drinks and nostalgic movie treats. Proof that convenience stores can be an experience all their own.
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It's October 1 and time for a new Tip of the Month! SSCS Users click on this link for a tour of the updated Lottery Management dashboard. portal.sscsinc.com/.../tips.…
Rutter’s is giving comfort food a c-store twist. The new pasta menu features everything from surf and turf fettuccine Alfredo to Buffalo fried chicken Alfredo, with Italian-imported pasta and new sides to round out the meal.
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