Grand-prize winner to be drawn into upcoming episode of The Simpsons. As the grand-prize winner of 7-Eleven’s “Get Animated” online contest, part of the company’s campaign in July heralding The Simpsons Movie, Cheryl Yex of West Newton, Pa., is getting a taste of Simpson stardom by being animated on an upcoming episode. Yex enjoyed a…
rutters renovates pennsylvania ywca
Newly remodeled office to be named after the chain. Rutter’s has donated $150,000 to the YWCA of Hanover, Pa., which will use the funds to renovate the building that houses its Junior Quantum Opportunities program. In recognition of Rutter’s donation, the building will be renamed Rutter’s Hall. “These much-needed improvements will create a better learning…
direct digital manufacturing impact and opportunity
At the departmental level, justification for fixtures can be quite simple. Those that use direct digital manufacturing for this application report savings of 50 to 75 percent, when compared to traditional machining and fabricating processes. So, if the typical fixture costs $500, direct digital manufacturing has the potential to produce the same item for $125…
utica energies suit dismissed
Renew E-85 case still in court. Winnebago County Circuit Court Judge Barbara Key has dismissed Utica Energy LLC from a lawsuit filed by 42 Green Bay-area convenience store operators that have accused the company and Renew E-85 LLC ethanol stations of unfair gas pricing, according to the Oshkosh Northwestern. Though the case against Renew E-85…
circle ks 2 million treatment
New upscale store opened in Arizona. Circle K has bumped things up to a new level with the opening of its new store in Peoria, Ariz. The new store is located along Lake Pleasant, a popular recreation spot in the area, according to the Arizona Republic. Costing more than $2 million, the store features 20…
sheetz customers shy away from e85
First year of ethanol gasoline sales prove less than impressive. Pennsylvania motorists aren’t exactly lining up at the pumps for E85, especially at Sheetz. More than a year has passed since Sheetz gas stations in Monroeville, Pleasant Hills and Robinson, Pa. switched diesel pumps over to the blend, and each of the three locations is…
debate brewing for millercoors
Locals concerned about future headquarters of new manufacturer. The recently announced merge to form Miller-Coors may be on the horizon, but now local fans of the two individual brewers that formed the new company may be revving up for a fight. Only days after Miller and Coors went public with the plan, a debate has…
the power 25
The Power 25 By Kate Quackenbush, John Lofstock Driving Innovation. CSD
chevron lauded at global marketing event
Touting its dual branding strategy and ExtraMile convenience store concept, retailers are offered concessions on gift cards and credit processing. Chevron Corp.’s North America n Marketing Conventiongave Chevron and Texaco operators plenty to be excitedabout. In addition to announcing its dual branded fuelstrategy was a rousing success, the oil company reportedit is ahead of industry…
brewing a java strategy
Flavorful, high-quality blends continue to drive coffee sales. Whether runninga large chainor single store, astrong coffee programis an essential cornerstone.With more flavors and choicesavailable than ever before,operators must delicately tailorofferings to meet the needsof core customers. Attention toconsumer demographics andmarket trends will help determine the best selection. Testing the WatersD.J. C-Stores, based in Unionville, Mo.,…