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08/06/2026

Oh, you mean drive-thru as in "drive through" the building...

At Pablito’s Pit Stop in Abbeville, Louisiana, customers drive through the tunnel in the middle of the building, and are greeted by employees who take orders and collect purchases.

Pablito’s co-owner Melissa Verret says the store started with her son, Cody. “He went deer hunting in Texas and drove through a convenience store. He loved the concept.”

The name of the store also came from her son, who competes in mixed martial arts (MMA).“He was training for a fight with [MMA fighter] Dustin Poirier,” she said. “Dustin thought he would call him Pablito. The name stuck.”

Read more about Pablito's NACS Magazine. See comments below for the link.

08/04/2026

“When I’m on the road and heading south, I can’t wait to feed my mouth. With the gas station chicken that’s oh so great, You can smell it cookin’ from the interstate!”

The lyrics to the song “Gas Station Chicken" by The Nighthawks were written about a specific gas station in southern Virginia. But those lyrics could also apply to almost any gas station in Mississippi, a state that prides itself on its rich music history and great food.

A few days before an Ideas 2 Go shoot at Sprint Mart in Fulton, Mississippi, Jeff Lenard took a road trip to sample the food and experiences at stores across the state. Check out what he found, and ate, in this NACS Magazine article...check the link in the comments below:

07/27/2026

On 24/7 Day, the NACS Foundation reviewed nearly 600 nominations to crown our 2026 First Responders of the Year, honoring the people who show up for our communities the same way our stores do: around the clock.

🥇 Karen Shepherd, Pattonsburg, Missouri EMT-B, Pattonsburg Volunteer Fire & Rescue Protection District.

Nominated by her local Gas Spot team (InConvenience Inc) after 23 years and an estimated 4,000+ calls, including racing to a teen's side after a near-fatal ATV accident before dispatch even went out. Awarded a year of free gas from GSTV, a $500 gift card from InComm Payments, and a trip to the NACS Show.

🥈 Carl Nielsen, Fremont, Nebraska Fire Chief, Fremont Rural Fire Department.

Nominated by his wife, Becky, for leading the weeks-long response to the Horizon Biofuels explosion as incident commander. Awarded a $500 gift card from InComm Payments and a trip to the NACS Show at his local Sapp Bros., Inc.

🥉 Sgt. Ryan Sheridan & K9 Dembe, Charlottesville, Virginia, Albemarle County Police Department.

Recognized for 373 calls for service in 2025 and a habit of showing up before being asked. Awarded a $500 gift card from InComm Payments, gift baskets, and a 24/7 Day collar for Dembe at Tiger Fuel Company.

Want to get involved in 24/7 Day next year as a participating retailer or supplier?

Complete this 5-second form ➡️ https://www.conveniencecares.org/24-7-day/2027-participation

07/24/2026

24/7 Day is happening TODAY!

Look at the store map below and search for the nearby convenience store in your state that is giving back to its local heroes this July 24th.

If you know a first responder, don't miss out on the one day of the year where our industry comes together and gives back to those who serve us around the clock.

🏪 Store Map: https://247daymap.conveniencecares.org/

07/21/2026

A big thank you to NBC10 Philadelphia for covering our upcoming 24/7 Day!

Learn more about how stores across the nation are supporting local heroes. https://www.conveniencecares.org/24-7-Day

07/21/2026

Heroes Don't Take a Break.

Find out which stores in your state are participating and honoring first responders on the 24th of July for our 8th annual 24/7 Day.

Find a nearby store ➡ https://247daymap.conveniencecares.org/

07/20/2026

On Friday, July 24, the U.S. convenience store industry will unite for 24/7 Day, a nationwide celebration recognizing everyday heroes and American Red Cross volunteers, who serve our communities around the clock.

The convenience industry knows the bravery, sacrifice and dedication first responders, EMTs, doctors, nurses and 9-1-1 professionals show their communities. In honor of these individuals, convenience companies and brands will show their appreciation with free coffee, free meals or branded merchandise.

Check out our map of participating retailers supporting the NACS Foundation's 8th annual 24/7 Day, as well as what each store is offering on July 24, at https://247daymap.conveniencecares.org/

07/10/2026

A vacant Louisiana c-store has found new life as a true community gathering place. Gaga's General Store—owned by Trey and Zola Meyers—serves up plate lunches, smoked burgers, barbecue and local favorites with a side of small-town connection, from Saturday sellouts to free movie nights under the stars.

Read more in NACS Magazine! See link in comments below....

07/09/2026

There are nearly 152,000 convenience stores in the United States, of which 91,500 are single-store operators. This PBS video celebrates what these stores mean to the people who own them, and to the customers who rely on them.

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06/25/2026

Pour yourself a cup of ambition.... Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stops is officially open! Read more in today's NACS Daily:
https://www.convenience.org/stay-current/news/2026/june/25/dolly-parton%E2%80%99s-travel-stop-now-open

(Photos courtesy of Dolly Parton)