The Vanishing Act of Local Convenience Stores The recent news that Casey's is phasing out the CEFCO name from its acquired locations highlights a trend unfolding across the US convenience store landscape: the consolidation of smaller chains and family owned businesses.
This shift not only changes the signage but also alters the fabric of local communities. CEFCO's demise serves as a microcosm for this larger phenomenon.
Smaller chains like CEFCO, Paul's Market, and Richdale's are being swallowed up by larger players such as Casey's, GetGo, and Redwood Markets.