CARY, N.C. -- The last fiscal year meant $1.66 billion in merchandise revenue and 2.08 billion retail gasoline gallons sold at the 1,658 c-stores operated by The Pantry. But that doesn't mean there isn't room for growth.

Frank Paci, executive vice president and chief financial officer touched on some of the company's plans to build that growth—including foodservice, information systems and return optimization—in a presentation at the 12th annual ICR (Integrated Corporate Relations) XChange Conference.

RICHMOND, Va. -- The FDA is studying the ingredients used in cigarettes and other tobacco products. In June, tobacco companies must tell the FDA their formulas for the first time, just as drug makers have for decades. Manufacturers also will have to turn over any studies they have done on the effects of the ingredients.

On June 22, 2009, President Obama signed the Family Smoking Prevention & Tobacco Control Act into law. It granted the FDA new authority to regulate the manufacture, marketing and distribution of tobacco products to protect the public health generally and to reduce tobacco use by minors. Among its many provisions, the act added section 904 to the Federal Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act establishing requirements for tobacco product ingredient submissions.

YORK, Pa. -- Rutter's is now offering free WiFi service at select locations, the company said in a blog post on its website, www.rutters.com.

The retailer recently overhauled its online offering. On its new site, relaunched in late September, customers can join the new Rutter's Rewards program, download a free Rutter's iPhone application or Rutter's ringtone, connect to the chain's presences on Facebook and Twitter, sign up to receive the latest specials and promotions via text message and view Rutter's fuel pricing provided by GasBuddy.com.