The moves are happening as convenience stores seek ways to offset slowing sales of cigarettes, maps, and soft drinks.

Hot dogs might be an American classic, but each of us has our own regional favorite that we’ll defend against all others.

Lunch meats, hot dogs, bacon, sausage or dried beef ... Cream-filled pastries, custard or cheese filled pies, quiches or cheesecake. Refrigerator biscuits, rolls and doughs.

Freshly made country sausage, Daisy (hoop) cheese, country store and garden ... Lunch: Brunswick stew, barbecue, hot dogs. Brunswick stew in quart size for $12 donation. 757-377-6124.

This is the time of year when friends and family gather around bonfires in the evening to enjoy its warmth and perhaps roast hot dogs and marshmallows ... Stir in cheese just until melted. Transfer to ...