While artificial intelligence is used to perform tasks that humans would otherwise do, the human touch is still vital when doing business. (Photo: ipopba/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

Propane meets AI for smarter marketing, stronger sales

August 4, 2025 By Ben Gutkin

Ben Gutkin, vice president of marketing services at Warm Thoughts Communications, shares how AI marketing tools can improve business.

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Why Ferrellgas is embracing new training standards early

August 1, 2025 By Tamria Zertuche

Ferrellgas President Tamria Zertuche shares the company’s commitment to safety.

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Propane Personality: Ronny Martinez

August 1, 2025 By Chris Lewis

Learn more about Ronny Martinez, CEO of Precise Alternative Fleet Solutions.

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Bipartisan legislation addresses propane supply

August 1, 2025 By Brian Richesson

Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., introduced bipartisan legislation that he says will better secure the nation’s propane supply.

This article is tagged with Department of Energy (DOE), drivers, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), hours of service (HOS), legislation, Michigan, Montana, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), propane supply, regulations, U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) and posted in News, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Advanced Propane’s new generation charts a path forward at LP Gas Growth Summit

July 30, 2025 By Bob Sandrick

Andy Stewart was still gaining his foothold as COO of Advanced Propane, a Tennessee-based retailer, when he attended his first Growth Summit.

This article is tagged with Florida, July 2025, LP Cylinder Service, LP Gas Growth Summit, Quality Steel, Summit Success Stories and posted in Current Issue, From the Magazine

Meritum Energy and Pico Propane leaders, from left, Chris Hill, Tom Van Buren and Rob Chalmers. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

Chris Hill becomes third Meritum leader to chair PERC

July 30, 2025 By Brian Richesson

Chris Hill’s appointment as the new chairman of PERC completes a trifecta for Meritum Energy Holdings leadership.

This article is tagged with Conger LP Gas, Eastern Propane, Meritum Energy Holdings, people news, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), Rhoads Energy, Superior Plus Propane, Targa Resources and posted in Featured, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Three generations comprise Shasta Gas Propane: from left, Jason Wehunt Jr., Jason Wehunt, Karen Wehunt, Judy Kinnie, Chuck Kinnie, Sunshine Stevens and Adam Stevens. (Photo courtesy of Karen Wehunt)

LPG Spotlight: Shasta Gas Propane

July 28, 2025 By Chris Lewis

In this feature, we highlight California-based Shasta Gas Propane, which is comprised of three generations.

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New Summerset Grills outdoor grill

July 27, 2025 By LP Gas

Summerset Grills’ new Quest Grill is the centerpiece of its newly revamped lineup.

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Faces & Places: July 2025

July 25, 2025 By LP Gas

Check out what members of the industry have been up to this past month.

This article is tagged with Brian Kanaba, Brian Richesson, faces & places, Ferrellgas, July 2025, Lakes Gas, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), pico, Propane Days, Ray Murray Inc. (RMI), Rural Computer Consultants (RCC) and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

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Thermotane Propane acquires Matchett Propane

July 25, 2025 By Brian Richesson

This marks only the second acquisition in Thermotane’s 77-year history and signifies a major milestone in the company’s long-term growth strategy.

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