Customers form a line for propane cylinder fills at Coombs Gas in Mississippi. (Photo by Warner Jones)

Feast or famine: A winter of extremes for propane marketers

April 13, 2026 By Brian Richesson

Winter returns for much of the United States, while states in the West set records for warmth.

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Guidelines to keep your 2026 technology resolutions

February 3, 2026 By Christopher Caywood

The best way to stick to your technology resolutions is to avoid chasing the latest technology and use tools that are already proven in the industry.

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This article is tagged with artificial intelligence (AI), Caywood Propane Gas Inc., Christopher Caywood, January 2026, propane marketers, retailer technology, tank monitoring, technology and posted in Current Issue, From the Magazine

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Wilson Oil & Propane acquires Harris Comfort

January 19, 2026 By Brian Richesson

In looking to expand its footprint across southeastern Pennsylvania, Wilson Oil & Propane acquired Harris Comfort.

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Hino Gas sells to undisclosed buyer

January 16, 2026 By Brian Richesson

B&A Energy Partners, a consulting firm that specializes in the sale and transition of propane and home-heating businesses, reported the deal.

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PERC launches ‘Every Day Safe’ propane safety program

January 14, 2026 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) launched the “Every Day Safe” program, a new initiative designed to help propane companies strengthen their safety culture.

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Canadian prime minister’s energy agenda could benefit oil, gas, propane

October 13, 2025 By Gordon Feller

Since taking office, Prime Minister Mark Carney has embarked on a bold, surprising transformation of Canada’s energy landscape.

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Lakes Gas boosts leadership team with promotions

July 9, 2025 By Brian Richesson

Lakes Gas made several strategic leadership promotions designed to enhance operational efficiency and support continued growth.

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Business development director to speak at 2025 Growth Summit

July 4, 2025 By LP Gas

Bert Warner, the director of commercial business development at the Propane Education & Research Council, will address propane marketers and industry partners.

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This article is tagged with business growth, events, Florida, gallon growth, LP Gas Growth Summit, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), propane marketers, propane retailers and posted in Featured, Current Issue, From the Magazine

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Golf outings set for prostate cancer awareness, hurricane relief fund

July 2, 2025 By Brian Richesson

Two golf outings in September have special meaning for members of the propane industry.

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EDP appoints Merle Edington as COO

June 27, 2025 By Brian Richesson

Edington brings more than 25 years of leadership experience in the propane industry to his new role.

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