Dollar General Corporation proudly opened its 20,000th store. The new store is part of the DG Market chain in Alice, Texas. This milestone highlights Dollar General's ongoing mission to offer easy-to-reach, budget-friendly options for everyday items and healthy food to communities.
"Today marks an incredible milestone in Dollar General's history," said Steve Deckard, the company's Executive Vice President of Store Operations and Development. "From our first store to the opening of the 20,000th one, our commitment to serving others and helping customers save money has never wavered.
"Each of our stores offers convenient and affordable essentials and brings career opportunities for our staff. Beyond that, our stores are a force for good in their local communities, aiding nonprofits, schools, and libraries through grants from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation. I'm grateful to the entire DG team for their dedication, which has been instrumental in achieving this landmark."
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Dollar General Celebrates 20,000th Store Milestone
The grand opening of Dollar General's 20,000th store kicked off at 9 a.m. today, with senior company leaders and partners in attendance. The event started with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and special treats for customers.
Each visitor received a free tote bag filled with samples from various brands and enjoyed snacks from Dollar General's own Clover Valley line.
In a generous move, Dollar General donated $10,000 each to the Alicia Salinas Public Library and the Boys & Girls Club of Alice. These funds are aimed at supporting educational and tutoring programs in the community.
Additionally, Saenz Elementary School in Alice received new books from the company, encouraging a love for reading among students.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott further highlighted the event's significance and acknowledged the store's potential to impact Alice and the surrounding areas positively.
He encouraged all Dollar General employees to take pride in their roles and reflect on the values shaping one of America's leading companies. Dollar General, a significant employer in Texas, boasts over 17,500 staff members across its stores, distribution centers, and private fleet.
Dollar General: From Humble Beginnings to Retail Giant
Nearly 70 years ago, in 1955, the first Dollar General store opened in Springfield, Kentucky. This marked the beginning of what would become a major retail chain. The store was the brainchild of J.L. Turner and his son, Cal Turner, Sr., who initially started as a wholesale venture before transitioning into retail.
Dollar General Corporation, established in 1939, takes pride in being America's go-to neighborhood general store. Committed to its mission of 'Serving Others,' Dollar General offers affordable products and services to its customers, creates job opportunities for its employees, and supports literacy and education in its local communities.
As of November 3, 2023, Dollar General operates a vast network of 19,726 stores across the United States, including Dollar General, DG Market, DGX, and pOpshelf, as well as Mi Súper Dollar General stores in Mexico. These stores provide essential items ranging from food and health products to cleaning supplies, beauty products, and seasonal decorations.
Dollar General's shelves feature high-quality private brands and globally recognized names like Coca-Cola, PepsiCo/Frito-Lay, General Mills, Hershey, J.M. Smucker, Kraft, Mars, Nestlé, Procter & Gamble, and Unilever.
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