Serving the communities we call home… one yellow basket at a time. 💛
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Beginning Tuesday, March 17, our first hour of operations will be dedicated to our senior shoppers. All stores will also close an hour earlier in order for employees to clean and restock shelves. Learn more about these change here: bit.ly/2WfXRVL
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Congratulations to former DG employee and @Vol_Football defensive end @byron_97 (BY) who was drafted by the @RamsNFL this week in the @NFLDraft!
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Hello, Ralyks. Please know we’ve escalated the matter to the appropriate party for a prompt review. -Isaac
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Yes, @mikethemiz is as awesome as we expected. You can only grab his AWESOME @WWE @SNICKERS bar at your local DG! #snickers #DGexclusive #WWE
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NFL Los Angeles Rams football player & former DG store employee, Byron Young partnered with us in his hometown of Hemingway, SC to provide school supplies & a surprise $50,000 Reading Revolution donation to Pleasant Hill Elementary STREAM Academy. ms.spr.ly/6019spGiP
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Today, we announced our ongoing support for the DG family & the Jacksonville community following Saturday's tragedy. In addition to counseling resources and financial support provided to the victims' families, we've pledged $2.5M to help heal Jacksonville.
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We are proud to cheer on our very own, Reid Zingale who has been serving others since 2019, as he competes in season 24 of the hit singing competition show, @NBCTheVoice!
From athlete to songwriter, Reid Zingale is proving to be a star. ⭐️ #TheVoice nitter.app/NBCTheVoice/status/170…
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Our response to COVID-19 continues with $25 million more in employee bonuses, a $250K donation to our Employee Assistance Foundation, and a $2 million donation to Save the Children. Learn more here: ms.spr.ly/6017TgLCt
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THANK YOU to our employees for continuing to Serve Others. They have stepped up for our customers, many of whom we believe need us now more than ever. Our mission of Serving Others is the lifeblood of our business & culture, and our employees continue to demonstrate its strength.
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Hi Bailey, just call us a dream come true. We know a guy that calls himself Mr., and we've got his Pibb. We hope to see you at your local store soon! -Stella
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Thank you for reaching out to Dollar General and voicing your concerns on this matter. This individual is not employed by Dollar General. -Jeremy
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In keeping with our mission of Serving Others, we feel a responsibility to provide our customers with their everyday essentials. During these trying times, our dedicated store teams are going above and beyond to serve our communities and truly embody our mission of Serving Others
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We’re proud to support Equal Justice Initiative, Operation Hope & INROADS efforts to accelerate racial equity. As part of a $5 million racial justice & education commitment, each group will receive a $1 million gift to further their mission. Learn more: ms.spr.ly/6010pV6T4
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We are not qualifying a specific age. Our goal is to allow the most susceptible customers in our communities the ability to shop during the first hour that stores are open.
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We are proud to offer a 10% OFF storewide discount for all medical personnel, first responders & activated National Guardsmen. A work ID or badge must be shown at checkout to get the discount. The discount is valid every day instore through 4/30. Some item exclusions do apply.
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After Winn Dixie’s owner passed away, she wandered to a local DG store in need of a new home. The team made her a shirt and name tag and she was adopted that day by an employee!
"It was meant to be," said District Manager Delinda R. 💛
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THANK YOU to our hardworking employees who continue to go above and beyond for our communities. We have recently updated our safety measures to protect the health and safety of our employees so they can continue to embody our mission of Serving Others!
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Congrats to @TroyTrojansFB on winning the 2018 DG Bowl. What a great game! 🏈
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Dollar General is committed to serving our communities and plans to remain open to provide customers with household essentials. Thank you for shopping with us. ms.spr.ly/6012TeT9r
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An elderly, diabetic gentleman began feeling sick. Store Manager George Q. jumped into action, purchasing a snack to bring the man’s sugar up, calling 911, & waiting with the man until help arrived. After treatment, the man & his daughter thanked George for #ServingOthers!
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The Urbana, IL, DG store team helped free a customer whose car became stuck in the snow, ❄️ then purchased her entire shopping list and brought her needed items to her car. Thank you, team, for Serving Others! 💛 #RandomActsofKindness
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We are not qualifying a specific age. Our goal is to allow the most susceptible customers in our communities the ability to shop during the first hour that stores are open.
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Hi Thomas, please reach out to your local Dollar General for product availability. With over 16,300+ stores, products can vary by area. You can look up your local Dollar General to confirm availability near you here: goo.gl/i6UWuZ
Thank you. ~ Dawn
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Our #DGLiteracyFoundation had the honor of partnering with the @BarbaraBushFdn Adult Literacy @XPRIZE to deliver a $3 million grand prize to two very deserving organizations. Read more about their amazing work: ms.spr.ly/6017T8LHL
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Our 2021 Black History Month speaker was @hillharper. Hill is an advocate, author and speaker. We thank him for joining us virtually to share his knowledge with our team members. #hillharper #DGInclusion #BlackHistoryMonth
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Hi Kayla, could you please let us know the exact store location. We'd like to look into this! -Isaac
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"I went in to buy diapers with my children. I had some trouble paying the entire balance and the cashier, Christina, helped me out and paid the rest.” – Customer of Store 8603 In Melvindale, MI. Thank you, Christina, for exhibiting DG’s mission of Serving Others!
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“One of your employees touched my heart. My card declined for a balance of $6. Instead of making me leave the items I needed, she paid for me. This world needs more people like her.” – Palatka, FL customer.
Thank you, Mary J., for exhibiting DG’s mission of Serving Others!
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The DG family is working hard to serve yours. Learn more about all we are doing to prioritize the safety of employees and customers as we continue providing the value and convenience customers need even more right now at bit.ly/33u1kl2
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We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of George Floyd in Minneapolis as well as its impact on that community and the country. One of our core values is respecting the dignity and differences of others, and we remain committed to ensuring that this is evident in all we do.
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Hi, Cheri. Could you please let us know what store locations you visited so that we can look in to this further? Thanks so much! -Taylor
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To all of our customers, thank you for letting us be a part of your home over the years. Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours.
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We do not condone the inappropriate behavior a customer exhibited toward one of our employees. One of Dollar General’s core values is respecting the dignity and differences of others, and as such, we are currently looking into this matter to evaluate any appropriate next steps.
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Patients at @StJude Children’s Research Hospital got to do a little holiday shopping this week! The kids stepped into Santa’s Workshop where they could select from 1,000+ toys collected by DG. #DollarGeneral
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DG’s Missouri team is living our mission of #ServingOthers, volunteering to support local families through @TheFoodBankMO. Thank you District 67 for supporting our local communities and helping fight hunger in your hometown! ms.spr.ly/60159WDcP #HungerActionMonth
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After rescuing a cold, hungry and scared puppy who was left at his store, DG Store Manager John helped the pup, named Pistol, find a fur-ever home with regular DG customer Gilbert. #ServingOthers
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Save BIG with Maxwell House for $5.50, 3 FOR $9 Pepsi and BUY 2 & SAVE Apparel. oak.ctx.ly/r/4oapn
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Thank you, Amanda, for exhibiting DG’s mission of Serving Others! And if you’re looking for summer adventure supplies, check out our blog on how we are Here For What Matters. ms.spr.ly/6016YtFnG
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Thank you for flagging this! Your feedback is being shared with appropriate members of our Dollar General team. -Jeremy
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Debra of Waterville, ME, didn’t even know she’d left behind her wallet until DG store manager Manny, knocked at her door to return it. She was so appreciative she contacted her local media to share the story. Read the full story here: ms.spr.ly/601495rS8
📷: Morning Sentinel
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Hi, Kaylan! Can you send us a DM with more information? We'd be more than happy to help. -Sonny
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After trying to take a unicorn, we’re happy that Sisu found his fur-ever home! We’re providing unicorns and a year’s supply of dog food to his new family. To show thanks to Officer Lane we provided her with a gift card to treat pups in need and a supply of food to the shelter!
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Bringing nourishment and hope to the Houma, LA community after Hurricane Francine, the DG-supported Rapid Response Field Kitchen with @WCKitchen prepared fresh meals during this critical time: ms.spr.ly/6010mPwuj
#ServingOthers #ChefsForLouisiana
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Did you know 1 in 4 girls miss school because they lack access to feminine care products? DG employee Joi is #ServingOthers by providing girls in her community with these products. See this story come to life through our partnership with @readersdigest: ms.spr.ly/60109qlXO
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"We're thrilled to announce the opening of our 19,000th store today in Joplin, MO. To celebrate this milestone, we've donated $19,000 to Royal Heights Elementary. We’re proud to give back to the community that we're excited to serve.”
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We have many regulars at DG, including four-legged friends like Lucky, the Cangelosi family dog, who has been frequenting our store in Hot Springs, AR for the past 8 years.
Explore his adventures: ms.spr.ly/6012g0MVG 💛 🐶
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“It’s going to be more jobs, and it will address the food insecurity problems that we have,” Mayor Smith said.
When 18-year-old Mayor Jaylen Smith reached out to request a DG Market, we listened and responded.
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Today, we honor and celebrate the life Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Every day, his words and his work inspire us to fulfill our mission of Serving Others.
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We were beyond thrilled to host the one and only ✨ Dolly Parton ✨ at one of our Nashville, TN stores to help celebrate the release of her latest studio album!
Pick up @DollyParton's 'Rockstar' at your local DG and let us know your favorite track from the new album. 👇
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Today, we proudly announced to support our employees’ ability to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by removing barriers for frontline employees who wish to receive it. Learn more about our news today by clicking here ms.spr.ly/6010plYnj.
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This weekend we celebrated our milestone 20,000th store in Alice, Texas! From opening the first Dollar General store in Springfield, Kentucky to our 20,000th grand opening, we are proud to be Here for What Matters. ms.spr.ly/6018crpY2
ALT A group of people smiling at the camera as they cut a yellow ribbon in front of the new Dollar General in Alice, TX.
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We’re excited to open our 18,000th store. 🎉 We donated $18,000 plus 2,000 books to Gulf Shores Elementary. Thanks to our store associates, fleet drivers and distribution team. And a special thanks to our customers in 46 states for shopping with us. ms.spr.ly/6019kkRHX
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Join us in our mission of Serving Others. For any individual whose job may be temporarily impacted by COVID-19, we have full and part time positions available across our store, distribution center & private fleet networks! Learn more & apply at DG.com/Careers
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Whether collecting supplies for local schools or donations for the local shelter, Store Manager Doris Sutherland is always stepping up. “This community is my home, and I love to help where I can.”
See how Doris & other DG employees are Serving Others: ms.spr.ly/6018iEsA0
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The Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) and @Hellman’s recently partnered with @NASCAR driver @JustinAllgaier to give back to East Nashville Hope Exchange through an “On Track to Read” event.
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Karen M. of Parkersburg, WV is known for her extraordinary customer service & connection to the community. Watch how Karen was surprised after 41 years of service to DG: ms.spr.ly/6017Sn7Ll
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After its local grocery store burned down, the neighborhood of South Park, MI, was left classified as a food desert. That’s when it turned to DG for help, requesting we introduce fresh produce to our store to help bridge the gap for the community. ms.spr.ly/60189KJky
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Chelsea will be introducing @HunterHayes at @theryman tonight after spending a VIP day at the @opry. #StJudeGiveThanks
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This National Truck Driver Appreciation Week we thank our DG Private Fleet team, and the countless other drivers who deliver much needed products across the country every day!
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After walking to her car, a customer realized she had misplaced her keys. Store Manager Rene S. and Lead Sales Associate Rachel B. were quick to offer their assistance.
Thank you, Rene and Rachel, for exhibiting DG’s mission of Serving Others!
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Tweet #AmexDollarGen, get $5 back 1x on $25+ in-store purch @DollarGeneral w/cnctd Amex Card! RegLtd Exp 8/31 Terms:oak.ctx.ly/r/33nld
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We just can't get enough of these sweet supplies. Retweet and share your favorite Dollar General supply find!
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DM Ronda B., despite having her own home damaged, donated food for community volunteers & those in need and helped ensure the stores stayed open for residents to have access to basic needs.
Read how we’ve supported the American Red Cross 20 + years: ms.spr.ly/6019YqyoR
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Discover the power of zero: 0 sugar, 0 calories, 0 artificial flavors + colors & ZERO LIMITS. @ReignBodyFuel ms.spr.ly/6012TMRiy #REIGNBODYFUEL #YourReignYourRules
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In honor of Women’s History Month, DG’s distribution centers, in partnership with DG’s Women’s Professional Network, collected feminine hygiene products to donate to local schools & nonprofits. The drives provided more than 36K products in 8 communities. ms.spr.ly/6012cWO3o
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Every year for Black History Month, our African American Employee Resource Group hosts a gala. This year it was virtual, but still full of fun and information. See our special guests from this year. #DGInclusion #BlackHistoryMonth
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We're proud to share the new #FinishYourDiploma campaign from the DG Literacy Foundation & Ad Council.
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Today and tomorrow only: Get $2 off $10 on your purchase. +ADD the DG Digital Coupon today and start saving.
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“I am a loyal, elderly Dollar General customer that shops at my local DG every day when I am well enough to do so. I wanted the team to know how much they matter to our town.” – Michael P., Theodore, AL
📷: Store team with treats of thanks inspired by Michael
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Our store associates are proud supporters of improving literacy. 📚
Join them in supporting the @DGYellowGlasses Project by purchasing a pair of $2 yellow sunglasses at DG – 100% of the proceeds go to the Dollar General Literacy Foundation. 😎
Learn more:bit.ly/3iJPjkJ
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Every month is #ILoveToRead month at DG! 💛 DG donates 100 new books to schools in celebration of each new store opening. Thanks to @KelloggCompany, we've contributed 160k+ books since 2021!
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When his hometown’s grocer closed, Christian contacted DG. DG remodeled its Calipatria store to offer fresh fruits & vegetables to the community.
DG hosted Christian and area residents for a ribbon-cutting ceremony, complete with complimentary gift cards and customer giveaways.
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“Your employees basically saved my life. I was extremely sick, and they kindly helped me. You didn’t just hire workers there, you hired family. Such an amazing team.”
Thank you, Hamilton, OH store team, for #ServingOthers!
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“We don’t get things like this in our town very often so we’re very excited!”
Learn how DG’s team collaborated with local customers and community leaders to bring fresh, healthy food options to the small, rural town of Lockney, TX: ms.spr.ly/6010ie5jm
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In honor of our 13,000th store, get 20% off your purchase today only, exclusively Online. Use promo code: HOORAY13K
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Today, we honor the fallen, thank our veterans for their service, and cherish our time with family.
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We also had the Fisk Jubilee Singers® join. The Fisk Jubilee Singers® left Nashville on October 6, 1871 for their first tour. Jubilee Day is celebrated every October 6. We are so thankful for the students sharing their voices. #fiskjubileesingers #DGInclusion
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Stop by DG and get 2 for $5 Coca-Cola®, Diet Coke and Sprite 12 pk. cans. Offer ends today (5/21).
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We're proud to offer an 11% discount to the brave men and women who serve or have served our country on Wed, 2/21 only! goo.gl/Wku8gC
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While visiting the store, Booker T greeted employees and customers, paused for photo ops and provided autographs. Tune in to the episode online at ms.spr.ly/6014Y9Uu6.
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Beaver, PA resident Cliff H. likes to support his local DG store, impacting customers and employees alike. From helping pay for others' purchases, to gathering carts outside and bringing them in, he's always look for ways to help out.
Thank you, Cliff, for Serving Others!
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Sunny weekend plan? Buy One Get One Free Sunglasses at Dollar General this weekend. See ad or store for details.
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We want to thank you for letting us be a part of your home over the years. Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours.
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We're working to create a safe, clean and pleasant store environment for both our employees and our customers. We’ve implemented sneeze guards, senior hours and other protective measures to provide the safest shopping experience for everyone. ms.spr.ly/6013T5UjD
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