Dollar General

Believe Skin is a line of skin care products that contain vegan and cruelty-free formulas.

The retailer opened its newest distribution center in Walton, Ky., which it said represents a $65 million investment in the community.

The retailer is planning to increase its healthcare offerings to better position itself as a health destination, hiring a chief medical officer to help execute this strategy.

Dollar General announced an operational partnership with Feeding America that includes a $1 million donation to the organization.

Dollar General reported better-than-expected first-quarter earnings and remains on track to open 1,050 new stores, remodel 1,750 locations and relocate 100 stores in 2021.

In addition to publishing its annual Serving Others report, the retailer announced that Denine Torr has been named its new vice president of corporate social responsibility and philanthropy.

Dollar General will donate $100,000 to the Arbor Day Foundation, and work with the organization to plant more than 20,000 trees across several states.

Dollar General is planning to hire up to 20,000 new employees this spring through in-person and virtual hiring events.

Dollar General announced the promotion of eight internal officers, touting its focus on creating paths for advancement.

Dollar General’s executive vice president of global supply chain, Mike Kindy, would be retiring, effective April 15. Tony Zuazo will be taking over the role.

Root to End is a hair care line from the retailer that is vegan, cruelty-free and includes shampoos, conditioners and styling products.

The retailer reported that its same-store sales rose 12.7%, as well as plans to open 1,050 stores in 2021 along with remodeling 1,750 locations.