Dollar General

Dollar General announced several promotions and welcomed new executives.

Contributions from new stores drove Dollar General's net sales increase of 4.2% to $8.8 billion in Q1.

Dollar General is working with Kellogg to extend its community book donation program into fiscal 2022.

Grants will go to five national organizations focused on addressing literacy concerns.

Despite reporting a fourth quarter same-store sales decrease of 1.4%, the retailer plans to execute 2,980 real estate projects in the fiscal year 2022.

New financial services available to Dollar General shoppers include its exclusive spendwell Financial Bank, buy now and pay later with Sezzle and FIS Worldpay card reward points.

Located in Athol, Idaho, the store provides residents affordable access to household essentials at everyday low prices, the company said.

Four executives are assuming new roles in the store operations, legal and finance departments at Dollar General.