Dollar General
Dollar General is an American chain of variety stores founded by J.L. Turner and Cal Turner in 1939, originally operating in Kentucky. The company initially started as a wholesale business before transforming into a retail chain in the 1950s. Over the decades, Dollar General expanded rapidly, focusing on providing convenient, low-cost shopping options in rural and urban communities across the United States. As of now, it operates thousands of stores nationwide and is known for offering a wide variety of products including food, cleaning supplies, and household items at affordable prices. The company’s mission centers on serving underserved areas and providing local communities with accessible shopping options, making it a leading retail presence in the country.
News Summary
A new Dollar General store is being built at 2101 Wilderness Rd. in Conway, set to employ local residents and cater to the growing retail demands of the area. This store will be the third Dollar General within a two-and-a-half-mile radius. Along with this development, additional retail businesses are on the way, highlighting Conway’s transition from rural to suburban. Infrastructure improvements, including a four-lane expansion of SC 90, are planned to accommodate the increasing population and traffic.
Conway – A new Dollar General store is currently under construction at 2101 Wilderness Rd., with an anticipated opening in the fall of this year. This development is situated along S. 90, strategically placed between US 501 Business and Lee’s Landing Circle, adding to the existing retail landscape in the area.
As part of its rollout, the store is expected to employ between six to ten local residents, contributing to the job market in the community. The new Dollar General will mark the third location within a two-and-a-half-mile radius, indicating a growing demand for retail options as Conway experiences rapid growth.
The opening of Dollar General aligns with a broader trend of rapid development along SC 90, where more than 1,500 homes have been constructed in the last decade alone. Future developments are also in the pipeline, signaling Conway’s ongoing evolution from a mainly rural territory to a bustling suburban area.
Other Developments Along SC 90
Alongside the new Dollar General store, several other businesses are also under construction on SC 90. Notably, a Refuel gas station and a Dunkin’ coffee shop are set to complement the retail offerings in the region. These developments reflect the increasing infrastructure and urbanization within Conway.
Infrastructure Improvements
To accommodate the growing population and increase in traffic, Horry County has announced plans to expand SC 90 from its current two lanes to four lanes over the next decade. This expansion will be funded through the RIDE 4 initiative, aimed at enhancing transportation and commuting options for residents.
Market Dynamics
Operational Challenges at Existing Locations
While the new Dollar General prepares to open, existing locations in Conway have been facing operational challenges. Customers and employees reported issues with air conditioning failures, resulting in dangerously high temperatures in some stores. On several occasions, temperatures inside these Dollar General locations reportedly exceeded 100 degrees, with one instance recorded at 105 degrees. In response to these conditions, Dollar General is actively working to repair the affected air conditioning units and has implemented modified operating hours to alleviate the impact on both employees and customers.
The ongoing construction of the new Dollar General, coupled with additional retail developments and infrastructure improvements, paints a picture of a rapidly changing Conway. With new job opportunities on the horizon and strategic expansions in place, the future looks promising for both residents and businesses in the area.
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Additional Resources
- My Horry News: Dollar General Plans
- Magnolia Reporter: Public Records
- WMBF News: Dollar General Air Conditioning Issues
- Taste of Country: Family Dollar Sold
- The Street: Dollar Stores Headwind
- Google Search: Dollar General Conway
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