The Dollar General in McGowan has undergone a remarkable transformation. Once an embarrassment to the neighborhood, the store now makes a profound and positive impact. The shelves are fully stocked, the aisles are clear, and the parking lot and landscaping are well-maintained. The store's appearance has drastically improved, and it now looks good on the community. The store is popular and often busy, with long lines. However, the staff is described as fast, friendly, and efficient. The new manager is working hard to keep the store clean and provide excellent customer service. The "Food Not Bombs" organization in Olivehurst and Linda frequently purchases items from this Dollar General on sale to support their mission of feeding and caring for the unhoused. Customers praise the store's convenience, cleanliness, and friendly staff. Employees like Diana, Ruby, and Missy are highlighted for their helpfulness and humor. While the chocolate selection may not be the best, the store is generally praised for its diverse product offerings and fantastic sales.
The people in the surrounding areas are poverty stricken so it’s convenient for them to shop here for groceries. However as someone out of town, visiting this location felt very unsafe and sketchy. I had gotten many stares and people were looking at my bag. I would not visit again.
May 2023
I really love the convenience of cross the street DG. The new look and products are terrific and the store is always clean. That's important to me. The staff is so sweet. Diana is so funny and knows her store. Ruby she will always stop and direct you to what you need. Missy she's so sweet and very helpful. The staff is... read full comment
April 2023
Decent selection especially In a pinch. Wouldn't recommend buying the chocolate it looks like it melts and rehardens often.
