“Dollar General in Kinston, North Carolina is the kind of store where you walk in needing one simple item and somehow your shopping cart starts making life decisions for you. You tell yourself, “I’m just grabbing paper towels,” and five minutes later you are holding snacks, cleaning supplies, batteries, dog treats, seasonal decorations, and a pack of socks you did not know your soul required. This place has that mysterious Dollar General magic — the aisles gently whisper, “Go ahead, you need this too.” Before you know it, your basket is full, your wallet is still alive, and you are standing at checkout feeling like a bargain-hunting champion. The store is convenient, easy to shop, and perfect when you need everyday items without running across town like you are training for the Olympics. I truly appreciate Dollar General in Kinston for being a dependable stop for quick shopping, household essentials, snacks, and those surprise finds that jump into the cart when nobody is looking. Great convenience, good prices, and a shopping experience that proves sometimes the quickest stops turn into the best little treasure hunts.”
“To be honest, I don't come in here very often. When I do though, I usually find something that I can only find here, such as the Dead Sea Collection of shampoo and conditioner, which I'm personally fond of. I recommend giving Big Lots a check from time to time. You might be surprised with what you find, and maybe find something you like?”
“This is your typical Dollar Tree store. They carry the same things as other Dollar Tree stores. You can find great stocking stuffers here for Christmas, things to do projects with, etc. They have some food items as well as health and beauty items, etc. I think they are soon going to start having some items that are more than $1, bit I haven't seen the change happen yet.”
“It's your regular neighborhood roses decent deals on brands that are not necessarily name brand but good for the community if you are on a low budget. Always stocked.”
“Love shopping at DG. But aisle s are always full. Boxed merchandise needs to be put up. Always out of different items I shop for. Need more staff period! Tidy items on shelves. All over the place. Have someone come in and check out the coolers! Just a messy place right now !”
“I would like to commend Ms Jasmine on her excellant service.It was my first time visiting this store and I received service with a smile so willing to help and so professional I left 100% satisfied. THANK YOU”
“I was in the store and I couldn't find what I was looking for. The young lady Carlesha stopped what she was doing and walked me to where I could find what I was looking for. Carlesha showed that she has the potential of going beyond her cashier position. I thought that she was one of the manangers there due to her being so helpful. Carlesha is how customer service should be displayed with in an establishment. I thank you so much Miss Carlesha for your pleasant attitude, assistance and your great customer service!”
“Carlotta is an absolute gem at Dollar General—she truly shines as a standout employee! From the second I walked in, she made me feel genuinely welcome. Even while busy stocking shelves, she greeted me warmly with a bright, friendly smile and immediately asked if I needed help finding anything. Her positive, upbeat energy carried through the entire interaction, right up to a smooth and cheerful checkout experience. In a world where exceptional customer service is becoming harder to find, Carlotta stands out as golden. She’s personable, attentive, and brings real joy to what could be a routine visit. Dollar General is lucky to have her—this level of kindness and professionalism deserves recognition! If you’re ever at this location, look for Carlotta—you’ll leave smiling, just like I did. ⭐️”
“This store is in a different location than shown in the pictures here. Also, the inside pictures here do not represent the current store. The new store is alot cleaner and more organized.”
“Five stars all day. The staff here is genuinely friendly, helpful, and always willing to point you in the right direction without making you feel rushed. The store itself is clean, organized, and—most importantly—well stocked, which feels like a small miracle these days. ? Whether you’re running in for one quick item or grabbing a cartful of everyday essentials, this Dollar General makes it easy and pleasant. Shelves are full, aisles are neat, and checkout is smooth. It’s clear the team takes pride in keeping the store running right. Big appreciation to the employees for making a simple shopping trip feel welcoming and stress-free. This is exactly how a neighborhood store should be run—reliable, friendly, and convenient. Highly recommend stopping in!”
Burlington Stores is giving its locations a major makeover. The off-price retailer has already transformed about half of its 1,115 stores and plans to complete the redesign across its entire fleet by the end of 2026. The company calls this makeover "Store Experience 2.0." Gone are the cramped aisles and confusing layouts that once defined discount shopping. Instead, Burlington is creating wider walkways, organized sections, and clearer signs to help shoppers find what they need.
Dollar General is adding more of its private label food offerings to stores, following similar moves by big retailers like Walmart and Amazon as store brands keep growing in popularity. The store is launching new items under its own labels, including ice cream, cinnamon rolls, coffee syrups, and salad dressings. The move comes as store brand sales reached $271 billion in 2024, up nearly 4% from 2023.
Daiso, the beloved Japanese retailer known for its variety of affordable household goods, is expanding further in the U.S. market. This week, the company is celebrating the grand openings of three new stores in Texas and California. On Saturday, Aug. 10, Daiso debuted an 8,000-sq.-ft. location in Beaumont, Texas, at Dowlen Towne Center, as well as two Southern California stores - a 6,319-sq.-ft. space in Van Nuys at Mid Valley Marketplace and a 5,200-sq.-ft. store in Westminster at Westminster Center.
Dollar Tree is moving into 170 former 99 Cents Only stores, marking a big shift in the discount retail landscape. The company announced Wednesday it's taking over leases in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas, with plans to reopen the stores under its own brand as early as fall 2024.
Ollie's Bargain Outlet just landed a great deal of its own, winning a $14.6 million bankruptcy auction for 11 former 99 Cents Only store locations across Texas. The discount retail chain pounced after 99 Cents Only abruptly went out of business in March, shuttering all 371 of its stores in California, Arizona, Texas, and Nevada. Ollie's quickly made an opening "stalking horse bid" to grab over a dozen of the empty properties.
