Dollar General Corp.

Hartshorn and his team were instrumental in carrying out the expansion of Clover Valley, a key component of Dollar General’s “Food First” initiative.

The discounter reported fourth quarter growth in the consumables category, while sales in its home products, seasonal, and apparel categories were sluggish.

With an eye toward future growth, the retailer adds several key executives each of which have a wealth of grocery industry experience.

The discount store celebrates the milestone as it opens the doors of its Alice, Tex., location.

The retailer is now offering fresh fruits and vegetables at more than 5,000 stores across the U.S.

The retailer has teamed with Slatkin + Co. to debut an assortment of scented candles, wax melts and reed diffusers.

Steve Deckard will add store operations to his oversight as he fills the opening left by the departing Steve Sunderland.

Store Brands has selected retailers from across multiple channels of distribution that are worth keeping an eye on in the coming year.