The City of Plainview hosted a ribbon cutting to mark the Grand Opening of the Dollar General Store at 1900 Tazewell Pike. Mayor Gary Chandler welcomed the crowd and thanked all who made this day possible. Mayor Chandler stated that Plainview is a growing community of caring individuals and that the city will continue to strive to “meet the needs of our citizens”.

Ms. Becky Atkins, the new store manager, and Ms. Karen Pack, Dollar General Store District Manager, remarked that they were glad to be in the Plainview Community. Dollar General offered a free tote bag and tumbler to the first 200 adult shoppers and greeted the first 50 adults with a $10 gift card to celebrate the occasion. Corporate also distributed coupons by mail and Ms. Atkins and her staff worked to showcase hundreds of specials to as the slogan says “Save time. Save money. Every day!”

As members of the Plainview City Council, the Planning Commission, and other Plainview Officials joined the Dollar General Store Managers to cut the ribbon, a welcoming round of applause rose from the onlookers. Welcome to Plainview, Dollar General.