Document Type
Lesson Plan and Materials
Publication Date
2025
Abstract
Since 2008, Dollar General has grown from 8,222 to 18,130 locations, becoming a staple of rural communities across America. These discount stores have had, and continue to have, a widespread impact on these communities. This lesson aims to inform students of these impacts, while also addressing how towns are responding to the entrance of Dollar Generals. The lesson will equip students to consider the different perspectives involved in this trend. Key concepts that will be discussed include food deserts, rural transportation difficulties, labor costs, and pricing competition.
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Health Economics Commons, Labor Economics Commons, Regional Economics Commons, Sociology Commons
Comments
When Dollar General Comes to Town © 2025 by Benjamin Williams is licensed under CC BY 4.0