More retailers begin to dabble in dollar store concept

USA TODAY ^ | 7/22/2003 | Lorrie Grant

[Willie Green]

The growing appeal of "dollar" stores has begun to trouble even the most traditional retailers

[The Brush]

I go to the dollar store all the time!
(Of course you'll never get me to admit that HERE)

[sinkspur]

Dollar General is a franchise, and we've got 'em every mile here in the DFW Mid-Cities area.

I prefer Big Lots, but you can get some great bargains at Dollar stores. Basic stuff.

[Tauzero]

Many Wall Street firms have noted the success of this store concept, and will be implementing their own versions.

[longtermmemmory]

Dollar stores (all versions) are great, Sometimes you find the identical product that other stores carry for more.

Granted some of the durability of the products is limited but they are easily replaceable.

[arete]

Surviving of less. Get used to it.

Richard W.

[FITZ]

I bought some kids' sandals for $5 at one of those dollar stores but they fell apart in less than 2 weeks. Payless sells better quality for only $3 to $4 more and they'll last over a year.