Dollar General celebrates grand opening of Pearland location
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Dollar General celebrated its grand opening Nov. 9 at 7455 Bailey Road, Pearland, after opening the new location in early November. The business sells food, housewares, seasonal items, cleaning supplies and beauty products. 281-721-9690. www.dollargeneral.com
By Haley Morrison
Haley Morrison came to Community Impact Newspaper in 2017 after graduating from Baylor University. She was promoted to editor in February 2019. Haley primarily covers city government.
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