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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Dollar General Announces American Red Cross Partnership Extension
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn., June 25, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Dollar General (NYSE: DG) renewed its commitment to the American Red Cross Disaster Responder Program with an additional $250,000 donation to support the organization's disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts. The donation will help provide safe shelter, hot meals, emotional support and resources to DG's neighbors in need across the country. Since 2001, Dollar General has proudly supported the Red Cross through more than $11 million in corporate donations and in-store collections. "Dollar General understands the profound disruption disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, fires or earthquakes can bring, and we're proud to be Here for What Matters for our hometowns when they need it most," shared Denine Torr, Dollar General's vice president of corporate social responsibility and philanthropy. "For nearly 25 years, our partnership has supported the American Red Cross to both prepare for emergencies and deliver vital resources to individuals and their families. We hope these funds help provide compassion and restore hope, helping communities thrive once again." "Increasing severe weather events mean that families are relying on the Red Cross now more than ever," said Anne McKeough, chief development officer at the American Red Cross. "We are so thankful for Disaster Responder members like Dollar General for their forward-thinking commitment that powers our preparedness and relief efforts, ensuring we can immediately provide help and hope to those facing their darkest day." Dollar General is committed to supporting its employees, customers and communities before, during and following the impact of disasters. Beyond its longstanding partnership and contributions to the Red Cross, which included a $1 million donation following Hurricanes Helene and Milton in October 2024, DG actively partners with organizations like World Central Kitchen, Feeding America, and Kids In Need Foundation to provide disaster relief support and fulfill its mission of Serving Others. Additionally, the DG Employee Assistance Foundation supplies financial support to employees in various times of need, and the Dollar General Literacy Foundation's Beyond Words program awards grants to public school libraries to help rebuild and restore book collections after disaster strikes. About Dollar General Corporation Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) is proud to serve as America's neighborhood general store. Founded in 1939, Dollar General lives its mission of Serving Others every day by providing access to affordable products and services for its customers, career opportunities for its employees, and literacy and education support for its hometown communities. As of May 2, 2025, the Company's 20,582 Dollar General, DG Market, DGX and pOpshelf stores across the United States and Mi Súper Dollar General stores in Mexico provide everyday essentials including food, health and wellness products, cleaning and laundry supplies, self-care and beauty items, and seasonal décor from our high-quality private brands alongside many of the world's most trusted brands such as Coca Cola, PepsiCo/Frito-Lay, General Mills, Hershey, J.M. Smucker, Kraft, Mars, Nestlé, Procter & Gamble and Unilever. View source version on Contacts Dollar General Newsroom dgpr@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Dollar General Announces American Red Cross Partnership Extension
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Dollar General (NYSE: DG) renewed its commitment to the American Red Cross Disaster Responder Program with an additional $250,000 donation to support the organization's disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts. The donation will help provide safe shelter, hot meals, emotional support and resources to DG's neighbors in need across the country. Since 2001, Dollar General has proudly supported the Red Cross through more than $11 million in corporate donations and in-store collections. 'Dollar General understands the profound disruption disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, fires or earthquakes can bring, and we're proud to be Here for What Matters for our hometowns when they need it most,' shared Denine Torr, Dollar General's vice president of corporate social responsibility and philanthropy. 'For nearly 25 years, our partnership has supported the American Red Cross to both prepare for emergencies and deliver vital resources to individuals and their families. We hope these funds help provide compassion and restore hope, helping communities thrive once again.' 'Increasing severe weather events mean that families are relying on the Red Cross now more than ever,' said Anne McKeough, chief development officer at the American Red Cross. 'We are so thankful for Disaster Responder members like Dollar General for their forward-thinking commitment that powers our preparedness and relief efforts, ensuring we can immediately provide help and hope to those facing their darkest day.' Dollar General is committed to supporting its employees, customers and communities before, during and following the impact of disasters. Beyond its longstanding partnership and contributions to the Red Cross, which included a $1 million donation following Hurricanes Helene and Milton in October 2024, DG actively partners with organizations like World Central Kitchen, Feeding America, and Kids In Need Foundation to provide disaster relief support and fulfill its mission of Serving Others. Additionally, the DG Employee Assistance Foundation supplies financial support to employees in various times of need, and the Dollar General Literacy Foundation's Beyond Words program awards grants to public school libraries to help rebuild and restore book collections after disaster strikes. About Dollar General Corporation Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) is proud to serve as America's neighborhood general store. Founded in 1939, Dollar General lives its mission of Serving Others every day by providing access to affordable products and services for its customers, career opportunities for its employees, and literacy and education support for its hometown communities. As of May 2, 2025, the Company's 20,582 Dollar General, DG Market, DGX and pOpshelf stores across the United States and Mi Súper Dollar General stores in Mexico provide everyday essentials including food, health and wellness products, cleaning and laundry supplies, self-care and beauty items, and seasonal décor from our high-quality private brands alongside many of the world's most trusted brands such as Coca Cola, PepsiCo/Frito-Lay, General Mills, Hershey, J.M. Smucker, Kraft, Mars, Nestlé, Procter & Gamble and Unilever.
Indianapolis Star
3 days ago
- Health
- Indianapolis Star
July 4 holiday comes with burn risks. Here's how to decide if you should go to the ER
Between fireworks and grilling over the July 4 holiday, there's always a way to get burned. Remember to take precautions. But if someone does get burned at your Independence Day event, here's what you need to know. Nationwide Children's Hospital offers the following descriptions for each degree of burn: Story continues below gallery. In an emergency, always call 911. Meanwhile, if your emergency involves a burn, the American Red Cross suggests removing any clothing or jewelry that is not stuck to the burn site. The first-aid organization says to then cool the burn — but not with ice, ice water or a freezing compress, as this can further damage skin. Instead, the Red Cross instructions say, "cool the burn as soon as possible under clean, cool, running water for 20 minutes." If there isn't cold water, the Red Cross says to use lukewarm water. The burn should be left uncovered, but if EMS is delayed or you're transporting the person for emergency care, "cover the burn loosely with a sterile dressing, a clean dressing or a plastic wrap, if necessary." IU Health emergency department medical director Kevin Moore said anyone with a burn should go to an urgent care office if the wound shows signs of infection. He also suggests calling 911 or going to the emergency department if the burn: In the case of a minor burn, Moore recommended remembering the four C's for care: Cooling, cleaning, covering and comfort. He offered the following tips:
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Hurricane safety checklist: how to protect yourself before, during and after a storm
The first storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season — Andrea — was announced by the National Hurricane Center on Tuesday. This marks the beginning of what forecasters at the National Weather Service predict will be an above-normal year for hurricane activity in the Atlantic Ocean. 'NOAA's outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, which goes from June 1 to November 30, predicts a 30% chance of a near-normal season, a 60% chance of an above-normal season, and a 10% chance of a below-normal season,' the National Weather Service said in a May news release. Here's how to protect yourself before, during and after a hurricane, based on information from the American Red Cross and the National Weather Service. Know your zone: If you live near the Gulf or Atlantic Coasts, find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone by contacting your local government or emergency management office. Know the difference between watches and warnings: A watch means 'be prepared,' while a warning means 'take action!' Establish an emergency plan: Talk with your family and friends ahead of time to determine how you'll stay in contact with each other, a plan to evacuate and a plan to shelter in place in the event of an emergency. Evacuation: If local officials advise you to evacuate, you should do so immediately. If you're in an area that is likely to flood, designate a location on higher ground that you can move to before floodwater reaches you. Allow plenty of time if you need help leaving your home or rely on public transportation. Know where you'll go, how you'll get there and where you will stay. The American Red Cross provides this search tool to find open shelters and other services. Shelter in place: If you're not ordered to evacuate, gather supplies and plan to live without power, water, gas, phone and internet for a long time. Locate a safe place to shelter inside, away from windows, skylights and glass doors. Put as many walls between you and the outside as possible. This includes a small, interior room, closet or hallway on the lowest level not likely to flood. Assemble an emergency supplies kit: This includes water, flashlights, portable cellphone chargers, generators and storm shutters. The National Weather Service recommends this list of supplies. Have go bags ready: Pack essential items like clothing, medication, toiletries, including younger and older family members and food for pets. Protect your home: Review your homeowner's insurance to see if you have adequate coverage. Cover your home's windows. Permanent storm shutters offer the best protection, according to the National Weather Service. You can also board up windows with plywood and buy supplies ahead of the pre-storm rush. Bring in any items that could cause damage by high winds, like lawn furniture or trash cans. Anchor any items that cannot be brought inside, like gas grills or propane tanks. Trim or remove any trees that are close enough to fall on your home. Stay informed: Monitor local news and check the website of the local office of the National Weather Service and local government/emergency management office to see what types of emergencies are unfolding and if you need to take action, including any storm surge watches or warnings. Listen to local officials: If you are advised to evacuate by local officials, do so immediately. Never walk, swim or drive through floodwater. Be wary of a sudden calm during the storm: If the eye of the storm passes over your area, there will be a short period of calm before the opposite side of the storm brings hurricane-force winds. Continue to stay informed: Listen to local news and officials for the latest updates. If you evacuate, only return when officials say it's safe to do so. Safety: Only drive if it's necessary, and stay alert for any downed power lines and wires because they can electrocute you. Turn around, don't drown! Seemingly calm and shallow floodwater can be potentially deadly. Avoid touching floodwater because it could contain sewage, bacteria or chemicals that could make you sick. Never use a portable generator inside your home or garage, as it could cause carbon monoxide poisoning. When in doubt, throw it out! If you lost power, throw out any food that got wet or warm if the refrigerator lost power. Monitor updates from your local health department about drinking water safety. Carefully walk around the outside of your home to report any loose power lines, gas leaks and structural damage. If the power is out, use battery-powered flashlights instead of candles. When cleaning up, wear protective equipment like gloves, goggles and boots.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Hurricane safety checklist: how to protect yourself before, during and after a storm
The first storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season — Andrea — was announced by the National Hurricane Center on Tuesday. This marks the beginning of what forecasters at the National Weather Service predict will be an above-normal year for hurricane activity in the Atlantic Ocean. 'NOAA's outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, which goes from June 1 to November 30, predicts a 30% chance of a near-normal season, a 60% chance of an above-normal season, and a 10% chance of a below-normal season,' the National Weather Service said in a May news release. Here's how to protect yourself before, during and after a hurricane, based on information from the American Red Cross and the National Weather Service. Know your zone: If you live near the Gulf or Atlantic Coasts, find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone by contacting your local government or emergency management office. Know the difference between watches and warnings: A watch means 'be prepared,' while a warning means 'take action!' Establish an emergency plan: Talk with your family and friends ahead of time to determine how you'll stay in contact with each other, a plan to evacuate and a plan to shelter in place in the event of an emergency. Evacuation: If local officials advise you to evacuate, you should do so immediately. If you're in an area that is likely to flood, designate a location on higher ground that you can move to before floodwater reaches you. Allow plenty of time if you need help leaving your home or rely on public transportation. Know where you'll go, how you'll get there and where you will stay. The American Red Cross provides this search tool to find open shelters and other services. Shelter in place: If you're not ordered to evacuate, gather supplies and plan to live without power, water, gas, phone and internet for a long time. Locate a safe place to shelter inside, away from windows, skylights and glass doors. Put as many walls between you and the outside as possible. This includes a small, interior room, closet or hallway on the lowest level not likely to flood. Assemble an emergency supplies kit: This includes water, flashlights, portable cellphone chargers, generators and storm shutters. The National Weather Service recommends this list of supplies. Have go bags ready: Pack essential items like clothing, medication, toiletries, including younger and older family members and food for pets. Protect your home: Review your homeowner's insurance to see if you have adequate coverage. Cover your home's windows. Permanent storm shutters offer the best protection, according to the National Weather Service. You can also board up windows with plywood and buy supplies ahead of the pre-storm rush. Bring in any items that could cause damage by high winds, like lawn furniture or trash cans. Anchor any items that cannot be brought inside, like gas grills or propane tanks. Trim or remove any trees that are close enough to fall on your home. Stay informed: Monitor local news and check the website of the local office of the National Weather Service and local government/emergency management office to see what types of emergencies are unfolding and if you need to take action, including any storm surge watches or warnings. Listen to local officials: If you are advised to evacuate by local officials, do so immediately. Never walk, swim or drive through floodwater. Be wary of a sudden calm during the storm: If the eye of the storm passes over your area, there will be a short period of calm before the opposite side of the storm brings hurricane-force winds. Continue to stay informed: Listen to local news and officials for the latest updates. If you evacuate, only return when officials say it's safe to do so. Safety: Only drive if it's necessary, and stay alert for any downed power lines and wires because they can electrocute you. Turn around, don't drown! Seemingly calm and shallow floodwater can be potentially deadly. Avoid touching floodwater because it could contain sewage, bacteria or chemicals that could make you sick. Never use a portable generator inside your home or garage, as it could cause carbon monoxide poisoning. When in doubt, throw it out! If you lost power, throw out any food that got wet or warm if the refrigerator lost power. Monitor updates from your local health department about drinking water safety. Carefully walk around the outside of your home to report any loose power lines, gas leaks and structural damage. If the power is out, use battery-powered flashlights instead of candles. When cleaning up, wear protective equipment like gloves, goggles and boots.
