December 2022 by Adam Dispenza
Bottom line, if you're looking to avoid a long trip to Walmart and save money on gas, the Dollar General is for you. Here are the pros and cons I can immediately see:Pros:- The store is clean and new- There is a fairly comprehensive food area- There is a surprising amount various products that can usually only be found out of town- The price point on most products is quite reasonableCons:- The food area DOES NOT have produce or a butcher (not as comprehensive as grocery store in town)- The bathroom requires a key, for now. This is odd for Pomeroy- Has a Walmart/chain store feel (not necessarily a negative, but doesn't really have the small town aesthetic)- No pharmacyHere's my hope for the place. I would like to see folks shop here and save money they would have given to the Clarkston Walmart and also save money on fuel. If folks save money, they can patronize the other local businesses where there are gaps in Dollar General's selection (such as the pharmacy and the grocery store). I wasn't sure what to think of a chain store coming to Pomeroy, but I think it could be an overall positive experience for the community if it helps save people money and keep them shopping locally.
