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DOLLAR GENERAL CORP 8-K Report (Jun 4, 2002)

Filed June 4, 2002For Securities:DG

Summary

Dollar General Corporation (DG) has filed a Current Report (8-K) on June 4, 2002, to disclose a significant change in its Board of Directors. The company announced the appointment of David L. Bere to its Board, effective June 3, 2002. This appointment is being reported under Regulation FD, ensuring that material information is broadly disseminated to investors. Investors should note that the addition of a new director can signal changes in strategy, governance, or industry expertise within the company. While the specific background or impact of Mr. Bere's appointment is not detailed in this filing, it represents a formal update to the company's leadership structure that is material for shareholder awareness and corporate governance oversight.

Key Highlights

  • 1Dollar General Corporation appointed David L. Bere to its Board of Directors.
  • 2The appointment was effective as of June 3, 2002.
  • 3This announcement is made via a Form 8-K filing on June 4, 2002.
  • 4The filing is made pursuant to Regulation FD, ensuring broad disclosure.
  • 5The news release detailing the appointment is attached as Exhibit 99.1.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce the appointment of David L. Bere to Dollar General Corporation's Board of Directors, in compliance with SEC's Regulation FD.

The filing states David L. Bere has been appointed to the Company's Board of Directors. Further details on his background or specific responsibilities are not provided in this particular 8-K but would be in the referenced news release (Exhibit 99.1).

Changes to a company's Board of Directors are considered material as they can impact corporate governance, strategic direction, and oversight. Regulation FD requires public disclosure of such material events.

More detailed information regarding David L. Bere's background and the context of his appointment can be found in the news release dated June 3, 2002, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.