The new Dollar General store located in Green Creek opened Wednesday, July 28 off Hwy. 9.

A grand opening for the location will be held Saturday, Aug.4. Dollar General has five other area locations in Campobello, Columbus, Landrum, Saluda and Tryon.

Construction began on the site in Green Creek back in April after a building permit was awarded March 15.

The property includes 4.63 acres and has a tax value of $882,336, according to the building permit.

Contractors for the construction include Patton Company LLC.

The new store is located at 6037 Hwy. 9 South between the former Crossroads Restaurant and the Peniel Road intersection.