Circle K faces penalties
Two stores in North Carolina have been fined for price scanning errors by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Family Dollar and Circle K faced penalties, receiving a $10,000 and $1,140 fine for failing inspections.
In this gallery, we dive into the charges, as well as the companies’ histories.
Family Dollar's error rate
Family Dollar’s error rate was 4.33% with 13 overcharges on 300-item lots. The store’s first inspection in November 2022 showed a 22% error rate with 11 overcharges on a 50-item lot. Circle K’s inspection revealed a 12% error rate.
Family Dollar was founded in 1959
Family Dollar, founded in 1959 by Leon Levine, offers a range of products, including groceries, clothing, and household items.
The company grew rapidly
The company grew rapidly, opening its 100th store in 1971. By 1982, Family Dollar had expanded to over 400 stores. It became a publicly traded company in 1970.
Dollar Tree acquired Family Dollar
In 2015, Dollar Tree acquired Family Dollar for $8.5 billion. The acquisition aimed to enhance competitiveness against rivals like Dollar General.
The largest convenience store
Circle K is an international chain of convenience stores founded in 1951 in El Paso, Texas. It has since grown to become one of the largest convenience store brands globally.
Offers a variety of products
The company operates in over 20 countries, with more than 14,000 locations worldwide. It offers a variety of products, including snacks, beverages, and fuel.
Circle K is a subsidiary
Circle K is a subsidiary of Alimentation Couche-Tard, a Canadian multinational operator of convenience stores. Couche-Tard acquired Circle K in 2003.
Known for its Polar Pop cups
The brand is known for its Polar Pop cups and Froster beverages, and has expanded through acquisitions, including the purchase of the Holiday Stationstores chain in 2017.