Dollar General foundation awards more than $466K in Texas

The Dollar General Literacy Foundation announced the award of more than $466,000 in literacy grants to Texas nonprofit organizations, libraries and schools. The funds are part of nearly $8.2 million awarded throughout the 47 states in which Dollar General operates to support adult, family and summer literacy programs.

Locally, the foundation gave $3,000 to the City of Sundown Library and $10,000 to Literacy Lubbock

“Today’s announcement further demonstrates our commitment to serving teachers and students across the nation,” said Denine Torr, executive director of the Dollar General Literacy Foundation. “The Dollar General Literacy Foundation believes everyone should have access to programs that help strengthen reading and build critical literacy skills, and teachers should have the tools needed for quality classroom instruction."

The grants awarded to Texas organizations are expected to positively impact the lives of more than 27,487 individuals.

The Dollar General Literacy Foundation is also currently accepting applications for youth literacy grants through Thursday, May 19, at 10 p.m. These grants aim to support schools, public libraries, and nonprofit organizations within a 15-mile radius of a Dollar General store or distribution center in implementing new literacy initiatives or expanding existing ones. Funding may be used to purchase new technology, equipment, books, materials, or software to enhance literacy programs. Grant applications may be found online at http://www.dgliteracy.org.

Longtime barber shop closes

Richard Brown, owner of Brown's Barber Shop at 1718 Buddy Holly Ave., recently announced his retirement after more than 50 years.

The family owned business in the Depot District was founded in 1969 and was a popular barber shop among those who worked downtown and others in the community. In an email to their customers, Brown's family confirmed he was closing his shop, opting to retire following shoulder surgery. He now plans to spend more time fishing and relaxing.

Lubbock stylist among national award winners

StyleSeat, the leading destination for booking beauty, grooming, and wellness services, announced the winners of its Inaugural Awards, titled The Stylies.

Alberto Delgado of Lubbock was chosen to receive a Client Choice Award.

Created to recognize, honor, and celebrate the beauty and wellness professionals that help make StyleSeat customers look and feel their best, The Stylies are yet another way that StyleSeat is supporting and providing necessary resources for small businesses.

“From the beginning, our goal has always been to grow small businesses," said StyleSeat founder and CEO Melody McCloskey. "Whether that’s by filling last-minute cancellations or helping our Pros to get paid what they’re worth so they can earn more, StyleSeat has helped to generate over $10.6 billion in revenue for small businesses. The Stylies is one of many next steps in helping our deserving Pros continue to grow."

The Stylies are split into two categories: data-driven and community-driven. The data-driven category, based on data insights from 2021, features the Booked & Busy Award, the Client Choice Award, the Best In Award, and the Brand Ambassador Award. The community-driven category, which is based on word-of-mouth, features the Trendsetter Award and the Wisdom Award.

To be considered, eligible StyleSeat professionals submitted an application through StyleSeat. Nearly 900 submissions were received by the end of the nomination period.

For a complete list of this year's winners or more information, visit www.styleseat.com.

This article originally appeared on Lubbock Avalanche-Journal: Business news: Updates on Brown's Barber, StyleSeat, Dollar General