Dollar Tree Stores, Inc. operates discount variety stores in the United States. The company offers consumable merchandise, including candy and food, health and beauty care products, frozen and refrigerated food, and household consumables, such as paper, plastics, and household chemicals. It also provides toys, durable housewares, gifts, party goods, greeting cards, hardware, and other items. In addition, the company offers seasonal goods that include Easter, Halloween, and Christmas merchandise. As of April 6, 2006, it operated 3,100 stores in 48 states, including 2,962 Dollar Tree Stores and 138 Deal$ stores. The company was co-founded by Doug Perry, Macon Brock, and Ray Compton in 1986....