Family Dollar Stores Inc. announced that it has named Brad Rogers Senior Vice President - Real Estate. Replacing Keith Gehl, who retires from the company at the end of June, Mr. Rogers will report to Howard R. Levine, Chairman and CEO. Mr. Rogers joined the company in 1998 as a real estate manager with responsibility for new store development in North and South Carolina.

Family Dollar Stores Inc. announced that the company's Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend on the company's common stock of $0.26 per share, payable July 15, 2013, to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 14, 2013.

Family Dollar Stores Inc. Recalled Optimus Tower Quartz Heaters due to overheating and fire hazards. Consumers should stop using this product, which is being recalled voluntarily, unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Family Dollar Stores Inc. Presents at Barclay's Americas Select Franchise Conference, May-21-2013 02:30 PM. Venue: Langham Hotel, London, United Kingdom. Speakers: Mary A. Winston, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Executive Vice President.

Family Dollar Stores Inc. announced Charles S. Gibson, Executive Vice President - Supply Chain, will leave the Company to pursue other interests, effective April 30, 2013.