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Holiday Shopping Season Kicks-Off with Annual Buy Nearby Weekend, Oct. 4-6

Shop local, visit participating retailers, and Keep Your Money in Michigan©

Businesses and consumers across the state will join the Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) next weekend in celebration of Buy Nearby Weekend.

Michigan Retailers Association announces Victoria Veda as VP, Communications

Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) is pleased to announce Victoria Veda as its new Vice President, Communications beginning Sept. 3, 2024.

Veda comes to MRA with an extensive background supporting Michigan’s retailers and small businesses through work in marketing and brand consulting.

Michigan Retailers’ July Sales See Rise Over June

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100-point Index marker reaches highest point since February 2024

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Retailers Association today reports that July 2024 sales rose over June, landing at 47.5 on the 100-point Retail Index.