Up North for the Fourth
Red, white and blue is a color scheme embraced year-round by Americans, but one we particularly love to sport in our outfits – or see exploding in the sky – on Independence Day. Last year, the average U.S. household spent…
Merchant Spotlight: L & Company
Today’s Merchant Spotlight is L & Company, a full-service salon in Old Town Saginaw that can give you more than a standard cut. Opened in August 2015, L & Company is all about accentuating customers’ beauty and health with natural products and services. It’s a dream project turned reality for owner and hairstylist Lynette Smith, a Buena Vista Township native.
Community comes together over ice cream
For the past 70 years, people around the globe have marveled at the breaking of world records in anything from the longest river dance line to the most hamburgers eaten in three minutes. On Saturday, June 11, Buy Nearby Guy and his small gang of handlers had the distinct privilege of consuming a portion of the LONGEST ice cream dessert known to man.
Merchant Spotlight: House of Pure Vin
This week’s merchant spotlight serves as proof to Detroiters that the city is more than motors – it’s also a haven for Michigan wine, thanks to House of Pure Vin, a wine retail store that opened in December 2015. Co-owned…
Merchant Spotlight: Gazelle Sports
Today's Merchant Spotlight has been a Michigan staple since 1985. Beginning its journey in Kalamazoo, Gazelle Sports was created with the intent to encourage a healthy lifestyle and celebrate its community. This retailer has since opened three additional locations across Michigan…
Merchant Spotlight: iCare Phone Repair
This Merchant Spotlight is an Okemos-born company, taking care of the thing you cherish most: your cell phone! iCare Repair started in 2012 and already has seven locations across Michigan. Their portfolio covers just about everything, including smartphones, iPads, iPods and…
A Greater Detroit guide to St. Paddy’s Day
From traditional Irish breakfasts to all-you-can-eat buffets, Detroit has a lot to offer this St. Paddy’s Day. Check out some of the area’s plans for the big day, and how you can #buynearby! MCSHANE’S IRISH PUB / Detroit This Corktown…
Merchant Spotlight: Collected Works
This women's boutique has been bringing the Ann Arbor area designer clothes for close to 40 years! They specialize in small American designers, showcasing a range of unique clothing, jewelry and accessories. Collected Works prides themselves on their wide variety of designers…
10 Ways You Can Buy Nearby and Support Michigan in 2016
A new year comes with new goals, and 2016 is no different. This year, we want to get even more Michiganders buying nearby. Did you know that when you buy from a company in Michigan, roughly half of each dollar…
#HolidayHits Week Three Recap
Thank you for joining us this season for #HolidayHits! We hope you had a wonderful time finding the perfect gift from your favorite Michigan retailers. Below is the last of our holiday gift guide. Happy Shopping! Sparrow Boutique Located in…