The Woodward Dream Cruise is an annual event that marks summertime in Michigan with a celebration of classic cars is the Motor City. People from all over the country come to Michigan to cruise down Woodward Avenue, including our very…
This week's Merchant Spotlight takes us over to Ludington, Michigan for "lakeside living" cottage decor! Cottage Works provides products to be the perfect touch on your place up north, as well as a variety of services. They proudly offer boat storage,…
What’s better than a summer trip to the cherry capital of the world? Nothing that we can think of! This summer Buy Nearby has been traveling around Michigan, spreading the word about the importance of shopping nearby and today’s stop…
If you're looking for a tasty spot to try this week, stop in to Steve's Detroit Deli! They have bagels, classic deli sandwiches, fresh salads, and more! Steve's Detroit Deli is located in downtown Detroit and is the perfect place…
The Michigan Retail Index is a monthly gauge of key retail activity in Michigan. The 100-point index gauges the performance of the state’s overall retail industry, based on monthly surveys conducted by the Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) and the Federal…
All Michiganders love the mitten state and it’s great to hear others say the same! Thrillist, national food and travel blog, recently ranked all 50 states and rated Michigan as the number one state. We’re sure you can guess why…
Today’s Merchant Spotlight takes us up to Traverse City: My Secret Stash is a local retailer that features handmade Michigan goods and gifts, perfect for every occasion. Buy nearby at this “bohemian boutique featuring handcrafted works of Michigan artists,” in the heart…
Today, Buy Nearby Guy made his way to the summer sidewalk sales in Plymouth, Michigan! It was the perfect way to buy nearby. Buy Nearby Guy would love to come visit you to celebrate buying nearby in Michigan. If you’re a…
Although it’s not cold enough to enjoy mittens quite yet, Michigan Mittens is in our Merchant Spotlight this week! They have plenty of cute merchandise but their specialty happens to be uniquely designed mittens so that you “always have a map…
Tempo Vino Winery is in the Merchant Spotlight this week! In the heart of Kalamazoo, Tempo Vino hand crafts wines using grapes from around the world. Its selection includes seasonal wines, like this spring’s Exotic Fruits White Zinfandel. Next time…