Thanks to everyone who made Saturday, October 3, another successful Get Caught Blue-Handed Day – despite the cold, windy and wet weather. It was a good day to be inside a Michigan store, looking over the many great and often…
Did you know purchasing products from local retailers could add $9 billion more to Michigan’s economy annually? Below, James Hallan, president and CEO of the Michigan Retailers Association, tells us about the impact of shopping in Michigan and how the…
Today's Merchant Spotlight takes us downtown to Detroit's Midtown neighborhood. Tulani Rose is an urban gift and home goods shop located just steps from Wayne State University's campus. They have everything from artwork and journals created by local artists, to Detroit-themed t-shirts…
Michigan celebrates Get Caught Blue-Handed Day on Oct. 3 and while it's not an official holiday, it's a great reason to shop and support your community. Retail businesses across the state will celebrate by offering special merchandise or sales, and some…
Today's Merchant Spotlight takes us to Royal Oak: Poesy Home Decor specializes in handmade decor and gifts, perfect for any Michigan occasion! This Metro Detroit shop offers a variety of merchandise, with everything from Michigan-made candles to bags refurbished from antique Ford vehicles…
Everyone enjoys the excitement that comes along with traveling up north: uncharted adventures, campfires, days spent on the lake. Pup North feels this way too, and they wanted their furry four-legged friends to feel the same. Pup North is this…
Get Caught Blue-Handed Day, an important part of Michigan Retailers Association’s Buy Nearby campaign, takes place on Saturday, October 3. It’s a special day for retailers to attract shoppers and for shoppers to have fun showing their support for the…
This week's Merchant Spotlight has something for your sweet tooth! Ostego Gourmet Goodies has a "diverse selection of cake pans and accessories, chocolate molds and accessories as well as high end Merkins chocolate for making special treats." Ostego Gourmet Goodies also features…
Love cruisin' around the Motor City and the mitten? Bushey Automotive is this week's Merchant Spotlight, helping your car stay in tip top shape! Bushey Automotive has been "proudly serving mid-Michigan since 1931," handling everything from radiators and air conditioning…
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…