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…
The #ibuynearby campaign lets us reward you for shopping at retailers in Michigan! It's simple: Shop at your favorite Michigan retailers near where you live, work or visit. Share your photos using #ibuynearby on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Win a $100…
Circare Gifts of St. Clair Shores is in the limelight this week as our next Merchant Spotlight! The word Circare is the Latin verb for “explore” and also the owner’s inspiration for creating the eccentric shop full of hand-crafted art. Circare…
Hey there! How goes it? You're probably outside enjoying the summer sunshine, strolling past stands at the local farmer's market. Maybe you're trying that new restaurant and brewery that just opened up downtown. I know, you're shopping for some swag…
In the Merchant Spotlight today is Herman Hiss & Company. This gem of jewelry stores has been around since 1867 and passed down through the founding family ever since. You can choose from a wide selection of jewelry at this…
We celebrate local Michigan retailers year-round, but October 3rd is a special day: it's Get Caught Blue-Handed Day!