Located in Calhoun County, Marshall, Michigan, is a town that effortlessly combines historic charm with a vibrant local shopping scene. With its well-preserved 19th century architecture and a community committed to supporting local businesses, Marshall offers a unique and enriching…
Located south of Canada, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan is home to a historic downtown shopping district with views of the St. Mary’s River and the Soo Locks. Beyond its iconic locks and scenic vistas, this charming town boasts a thriving…
Nestled in the heart of Michigan, Lansing is not just the state's capital but also a vibrant city with a rich tapestry of local businesses waiting to be explored. While online shopping offers convenience, there's a unique charm in discovering…
Congratulations to the Buy Nearby Weekend Coloring Contest Winners! Public voting took place after Buy Nearby Weekend (Oct. 6-8) and the winning images will be featured in the December 2023/January 2024 issue of the Michigan Retailer magazine. The contest was broken…
Across the state, Michigan businesses will join the Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) this weekend in celebration of Buy Nearby Weekend. Buy Nearby is an annual campaign promoted by the MRA, with a focus on keeping Michigan’s Main Streets healthy and thriving.…
Download, Print, Color, & Enter! How to enter: Submit your colored page of Buy Nearby Guy and his cake to buynearbymi@retailers.com, with the completed information: Name Age Contact information: Email or Phone Number Following Buy Nearby Weekend, on Oct. 9,…
What is Buy Nearby Weekend? Buy Nearby Weekend is the annual celebration, hosted by Michigan Retailers Association, to promote shopping at local, Michigan-based stores. If Michigan residents redirected 10% of their estimated $32.4 billion in out-of-state e-commerce and remote sales,…
Buy Nearby Weekend, the annual celebration of retailers across Michigan will take place on Oct. 6-8! Make sure you have everything you need to encourage shoppers to stop in and shop ‘til they drop. Request a Free Packet of Buy…
During the early 2010’s, retail was feeling the brunt of the Great Recession. Sales were down and Main Streets were hurting. Michigan retailers, as a whole, are creative and gifted marketers, finding unique ways to promote their own businesses during…
Communities in Northern Michigan Eligible for $7,500 Grant for Downtowns, Events Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) today announced its annual Buy Nearby grant program to help communities promote downtown business districts. This year's $7,500 grant, sponsored by Great Lakes Michigan Jobs,…