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Celebrate Buy Nearby Weekend, Oct. 6-8, 2023!

CELEBRATE Buy Nearby's 10th Year The Buy Nearby program has come a long way since 2013. But our mission has not altered. When you Keep Your Money in Michigan©, you're supporting the vital stores in your downtowns that employ family…

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Buy Nearby campaign celebrates 10 years

The Michigan Retailers Association’s Buy Nearby campaign is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. The clever marketing campaign has played an important role in raising awareness about the huge impact shopping locally can have on the Michigan economy. Former CEO…

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Shop 3 Challenge

Take the Shop 3 Challenge, Support Local Stores

The Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) today reported that credit card sales were up 3.88 percent for Thanksgiving weekend over 2021 sales the same weekend. To continue that growth, MRA is encouraging Michigan residents to take the Shop 3 Challenge by…

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