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Smaller grocers benefit from boost in sales amid COVID-19

By SHANDRA MARTINEZ
Photos STEVE JESSMORE

As retail sales in general plunged amid coronavirus lockdowns that have essentially shuttered much of the economy, small grocers like Ric’s Food Centers are seeing a spike in sales,

SIDEWALK SALES: Outdoor selling makes customers feel safe during COVID

By SHANDRA MARTINEZ

Karen Hilt knows the power of color – and how to catch a potential shopper’s eye.

As the owner of My Secret Stash,

May sales still dismal but retailers optimistic for summer

LANSING, Mich. – May retail sales continued to tank with stores shut down for most of the month.

The May Retail Index survey came in at 30.0, up from April’s 10.8.