MRA announces ‘Friend of Retail’ candidate designations and endorsements
LANSING – Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) today announced the designation of 71 legislative candidates in the August 2 primary who are considered a “Friend of Retail” and deserve member support.
Michigan Retail Hardware Association becomes division of Michigan Retailers

The Michigan Retail Hardware Association (MRHA) will become a division of Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) effective July 1, the presidents of both organizations announced today.
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Solid May retail sales add to positive trend

LANSING – Overall Michigan retail sales remained strong in May, the fourth consecutive month of positive performance, according to the Michigan Retail Index, a joint project of Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.