MRA reports April retail sales dip for first time this year
Michigan Retailers Association today reports a decrease in retail sales, month-over-month, for the first time since November 2020.
The April Retail Index survey came in at 67.1, a decrease from March’s 92.4.
Twenty-six students receiving Michigan Retailers Foundation scholarships
MRA’s annual scholarship competition is awarding 26 college students with scholarships totaling $37,500 for the 2021-22 academic year. The awards are funded by the Michigan Retailers Foundation and contributions from MRA members and other donors.
Breaking news: MDHHS order follows CDC mask guidance, MIOSHA rules still require masks for all
On Friday, May 14 Michigan released a revised MDHHS epidemic order that took effect Saturday, May 15 at 9:00 a.m. The order lifted the mask mandate for fully vaccinated individuals indoors and for everyone when outdoors.