MRA reports November retail sales higher year-over-year
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Retailers report strong sales during extended holiday shopping weekend
LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Retailers Association today reports November saw another strong month for retail sales compared to October and November 2020 numbers.
News from the Capitol: You’ve given up a lot, but giving to this cause is important
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By AMY DRUMM, MRA Vice President, Government Affairs
While this is a season of giving, it’s hard to avoid thinking about how we’ve all given a lot over the past two years.
English Gardens on giving back and educating others
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‘Tis the season of giving, but English Gardens, with six locations in the southeastern portion of the state, donates year-round.
With goals of helping out local causes and organizations,