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Michigan Retailers Association Launches Holiday Shopping Challenges Supporting Local Business

The “Shop 3 Challenge” and “Michigan Monday” bring awareness and support to Michigan-based retail and e-commerce.

The Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) has announced this year’s holiday shopping challenges to encourage Michiganders to support locally-owned retail and small business.

Michigan Retailers See Fall in September Sales

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3-month optimism highest since summer 2023

Michigan Retailers Association reports that September 2024’s Retail Index decreased to 38.7, in comparison to August’s 44.9 on the 100-point Retail Index.

Open Enrollment is Here

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Open Enrollment Period this year from Nov. 1 through Jan. 15, 2025. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network will extend the Open Enrollment Period to Jan.