From the Archives: MRA Welcomes New Printing Press
Every now and then, we stumble upon gems from our archives.
Back in 2002, MRA was saying farewell to a one-head printing press. Ken Sierakowski, Printer Operations Coordinator, poses with the machine,
Michigan Retail Sales Up for Thanksgiving Weekend, Consumers Encouraged to Buy Nearby
The Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) today reported that credit card sales were up 3.88 percent for Thanksgiving weekend over 2021 sales the same weekend.
To continue that growth,
Spice Up the Season
Create a cozy atmosphere and take the chill off your winter blues
We’re all aware of what January in Michigan brings…it’s dark, it’s cold, snow falls, and not many people like to venture far from their fireplace hearth or heated blanket.
January and February Dates to Celebrate
You asked, we answered: MRA’s Ask Us First Questions of the Year
MRA’s Ask Us First program connects members directly to our team to provide key information to help you stay focused on your business. This year, we had some questions asked multiple times.
Resolutions For Return Fraud in the New Year
By: John Mayleben
John is one of the nation’s first Certified Payments Professionals designated by the Electronic Transaction Association, an MRA consultant, and national expert on payment processing.
Regulatory News and Trends
Minimum wage increases to $10.10 – Effective Jan. 1, Michigan’s minimum wage rate will increase to $10.10 an hour, up from the current $9.87. The 85% rate for minors aged 16 and 17 increases to $8.59 an hour.
Michigan Retail Index Survey
The Michigan Retail Index is a monthly gauge of key retail activity in Michigan and serves as an important indicator of the health of Michigan’s retail sector and the direction of the state’s overall economy.
Why Do Businesses That Sell Food Need a Food License?
By: Tim Slawinski
Food and Dairy Division Director
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
People shopping at a grocery store or eating out at a restaurant may notice the food license hanging on the wall from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD).
