MRA’s letter to MDHHS to consider retail workers for early vaccination
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MRA President and CEO Bill Hallan prepared a letter to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services director respectfully requesting the consideration of all retail workers in Phase 1(b) eligibility for early COVID-19 vaccination.
CEO Bill Hallan: Believe it or not, 2020 had some positives
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As we close out 2020 the phrase “good riddance” comes to mind. Undoubtedly, 2021 will be welcomed with open arms. Perhaps it’s COVID fatigue, but I simply couldn’t write a column about the ill effects of this pandemic.
Jan. 1 is kick-off date for applications for MRA scholarships
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Michigan Retailers Foundation, a division of Michigan Retailers Association, kicks off its annual college and professional training scholarship competition on Jan. 1, 2021 for the 2021-2022 academic year.
The Foundation will award 26 scholarships this year,