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MRA reports November sales down from October, retailers hopeful for a boost from last-minute holiday shopping

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan retailers reported a decrease in November sales over October, but remain optimistic as shoppers use the final days before Christmas to buy holiday gifts.

The November Retail Index survey came in at 46.3,

Shop safely. Shop local. #BuyNearbyMI

Supporting our hometown retailers is more important than ever during this holiday season. To encourage Michiganders to keep their spending dollars local, we created a public service announcement. Please share it with your friends and neighbors to spread the word and support our hometown retailers!

Michigrain Distillery’s pivot during the COVID shutdown saved the day

By MEEGAN HOLLAND
Photos STEVE JESSMORE

LANSING – It’s a story we’ve heard over and over again during the pandemic – businesses that have figured out how to pivot to make the most of a dire situation.