Retail sales slow in June but remain positive
LANSING – Michigan retail sales slowed in June from their strong spring showing but remained positive for the fifth consecutive month, according to the Michigan Retail Index, a joint project of Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.
Grand Rapids Retailers, Local Leaders to Stress Importance of Buying Nearby to Area Economy
Shoppers supporting retailers such as MercuryHead Gallery benefit community
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Business owners and economic development leaders from Grand Rapids today joined James P. Hallan of the Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) to talk about the growth of new retailers and retail jobs in Grand Rapids and to remind residents that where they spend their shopping dollars matters a great deal to Michigan’s local communities and state economy.
MRA announces ‘Friend of Retail’ candidate designations and endorsements
LANSING – Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) today announced the designation of 71 legislative candidates in the August 2 primary who are considered a “Friend of Retail” and deserve member support.
