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Shop Local with Pure Michigan

By Mary Ellen Murphy Nov 7, 2024 | 9:31 AM

Grand Haven, MI (WGHN) – Nick Nerbonne of Pure Michigan checks in every Thursday.

Lots to chat about:

Hear the interview below.

Celebrating the season by supporting local

  • Choosing a local small business provides a big boost to local economies
  • Michiganders spent an estimated $36.5 billion in out-of-state ecommerce in 2023
  • study by the Michigan Retailers Association found that shifting just 1 in 10 out-of-state purchases to a local business would add $1.5 billion to Michigan’s economy and create more than 15,000 Michigan jobs.

 Opportunities to Support Local

  • Downtown shops, restaurants and business districts
  • Black Friday and Small Business Saturday

West Michigan Holiday Markets

  • Nov. 9 – 17th Annual Holiday Craft & Artisan Market at Central Park Place in Grand Haven
  • Nov. 15 – Dec. 23 – Christkindl Markt in downtown Grand Rapids
  • Nov. 23 – Dec. 21 – Kerstmarkt – Holland’s Outdoor Holiday Market

More at Michigan.org/supportlocal

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