Senate Votes 27 to 9 in Favor of Writing Half-Mile Rule Into Law
West Bloomfield, MI — (December 6, 2017) On Wednesday December 6, The Republican-controlled Senate approved a bi-partisan bill by a 27 to 9 margin that would write the half-mile rule…
Hundreds of Local Retailers Head to Lansing to Challenge the MLCC’s Effort to Eliminate the “Half-Mile Rule”
On Wednesday September 6 at 1 p.m. members of the Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA) will attend a hearing at Constitution Hall in Lansing to challenge the Michigan Liquor Control…
Letter: State needs to get real about recycling
Letter To The Editor of The Detroit News March 30, 2017 The recent release of the Governor’s Recycling Council recommendations to enhance overall recycling in Michigan helps bring attention to…
Food Industry Helping to Fuel Michigan’s Economy
January 25, 2017 – Food retail stores are often the anchors of commerce in urban and rural communities across the state. The Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA) commissioned a study…
MIRA voices its support for current and pending bills in Lansing, MI
West Bloomfield, MI. (DEC.9, 2016) – The Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA) applauded the House passing Senate Bill 853 on Thursday, December 1st. SB 853 would prevent local governments from…
In honor of Veteran’s Day, Benchmark Beverage Company highlights the American Spirit
Veteran’s Day is a day of remembrance for the men and women who put their lives on the line for liberty and justice. Benchmark Beverage company salutes the American spirit…
A Spootacular Spirit and Apple Crisp Liqueur help Welcome the Holiday Season!
As the leaves start to fall and with the apple orchards in full swing, there is no better time to pair Benchmark spirits with the changing season. Retailers looking to…
Food Retailers help feed Michigan’s Economy as Governor Snyder Declares Food Retailers Week
West Bloomfield, MI (September 21, 2016) — Did you know that the Food industry directly supports 198,000 full and part-time jobs along with an additional 75,000 indirect jobs? The food…
MIRA granted proclamations in Michigan, Ohio and Illinois for “We Card Program”
West Bloomfield, MI (September 19, 2016) – The Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA) continues its support of the We Card Program by ensuring that its members do not sell controlled…
MIRA Mourns The Loss of Former Chairman and Longtime Grocer Chatham’s Harvey Weisberg
West Bloomfield, MI (July 1, 2016) — When Harvey L. Weisberg served as the Chairman of the AFD in 1969 he was quoted as saying, “One of the main reasons…