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Ohio Extends Stay-At-Home Order Through April

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Gov. Mike DeWine on Thursday announced that the state extended its stay-at-home order until May 1, with some additional details.

The Department of Health reported the number of confirmed cases Thursday was 2,902, up from 2,547 the previous day. The state said there have been 81 deaths, up from 65. Ohio has reported 802 hospitalizations, including 260 ICU admissions.

Health Director Dr. Amy Acton issued a new stay-at-home order effective when the current order ends Monday. It will include some changes, including:

The creation of a dispute resolution panel to address discrepancies in enforcement between political subdivisions.
Retail businesses are required to establish a maximum number of people inside at a time.
People traveling to Ohio will be required to self-quarantine for 14 days, except for those who work in other states or along border areas.
Wedding receptions must follow social distancing rules.
Organized sports are prohibited.
Garden centers are open.
Fishing is allowed, and state parks will not be closed unless people are not following social distancing rules.

The governor announced the creation of an economic advisory council, to be led by RPM CEO Frank Sullivan, to inform the administration on economic issues.

My dad has been a member of MIRA for a very long time. All of his stores are members, and it’s a great organization. I feel its programs will be very helpful to its members as the organization keeps growing.

Jacob GarmoLavish Vodka Cocktail

It’s rewarding to be part of an organization that is trying to pool resources to compete with the chain stores, such as the programs that have been endorsed by our committees. They help bring in savings with companies that otherwise would never have been presented.” “With more voices comes more success, because the stronger in numbers and participation in our organization, the more viable we become with politicians in our states to bring about positive legislation for our industry, as well as having more leverage in the vendor community to help make us more competitive and profitable.

Phil KassaHearland Marketplace, Farmington Hills MI

There is a need for everyone in a specific industry to work together for a common goal to implement change in the common scheme. It’s much easier to do this in a group, as opposed to sitting on the sidelines and allowing one peorson to take the lead while you reap the benefits. It’s very important for you to be a part of the group, be a team player, and be a member of that organization – especially in this industry. Membership in the association provides networking opportunities.

Terry BurnsMichigan Auto Dealers Association, Executive Director

We get better deals thanks to MIRA. We get the rebates with the coupons, and we can send them directly to them instead of sending to each manufacturer. It’s easy to send them to one place, and that is it. That really helps us save a lot of time. They also help us with the Dairymens Milk Company, and we get the special price, too. That is very nice.

Mario ShomanHayden Food Plus

I serve on the board to help out where I can, stay involved, and be a part of the success of our industry.”

“We need to promote membership so that the MIRA can prosper, and so that retailers are on the same page. Membership makes us stronger.

Joe NasharGrand River & Halstead Shell, Farmington MI

The community needs people with retail experience who can bring good ideas forward and keep retailers apprised of what’s going on in the marketplace.”

“More members will make us stronger as a group. That will increase our buying power to offer more discounts and will give us a stronger voice in Lansing, Columbus, and Washington.”

“MIRA membership comes at a minimal cost for benefits that can help your business achieve greater goals.

Brian YaldooHills Fine Wine & Spirits, West Bloomfield MI