Midwest Independent Retailers Association

Our President/CEO Bill Wild was recently interviewed on WWJ 950, sharing the MIRA story. You can hear his spot daily talking about the history of the association.

Our 10th Annual Gala celebrating 115 years as an Association would NOT be possible without the generous donations and support of our sponsors. We are grateful to our Table Sponsors. Republic National Distributing Company Great Lakes Wine & Spirits Heartland Marketplace- Westland, MI ACC Oscar Larson Planet Propane USA 2 GO Quick Store Walters Shopping Place Wine Palace of Livonia, MI Elite Group Great Giant Foods Off the Wagon Market UNFI Borden Dairy

We truly appreciate the support of our sponsors for our 107th Annual Gala. Here is the list of our Specialty Sponsors Eastown Distributors Company as our Beer Sponsor Breeze Smoke at Casino Sponsor D&B Grocers Wholesale and Distributor Centerpiece Sponsor Reynolds with Cigar Sponsor The Coca-Cola Company Monster Energy Coat Check Sponsor Remy as our Cognac Sponsor Faygo Beverages, Inc /Sundance as Photo Sponsor Gallo as the Seltzer Sponsor High Noon SAAD WHOLESALE MEATS as our Silent Auction Sponsor Proximo Spirits as the Tequila Sponsor SpartanNash as the Valet Sponsor Tito's Handmade Vodka as Vodka Sponsor

MIRA Members and their employees who have chosen a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan health plan for their business are invited to learn about Blue Cross Uses Predictive Analytics to Reduce Costs, Create Better Health Outcomes for Members About 90% of people who have chronic kidney disease don’t know it. But through predictive analytics, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan can work with data and physicians to identify members and patients who are at risk for the disease. Predictive analytics builds complex models off a wide range of data points from member claims, demographics, social determinants, and medical records. Learn more about how Blue Cross is creating predictive models that identify health problems early, which results in earlier care and lower costs for patients and all members. If you would like to learn more about MIRA’s programs and benefits, please contact MIRA President Bill Wild at 248-671-9600 or [email protected]

Fantastic news for MIRA member, the Wine Palace of Livonia, MI being recognized on Hour Magazine's Best Wine Shop List is a great achievement. If you want to support them, you can cast your vote here. Cheers to The Wine Palace! https://lnkd.in/gT5hCpvc

???? Celebrate Fat Tuesday with MIRA Members' Paczki Delights! ???? It's that time of year again when indulgence takes center stage! Experience the joy of Fat Tuesday with a delicious Paczki from your neighbor independent retailer. These fluffy, sugary treats are more than just pastries—they're a celebration of tradition and community. ?? Variety Galore: From classic raspberry and custard to unique flavors like lemon and blueberry, there's a Paczki for every palate. ?? Convenience and Quality: Visit your local grocery or convenience store represented by MIRA and grab a pack of these festive delights. Support your community businesses while satisfying your sweet tooth. ?? Community Spirit: MIRA is proud to support the hardworking store owners and operators who bring these delicious treats to your table. Let's make this Fat Tuesday a memorable one by sharing the love with friends, family, and neighbors. ?? Share Your Moments: Don't forget to snap a pic of your Paczki feast and tag us with #MIRAPaczki! We'd love to see how you're celebrating. Let's make this Fat Tuesday the sweetest one yet! ????? #FatTuesday #Paczki #MIRA #CommunityFirst #SweetTreats

#MIRAMemberMonday Let's give a warm welcome to our newest MIRA member, Mike Stein, Farm Bureau Insurance! Located in Lansing, MI, Michael Stein and his team specialize in all forms of business insurance, including auto, life, and more. Whether you're looking for comprehensive coverage or tailored insurance solutions, they've got you covered. To learn more, contact Michael Stein at (517) 333-2060 or email [email protected].

? #FlashbackFriday to 1961! ? What a year for innovation and flavor! Here’s a blast from the past: ?? 'Boiling Bags' were a game-changer—talk about convenience! Just pop those frozen plastic packages into boiling water, and voila! ?? No more worries about gelling in your canned evaporated milk, thanks to a new method developed! ?? The Quaker Oats Company brought us the beloved 'Life' cereal, making breakfast time a little more exciting. ???? Coca-Cola Co. introduced 'Sprite' to take on 7-Up, giving us that refreshing lemon-lime goodness we still love today. ?? Julia Child's iconic book, 'Mastering the Art of French Cooking,' hit the shelves and transformed how Americans approached French cuisine. ?? Motown Records celebrated its first million-selling single with 'Shop Around' by The Miracles. Cheers to the innovations that still make our lives delicious! ?? #Throwback #1961 #Nostalgia #FoodHistory #MotownMagic #FridayFlashback How's that for a tasty trip down memory lane? ??

???? Exciting news! ???? A big congratulations to Geb Clarkston, a Sunoco Gas Station, for selling a winning Mega Millions ticket worth a million dollars! ???? MIRA couldn't be happier to see one of our own bringing such good fortune to a lucky customer. Stay tuned for more success stories and remember—your lucky day could be just a ticket away! ?? #MegaMillions #MillionDollarWinner #MIRA #Sunoco #WinningTicket #LuckyDay Detroit Free Press Michigan Lottery https://lnkd.in/gAHcP6CZ

?? Happy National Pistachio Day! ?? Celebrate this delicious day by grabbing a bag of these yummy green gems at your local grocery or convenience store. Pistachios aren't just a snack; they're a culinary secret weapon! ???? Why love pistachios? Distinct Flavor: That unique nutty taste is unmistakable! Gorgeous Color: Those lovely green and purple hues add a visual pop to any dish. Gentle Crunch: Perfect for adding texture to both sweet and savory recipes. From toasting them for salads and pasta dishes to adding them to desserts or breakfast cookies, these versatile nuts can do it all. And if you haven't tried Baklava, the heavenly Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dessert with layers of phyllo dough and pistachios soaked in syrup, you're missing out! Grab some pistachios today and get creative in the kitchen! ???? #NationalPistachioDay #YummyNuts #PistachioLove #BaklavaMagic What do you think? Ready to indulge in some pistachio goodness? ??????