(WWJ) -- As the state continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has issued a proclamation marking July 28-Aug. 4 as Buy Michigan Week.
The proclamation -- which encourages Michiganders to support local businesses -- is the latest move by the governor to help rejuvenate the state's economy in the wake of the pandemic and keep consumers' money in the Mitten.
"Michigan businesses have been resilient through the pandemic and I am committed to getting them the support they need as we continue Michigan's economic jumpstart," Whitmer said in a press release. "Buying local has never been more important as we continue to build up our economy stronger than ever. With each purchase made at a Michigan retailer, you can help keep more money in your community and improve your quality of life as we put Michigan back to work."
Whitmer and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist are encouraging all Michiganders to support the state's small and local businesses across all industries "this week and always," Gilchrist said.
"From shopping at a local boutique, to dining at a family-owned restaurant, there are countless ways to support Michigan businesses. Getting our economy back on track starts right here in our neighborhoods," GIlchrist said.
Whitmer last week launched the MI Small Business Summer tour to recognize the state's small businesses that "have shown resiliency throughout the COVID-19 pandemic."
Last week, Governor Whitmer kicked off the MI Small Business Summer tour to recognize Michigan's small businesses that have shown resiliency throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout the pandemic, the state's dozens of economic relief programs for businesses supported more than 25,000 companies and retained more than 200,000 jobs.
"With additional state revenues expected and billions of dollars in incoming federal funding, Michigan is in a strong position to make investments that can transform the landscape for small businesses," Whitmer's office said.
