Michigan: This Could Be the Final Holiday Shopping Season for Sears and Kmart

Author Anne Erickson

November 27th, 2021 1:37 PM

Some of American’s longest-standing big box retailers have been struggling, and that means this could be the last Christmas for a few favorites. It’s just plain sad, if you ask me.

In fact, this could be the final holiday shopping season for Sears and Kmart, according to CNN Business.

When the two brands came together in 2005, they had 3,500 stores nationwide, according to CNN. Now, there are only 21 full-line Sears stores in the mainland U.S. and six Kmart stores. Experts think that number will go to zero sometime soon.

Michigan recently closed its final Kmart and Sears stores. I don’t think I’ve actually ever been to a Kmart, but I do have some great childhood portrait photos from Sears’ photography studio. It’s the end of an era, and, yes, it’s just plain sad.

Reasons We Love About Michigan in the Winter:

• Skiing, sledding and winter activities: As mentioned in the snow section of this post, if you love now, skiing and sledding, then Michigan is a great state to be in the winter. With so much of the white stuff, Michigan offers boundless opportunities to sled and ski all winter long.

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• Upper Peninsula fun: Plenty of people visit the Upper Peninsula during the warm months, but winter is also a great time to visit. You don’t have to fight the crowds, plus winter is extra beautiful Up North, thanks to all the fresh snow.

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• Winter fun with friends: Sure, the southern U.S. states avoid freezing cold temperatures, but what’s the fun of a fire pit in 70-degree weather? When it’s cold out, fire up the fire pit and invite friends over for a special experience.

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• Watching winter sports: Can we say, “Hockey?!” Michiganders love their Michigan sports, and hockey is right up there. Let’s hope the Red Wings deliver this season.

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• Snow: If you’re someone who loves snow, then boy, you’re in the right place. Michigan is full of the cold stuff in the winter. Snow can be beautiful and lends itself to plenty of fun winter activities.

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• Winter hiking: You never know what you’ll find during a Michigan winter hike. Perhaps some deer or a beautiful snow bank?

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• Watching wildlife: Michigan has some beautiful wildlife in the spring and summer months, but the state also offers a plethora of winter wildlife that’s fun to watch, from birds to deer.

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• Hot chocolate: Whether you like your hot chocolate with marshmallows or whipped cream (Marshmallows for me!), winter in Michigan is the perfect time to enjoy a nice, piping hot cup of hot cocoa. If that’s not your thing, coffee works, too!

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