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RIBBON CUT ON HILDEBRAND FRUIT FARMS' NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART PACKING FACILITY IN BERRIEN SPRINGS
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO ahavlicek@smrchamber.com 269-932-4042 RIBBON CUT ON HILDEBRAND FRUIT FARMS' NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART PACKING FACILITY IN BERRIEN SPRINGS $4MIL Expansion Made Possible by MDARD Grant FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 16, 2026 ORONOKO TOWNSHIP, MI - Hildebrand Fruit Farms, a fourth-generation family farm and packing operation, welcomed community members, local officials, and business leaders to an open house and ribbon-cutting
Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber Endorses Southwest Michigan Regional Airport Millage Renewal
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO ahavlicek@smrchamber.com Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber Endorses Southwest Michigan Regional Airport Millage Renewal Chamber: SWMRA (KBEH): A Critical Asset for Health, Safety, Education, & Economic Growth FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 8, 2026 ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber (SMRC) today announced its formal endorsement of the 10-year millage renewal for the Southwest Michigan Regional
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Timeless Charm Meets Modern Luxury: St. Joe River Lodge Debuts in Buchanan
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Lisa Alford Owner St Joe River Lodge lisa@stjoeriverlodge.com TIMELESS CHARM MEETS MODERN LUXURY: ST. JOE RIVER LODGE DEBUTS IN BUCHANAN Community invited to attend the official ribbon cutting on August 20 at 5:30 PM FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 8, 2026 Buchanan, MI — The community is invited to celebrate the official grand opening of St. Joe River Lodge with a Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber ribbon-cutting ceremony and a Niles Chamber Third
Enrollment open for Lake Michigan College fall 2026 Extended Education courses
Lake Michigan College's Extended Education program is offering an extensive lineup of fall classes designed for career advancement, skill building, and personal enrichment. Courses are offered at the College’s Benton Harbor and South Haven campuses and at the Allegan Tech Center, as noted. Registration is required for all classes, and space is limited. CDL-A TruckingMultiple sessions offered – visit www.lakemichigancollege.edu/extended-education/cdl for dates$5,200 | LMC South Haven CampusThree-week
Attention Is the New Currency: Smart Ways Small Brands Earn It and Keep It
Modern consumers scroll fast, decide faster, and remember little — unless you give them a reason to stop. For startups and small businesses, that means every second of attention must count. This guide unpacks practical, non-gimmicky strategies to attract, convert, and retain time-pressed customers while building long-term trust. TL;DR If you only have 30 seconds: Lead with clarity and empathy, not complexity. Make your first impression friction-free — one click, one message, one
St. Joseph, MI Businesses: How to Respond to the CTA, BOI and FinCEN Now
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines
Regional Chamber’s HYPE Pitch Competition Fuels Dreams for Young Entrepreneurs
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO info@smrchamber.com 269-932-4042 Regional Chamber’s HYPE Pitch Competition Fuels Dreams for Young Entrepreneurs November 21, 2024 Stevensville, MI – Southwest Michigan’s brightest entrepreneurial talent gathered at the Watermark Solarium last night for the debut of HYPE – Highlighting Young Professional Excellence. Hosted by the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber in partnership with the Emerge Innovation Hub, this dynamic
