Greater Bridgman Area Chamber & Growth Alliance Welcomes Ace Hardware to Lake Charter Township
The Greater Bridgman Chamber & Growth Alliance (BCGA) is pleased to announce that Ace Hardware will soon open a new location in the Greater Bridgman area. The store will be in Lake Charter Township at the corner of Shawnee and Gast Roads, occupying the former Rite Aid building in the same shopping center as Harding’s Family Friendly Market. The CGA began collaborating with the building’s owner shortly after the property became vacant, actively identifying potential tenants who would bring value to the
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DRIVE & SHINE CELEBRATES NEW STEVENSVILLE LOCATION WITH A RIBBON CUTTING
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Luke Schrock Media Specialist Drive & Shine 574-277-8877 X 1019 lschrock@driveandshine.com DRIVE & SHINE CELEBRATES NEW STEVENSVILLE LOCATION WITH A RIBBON CUTTING Join us Thursday, December 11th— 11:00AM STEVENSVILLE, MI — Drive & Shine, a leader in convenient, high-quality car care services since 1997, is proud to announce the official ribbon cutting of its new Stevensville location at 5000 Red Arrow Hwy. The event will take place on Wednesday, December
Comcast Business Unveils New Connectivity Solutions for Small Businesses
Comcast Business Unveils New Connectivity Solutions for Small BusinessesComcast Business is keeping small businesses connected and protected for the holiday season and beyond with new offerings that deliver faster speeds, greater reliability, and intelligent cybersecurity. Learn more about the new suite of powerful solutions and upgrades: https://corporate.comcast.com/press/releases/comcast-business-unveils-powerful-suite-solutions-upgrades-american-small-businesses
Regional Chamber Honors and Celebrates the 2025 HYPE Winners
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Jasmine Hansen Events Director jhansen@smrchamber.com 269-932-4605 Regional Chamber Honors and Celebrates the 2025 HYPE Winners November 20, 2025 Stevensville, MI – Southwest Michigan’s brightest entrepreneurial talent gathered at the Watermark Solarium last night for the second annual HYPE – Highlighting Young Professional Excellence. Hosted by the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber in partnership with the Emerge Innovation Hub, this dynamic event
The Recovery Den Grand Opening Set for November 22nd
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Jazmine Tuck Manager, Operations and Marketing The Recovery Den jazmine.tuck@recoveryden.com THE RECOVERY DEN GRAND OPENING SET FOR NOVEMBER 22ND Stevensville's Newest Business Opening Inside the Village Square November 19th, 2025 STEVENSVILLE, MI – Downtown Stevensville’s Village Square is gaining another business with the grand opening of The Recovery Den on Saturday, November 22nd at 2650 John Beers Rd.. Owned by
Bridgman's Holiday Village Returns December 6th
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Nancy Kiernan Bridgman CGA Director 269-285-2152 NKiernan@BridgmanCGA.org Bridgman's Holiday Village Returns December 6th November 18, 2025 Bridgman, Michigan – On Saturday, December 6th downtown Bridgman will be transformed into the ultimate Christmas destination with the return of the beloved Holiday Village. This event, is organized and orchestrated by the Greater Bridgman Area Chamber & Growth Alliance (Bridgman CGA), an affiliate of the Southwest
HYPE is proud to announce the contestant finalists, come support them on November 19th at the Solarium by Watermark
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Jasmine Hansen Events Director jhansen@smrchamber.com 269-932-4605 MEET THE 2025 HYPE CONTESTANTS HYPE is proud to announce the contestant finalists, come support them on November 19th at the Solarium by Watermark November 13, 2025 Saint Joseph, MI - On August 1st, the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber, announced the return of HYPE – Highlighting Young Professional Excellence, a Shark Tank-style pitch competition that gives early-stage business owners
Cook Plant Foundation Awards $50,000 Grant to Support ''Salute the Troops Playground'' at Bridgman Ame
The Greater Bridgman Area Chamber and Growth Alliance (BCGA) is proud to announce that the Cook Plant Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant in support of the Salute the Troops Playground, a new military service-themed community park to be developed at the Bridgman American Legion Post 331. The Salute the Troops Playground is designed to honor local veterans and active-duty service members while providing a safe, inclusive, and engaging recreational space for families throughout the Bridgman area. The
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
