Cornerstone Alliance Welcomes Greg King ?as Director of Economic Development
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Christina Frank P: (269) 757-0291 cfrank@cstonealliance.org April 15, 2025 Cornerstone Alliance Welcomes Greg King as Director of Economic Development Benton Harbor, MI – April 15, 2025 – Cornerstone Alliance, the lead economic development organization for Berrien County, Michigan, proudly welcomes Greg King, MPA as its Director of Economic Development. King joins the organization’s Economic Development Department, which is focused on business attraction,
SOUTH BEND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AND LOCAL OFFICIALS TO CUT RIBBON ON CONSOLIDATED QUICK TURNAROUND FACILITY
South Bend International Airport (SBN) will unveil its $7.3 million Consolidated Quick Turnaround (QTA) Facility on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. with a celebratory ribbon cutting. The new QTA allows SBN’s rental car operators to perform back of house services in a consolidated, modern facility in proximity to the rental car parking lot.With automated car washes, four detail bays, four service bays, and a 10,000-gallon fuel farm, the QTA provides Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and National with
Cornerstone Alliance Launches Plan to Boost Berrien County Growth
Cornerstone Alliance has officially launched its 2025 Strategic Action Plan, a focused and action-oriented blueprint designed to expand economic opportunity, strengthen communities, and enhance development throughout Berrien County. Approved by the Board of Directors on March 18, this plan reflects the vision of newly appointed President & CEO Marla Schneider and marks a significant step toward a more coordinated and impactful approach to regional development.“Cornerstone Alliance has been a trusted part of
Fresh Décor To Unveil Exciting Updates, Community Invited to Ribbon Cutting Celebration on April 15t
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO info@smrchamber.com 269-932-4042 Fresh Décor To Unveil Exciting Updates Community Invited to Ribbon Cutting Celebration on April 15th For Immediate Release: April 9, 2025 Benton Harbor, MI – Fresh Décor is thrilled to invite the community to a special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating recent updates to its showroom and services. The event, hosted by the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber, will take place on Tuesday,
Chikaming Township Rallies Support for Kohn Park: A Place for Music, Memory, and Connection
Chikaming Township Rallies Support for Kohn Park: A Place for Music, Memory, and Connection Sawyer, MI — April 8, 2025 – Chikaming Township is launching a crowdfunding campaign to support the final phase of fundraising for Kohn Park, a vibrant new public space coming to the heart of Sawyer. The campaign, hosted on Patronicity, seeks to raise $75,000 from community supporters—funds that will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) through the Public Spaces
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Major Residential Development Unveiled in Lincoln Charter Township
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO info@smrchamber.com 269-932-4042 Major Residential Development Unveiled in Lincoln Charter Township Lincoln Charter Township Planning Commission Takes First Steps Toward Approving 200-Unit Residential Development to Address Housing Shortage April 8, 2025 Lincoln Charter Township, Mich - Great Lakes Capital, a real estate firm based in South Bend, Ind., has proposed a 200-unit residential development on the long-vacant
Palisades Restart Forges Ahead with Several Key Milestones Achieved
The Palisades restart remains on track, with the project progressing seamlessly on schedule and on budget, underpinned by strong safety and quality assurance metrics. Recent milestones achieved in operations, workforce development, regulatory approvals, and site preparations give credence to our mission to re-power the plant on the established schedule. A major milestone in the Palisades restart journey was reached with the Company securing full accreditation for its Operations Training programs. In a
Lake Michigan College to Host Future Fair on April 16 Event to Connect Local Employers Can Connect with Students, Graduates, and Job Seekers
Lake Michigan College to Host Future Fair on April 16Event to Connect Local Employers Can Connect with Students, Graduates, and Job Seekers BENTON HARBOR, MICH. – Lake Michigan College will host its annual Future Fair on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in L310 in the Main Building on the Benton Harbor Campus at 2755 E. Napier Ave., Benton Harbor. The Future Fair offers local employers a unique opportunity to connect directly with motivated job seekers, including students
The Pillar Center Open House The Man Behind the Dad, The Strength Behind the Family
The Pillar Center Open HouseThe Man Behind the Dad, The Strength Behind the Family The Pillar Center Open House: The Man Behind the Dad Date: May 8, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM Location: The Pillar Center, 204 W Main Street, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 Join us for an inspiring Open House at The Pillar Center, where we celebrate The Man Behind the Dad—because strong fathers build strong families! What to Expect: Learn About Our Programs – Discover resources like The Dad Playbook, and health & wellness
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Wightman Announces New Ownership Members and Shareholder Promotions
Media ContactNicollette Cardwell, Director of MarketingWightmanP: 248.985.7711 | C: 517.914.1311Email: ncardwell@gowightman.com Wightman Announces New Ownership Members and Shareholder Promotions Benton Harbor, Mich.—Wightman, a full-service architecture, civil engineering, and surveying firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of four new associates to its ownership program. This strategic decision underscores the company's dedication to developing and rewarding talent while creating a robust
United Federal Credit Union Welcomes Two New Directors to its Growing Commercial Lending Team
United Federal Credit Union Welcomes Two New Directors to its Growing Commercial Lending Team ST. JOSEPH, Mich. – United Federal Credit Union (United) has hired Amanda Anderson as Director of Commercial Treasury and Merchant Solutions, and Paul Campisi as Director of Commercial Credit Delivery. These two new roles will support United’s growing commitment to its Commercial Lending team. “We are thrilled to have Amanda and Paul’s expertise added to the team,” said Renee Johnson, Chief Commercial
First Michigan Section of The Marquette Greenway is Complete!
First Michigan Section of The Marquette Greenway is Complete! April 3, 2025 (New Buffalo, MI) A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. EDT to celebrate the opening of the first completed Michigan portion of the Marquette Greenway in New Buffalo City and New Buffalo Township. This event will take place at the Trailhead at Smith and Mechanic Streets in downtown New Buffalo (rain location is New Buffalo City Hall). The public is welcome, and coffee and donuts will be
Honor Credit Union Helps Members Through Homebuyer Assistance Program
Honor Credit Union Announces Participation in Launch – Down Payment Assistance Program BERRIEN SPRINGS, MICHIGAN— March 28, 2025—Honor Credit Union is excited to announce its participation in the Launch – Down Payment Assistance program, an initiative designed to help first-time homebuyers achieve their dream of homeownership. This annual program, offered in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis (FHLBank Indianapolis), provides financial assistance of up to $20,000 in
2025 SWMI & National February Housing Market Sales Slipped, Inventory Grows, Selling Prices Increase, and the Mortgage Rate Drops
“The local housing market sales slipped in February from a robust start in January (152 vs. 173). The average selling price for houses in February dropped 1.5 percent from that in January ($410,203 vs. $416,393). The year started with an elevated inventory, and in February the inventory increased 18 percent from February 2024,” stated Luke Jeffries, Association Executive, Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®, Inc. Jeffries continued, “In February 2025, the market ended with an inventory
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St. Joseph's Newest Eatery Brookies Cafe Opens Thursday
In two years, Jake and Brooke Arnold have expanded their business to include not one but five different restaurants in Southwest Michigan. The latest one being Brookies Café in downtown St. Joseph, which is set to open on Thursday, March 27th at 8:00 a.m. The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber will host a special ribbon cutting celebration on opening day at 10:00 a.m. with the ribbon cutting itself to take place promptly at 10:15 a.m. Brookies Café’s new St. Joseph location marks the second for that
