Annual Whirlpool Appliance Sale is Back August 23 & 24 in St. Joseph, Benefiting United Way of Southwest Michigan
ST. JOSEPH, MI – The Whirlpool Appliance Sale will take place in-person and earlier this year Saturday, August 23 from 8am-4pm, and Sunday, August 24 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. This year’s sale is moving to the former Rosback building at 125 Hawthorne Ave in St. Joseph. The sale is open to the public and offers 300+ discounted Maytag, KitchenAid, JennAir and Whirlpool brand ovens, ranges, refrigerators, dishwashers, washers and dryers at significant savings. All major appliances are new with a full one-year
Bridgman CGA Secures $40,000 MEDC Grant to Propel Redevelopment Efforts in Bridgman
The Greater Bridgman Area Chamber and Growth Alliance (Bridgman CGA), an affiliate of the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber (SMRC), has played a pivotal role in helping the City of Bridgman secure a $40,000 grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). Bridgman City Manager Juan Ganum said the grant will support a vital update to the City’s Master Plan and improve local development processes—important steps in Bridgman’s pursuit of Redevelopment Ready Community (RRC)
2025 Cass County Kids Set to Receive Backpacks Filled with School Supplies from United Way of Southwest Michigan
CASS COUNTY, MI – United Way of Southwest Michigan is gearing up to ensure that every child in Cass County has the tools they need to succeed for the upcoming school year as part of School Supply Spectacular. The annual event is back for another year to provide free backpacks filled with essential school supplies to local students. Though registration for the event is now closed and all school supply recipient spots are filled, the media is still invited to cover this event. This year’s event will
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HYPE Returns: Shark Tank-Style Event to Empower Young Entrepreneurs in Southwest Michigan
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Jasmine Hansen Events Director jhansen@smrchamber.com https://smrchamber.com/hype/ (269) 932-4605HYPE Returns: Shark Tank-Style Event to Empower Young Entrepreneurs in Southwest MichiganEvent Set for Wednesday, November 19th at the Watermark Solarium in Stevensville FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 1st, 2025 SAINT JOSEPH, MI — The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber, in partnership with Emerge Innovation Hub, is proud to announce the return of HYPE –
Watermark Brewing Co. Hosts 9th Annual Watermark Classic Presented by Honor Credit Union
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Chris Mason Co-Founder / Business Maneuverer chris@watermarkbrewing.com www.watermarkbrewing.com (269) 930-0380Watermark Brewing Co. Hosts 9th Annual Watermark Classic Presented by Honor Credit UnionEvent to Benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Michigan FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 30th, 2025 STEVENSVILLE, MI — Watermark Brewing Co. is thrilled to announce its 9th Annual Golf Outing - The Watermark Classic - presented by longtime community
United Achieves SBA Preferred Lender Status and Strengthens Commitment to Small Businesses
United Achieves SBA Preferred Lender Status and Strengthens Commitment to Small Businesses ST. JOSEPH, Mich. – United Federal Credit Union (United) is proud to announce that it has been named a Small Business Administration (SBA) Preferred Lender, a designation that recognizes the credit union’s expertise and commitment to helping small businesses succeed. This prestigious status allows United to streamline the SBA loan process, offering faster decisions and more efficient service to business
NRC Reauthorizes Palisades Operating License in Historic First for U.S. Nuclear Industry
In a major milestone for the U.S. nuclear industry, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has formally approved Holtec’s request to transition the Palisades Nuclear Plant from decommissioning status back to an operating license. The NRC’s action reflects its thorough review of Palisades’ licensing basis under the agency’s existing regulatory framework, marking the first time a previously shut-down U.S. nuclear plant has received approval to return to operations. “This is a proud and historic moment
2025 SWMI & National June Housing Market Slips From Robust Sales in May
“Southwest Michigan’s housing market sales in June 2025 slipped from the gain in May but were 5 percent higher than a year ago. Homebuyers found selling prices to be significantly higher than in June 2024.” stated Luke Jeffries, Association Executive, Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS ® , Inc. Jeffries continued, “The number of houses sold in June increased 5 percent to 252 from 239 in June 2024. Year-to-date, the number of houses sold increased 4 percent (1,267 vs. 1,217).” The inventory of
Focused On Student Success, LMC Foundation Offering Scholarships For Free Textbooks To Recent High School Graduates Attending LMC
Focused On Student Success, LMC Foundation Offering Scholarships For Free Textbooks To Recent High School Graduates Attending LMC Benton Harbor, MI. - Thanks to the donors of the Lake Michigan College Foundation, recent high school graduates will have another barrier removed to ease their transition to higher education. The LMC Foundation will be covering the cost of textbooks for LMC students who qualify under the LMC Guarantee, a financial aid program for in-district high school students. “Study
Bricks & Minifigs®, the Saint Joseph one-stop shop to buy, sell, and trade all things LEGO®, will open August 2nd in the Southtown Center
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Fernanda Pineda Owner saintjoseph.mi@bricksandminifigs.com Bricks & Minifigs®, the Saint Joseph one-stop shop to buy, sell, and trade all things LEGO®, will open August 2nd in the Southtown Center FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 23, 2025 SAINT JOSEPH, MI - Bricks & Minifigs® is the largest franchised toy store of its kind specializing in the buying, selling and trading of new and used LEGO® sets, bulk bricks, and minifigures (“minifigs”). The store will be
Palisades Meets Key Regulatory Milestones and Makes Major Strides in Maintenance and Workforce Expansion to Ensure Timely Restart
Palisades Meets Key Regulatory Milestones and Makes Major Strides in Maintenance and Workforce Expansion to Ensure Timely Restart Holtec’s Palisades Nuclear Power Plant continues to move steadily toward restart, with major progress in physical refurbishment, Operator training, and positive feedback from independent nuclear industry reviewers. Our team remains on track to support a return to safe and reliable operations, pending
New Chamber Growth Alliance (CGA) Launches in Central Berrien County
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO ahavlicek@smrchamber.com New Chamber Growth Alliance (CGA) Launches in Central Berrien County Announces Robert "Bob" Jones, Inaugural Director FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 22, 2025 Berrien Springs, MI - This summer, Central Berrien County will begin receiving additional community and economic development services thanks to its newly established Chamber Growth Alliance (CGA). Powered by the Southwest Michigan Regional
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
