2026 BUSINESS RECOGNITION AWARD NOMINATIONS & SPONSORSHIPS NOW OPEN
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Jasmine Hansen Events Director Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber jhansen@smrchamber.com2026 BUSINESS RECOGNITION AWARD NOMINATIONS & SPONSORSHIPS NOW OPEN Chamber Seeking Public Nominations for Individuals and Businesses October 30, 2025 ST. JOSEPH, MI – As 2025 comes to a close, the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber is inviting the public to nominate exceptional individuals and businesses who have made a meaningful impact in and around our community
Meeting the Moment for Food Assistance
On November 1, the federally funded Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, will be paused. The 23,000+ Berrien County residents who rely on these benefits to help feed their families will be in need. That’s why Berrien Community Foundation is calling on the community to donate food items at one of eight donation sites. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides over $3 million in food aid in Berrien County every month. Those dollars are spent at our local
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WILLOWBROOK FARMS OPENS PRE-ORDERS FOR PREMIUM PASTURE RAISED THANKSGIVING TURKEYS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Vanessa Frias Co-Owner/Co-Founder vanessa@willowbrookmi.com 574-386-7550 WILLOWBROOK FARMS OPENS PRE-ORDERS FOR PREMIUM PASTURE RAISED THANKSGIVING TURKEYS Pre-order now to guarantee your turkey and support Willowbrook Farms October 24, 2025 CASSOPOLIS, MI – Willowbrook Farms, the Cassopolis-based first-generation farm and proud recipient of the 2024 Cass County Farmer of the Year award, today announced the launch of its highly anticipated Thanksgiving
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Ribbon Cutting Celebration for New 18-Hole Disc Golf Course at Glassman Park
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Jasmine Hansen Events Director Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber jhansen@smrchamber.comRibbon Cutting Celebration for New 18-Hole Disc Golf Course at Glassman Park All are invited to join, Friday October 31st at 11:00am October 23, 2025 UNION PIER, MI – The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber and New Buffalo Township invite the community to celebrate the grand opening of the brand-new 18-hole disc golf course at Glassman Park (16680 Glassman Road Union
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Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber and Greater Niles Chamber Announce Historic Partnership
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber ahavlicek@smrchamber.com Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber and Greater Niles Chamber Announce Historic Partnership First-of-its-kind alignment strengthens regional collaboration and competitiveness October 22, 2025 NILES, MI – The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber and the Greater Niles Chamber have announced a formal partnership designed to strengthen regional collaboration, improve
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
