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Buchanan Boat Launch Reconstruction Project Funded by Michigan DNR Grant
The City of Buchanan announced today that it has received a $230,000 grant award from the Michigan DNR Natural Resources Trust Fund for the construction of a new boat launch at Riverfront Park on the St. Joseph River in Buchanan. According to the DNR website, the Buchanan grant application scored the 3rd highest in the State of Michigan out of 105 development applications submitted. The award comes on the heels of last year's submittal that was awarded $230,000 for an ADA-accessible kayak launch at
Full Circle Café & Espresso Bar Announces Farewell Open House and Retail Day
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Sarah Spoonholtz sspoonholtz@smrchamber.com 269-932-4040Full Circle Café & Espresso Bar AnnouncesFarewell Open House and Retail Day Come say goodbye, Sunday December 22nd December 16, 2024 Stevensville, Michigan – After eight and a half years in business Full Circle Café and Espresso Bar has announced their last day in business will be Sunday, December 22nd. Owners Jayme and Ryan Bendoski invite friends, customers, and the community to join them for a
JUST ANNOUNCED: European Royal Classical Ballet presents Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake coming to the LMC M
European Royal Classical Ballet presents Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake coming to the LMC Mendel Center March 30, 2025 BENTON HARBOR, MICH. – European Royal Classical Ballet will bring Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake to Southwest Michigan for one performance only at the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Jenkins Theatre in Benton Harbor at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 30. Tickets are on sale now for this newly added special engagement. Swan Lake tells a timeless tale of romance and transformation. Set to Tchaikovsky's iconic
SOUTH BEND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO DELIVER 2600 TEDDY BEARS TO CHILDREN IN AREA HOSPITALS
South Bend International Airport’s (SBN) thirteenth annual Bears in the Air program is providing more than 2600 teddy bears to children in five area hospitals. The bears will be delivered by SBN’s CEO & Executive Director Mike Daigle and SBN team members December 18-20, 2024, to Saint Joseph Mishawaka & Plymouth Medical Centers, Beacon Children’s Hospital, Elkhart General Hospital, and Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital. Media is invited to the following deliveries: Wednesday, December 18:9:00
2025 Business Recognition Award Nominations Now Open
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO info@smrchamber.com 269-932-4042 2025 Business Recognition Award Nominations Now Open Chamber Seeking Public Nominations for Individuals and Businesses December 10, 2024 St. Joseph, MI – As 2024 draws to a close, the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber is looking for outstanding individuals and businesses who have made an impact in and around our community over the last year for their 2025 Business Recognition Awards.
Lincoln Township Public Library Announces Re-Opening Celebration
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO info@smrchamber.com 269-932-4042 Lincoln Township Public Library Announces Re-Opening Celebration Ribbon Cutting Set for December 14th December 9, 2024 Stevensville, MI - After an extensive renovation, the Lincoln Township Public Library is set to officially reopen on Saturday, December 14th at 10:00 a.m. The ribbon cutting, hosted by the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber, will welcome the community back to the Library.
Lake Michigan College recognized as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting
Lake Michigan College recognized as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting BENTON HARBOR, MICH. - The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) has recognized Lake Michigan College as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting. The initiative highlights colleges and universities for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation. LMC joins 471 colleges and universities honored for completing four core actions: Participating in the ALL IN
**New Date!!** AJ's Uptown Relaunches as The Garage on Ferry Street
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO info@smrchamber.com 269-932-4042 Greetings! After much consideration, owners Rick Moreci and William Ranick have decided to postpone the ribbon cutting until Monday, December 9th at 6:00 p.m. The public relaunch party on Friday, December 6th will still happen at 9:00 p.m. Updated Schedule of Events: Public Grand Reopening Celebration:Date: December 6th, 2024Time: 9:00 p.m. VIP Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Details:New Date:
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Greater Bridgman Area Chamber & Growth Alliance Announces Holiday Village - December 14th
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Nancy Kiernan CGA Director 269-285-2152 nkiernan@bridgmancga.org Downtown Bridgman to Welcome Holiday Village December 14th December 2, 2024 Bridgman, Michigan – In what can easily be described as a Norman Rockwell Christmas event, Bridgman’s Holiday Village is set to once again transform the downtown into a day of family fun on Saturday, December 14th. The event, which is organized and orchestrated by the Greater Bridgman Area Chamber & Growth Alliance, an
AJ's Uptown Relaunches as The Garage on Ferry Street
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO info@smrchamber.com 269-932-4042 AJ's Uptown Relaunches as The Garage on Ferry Street Ribbon Cutting & Relaunch Parties Set for December 5th & 6th December 2, 2024 Berrien Springs, MI - After years of service to the community, AJ’s Uptown Bar & Grill is embracing a bold new chapter in its rich history. On Thursday, December 5th, at 5:00 p.m. a special VIP Relaunch and rebrand of AJ’s Uptown Bar & Grill to The Garage on Ferry
The Greater Southwest Chapter of Credit Unions Donate $9,000 to Michigan Food Pantries
The Greater Southwest Chapter of Credit Unions Donate $9,000 to Michigan Food Pantries SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN, NOVEMBER 25, 2024--On behalf of the Greater Southwest Chapter of Credit Unions, area credit unions are proud to donate a total of $9,000 to support three Michigan food pantries this holiday season. Each organization will receive $3,000 to help provide essential resources and nutritious meals to local families in need. The three recipient organizations are: Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes
