Southwest Michigan Dermatology Welcomes Dr. Brittany Valk, D.O
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Jennifer Pugh, RMA Aesthetics & Marketing Coordinator jpugh@swmderm.com 269-321-SKIN (7546) ext. 450Southwest Michigan Dermatology Welcomes Dr. Brittany Valk, D.O Dr. Valk will begin seeing patients Monday, May 19, 2025 April 10, 2025 St Joseph, Michigan – Southwest Michigan Dermatology, a renown regional dermatology practice, is excited to announce Dr. Brittany Valk, D.O. is joining its team of specialists in their St. Joseph office location. As the
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
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
Last Call for MAAC 2025 Artists!
The MAAC is a local, juried, fine art exhibition designed to recognize, foster, and reward excellence of artists in southwestern/western Michigan and northern Indiana. The popular, multimedia exhibit, “MAAC in the Box,” is held at the Box Factory for the Arts with support from members, area businesses and corporate sponsors. Entrants who are residents of the following counties will be given preference: Allegan, Berrien, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph, Van Buren, Barry, Kent, Ottawa and Muskegon
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
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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
Cornerstone Alliance Welcomes Noell Stohler as Investor Relations Manager
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Christina Frank P: (269) 757-0291 cfrank@cstonealliance.org April 2, 2025 Cornerstone Alliance Welcomes Noell Stohler as Investor Relations Manager Benton Harbor, MI – April 2, 2025 – Cornerstone Alliance, the lead economic development organization for Berrien County, Michigan, is excited to announce the hiring of Noell Stohler as its new Investor Relations Manager. In this role, Noell will report directly to Executive Vice President, Christina Frank and will
ACCOMPLISHED AREA ARTISTS ‘FACE OFF’ AT LIVE PORTRAIT EVENT WITH MUSIC, COCKTAILS & SILENT AUCTION
ACCOMPLISHED AREA ARTISTS ‘FACE OFF’ AT LIVE PORTRAIT EVENT WITH MUSIC, COCKTAILS & SILENT AUCTION ST. JOSEPH, MI – Watch as 15 skilled artists from our community paint or draw from live models during this ‘decades’ themed event. Listen to live music, have a craft beverage, and even bid on the final artwork. The public is invited to the Face Off: A Live Portrait Event on Friday, May 2, 6 to 9 p.m., at the Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad St. in St. Joseph, MI. A cash bar and
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
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A Journey of American Voices: Collaborative choir concert explores American choral music
BENTON HARBOR, MICH. – The Lake Michigan College choral ensembles, along with several guest vocal groups, will pay tribute to American music during A Journey of American Voices at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 16, on the LMC Mendel Center Jenkins Theatre stage. The concert will explore American music’s rich tapestry, spanning from the earliest roots in traditional folk music, camp songs, and gospel to the vibrant landscapes of jazz, musical theatre, and blues. The performance will showcase the depth and diversity
Honor Credit Union Proudly Welcomes Kelly Williams as Niles Member Center Manager
Honor Credit Union Welcomes Kelly Williams as Niles Member Center Manager DOWAGIAC, MICHIGAN – March 20, 2025 – Honor Credit Union is excited to announce that Kelly Williams has joined the team as the new Niles Member Center Manager. In her new role, Kelly will focus on delivering exceptional financial services to Honor’s members while continuing to build strong community connections in the Niles area. Kelly brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having spent seven years with United
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Rock/Pop & Jazz Concert presented by the LMC Visual & Performing Arts Department
Rock favorites and jazz grooves on tap during Spring LMC music ensemble concert BENTON HARBOR, Mich. – The senses will be sent on a musical journey when the Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department presents the Rock/Pop and Jazz Band Concert at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 9. The concert will be held in the LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre. Tickets are not required for this free general admission event. Groups providing the evening’s entertainment are the LMC Rock/Pop Ensemble directed by Don
Wightman Wins Surveying Conceptor Award for Elkhart Project
Wightman Wins Surveying Honorable Conceptor Award for Elkhart Project Benton Harbor, Mich.— Wightman was recently recognized with a Surveying Honorable Conceptor Award at the American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan (ACEC/Michigan) 2025 Engineering and Surveying Excellence Awards Gala, held on March 8 at the Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Museum in Portage, Michigan. The full-service consulting firm received the award for its Elkhart Hydroelectric Dam Flowage Lands Mapping project for
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
