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The Grant Hotel & McCollum’s Restaurant & Bar Host Ribbon-Cutting Celebration in Buchanan
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Cami Bowling Managing Partner info@thegranthotels.comThe Grant Hotel & McCollum’s Restaurant & Bar Host Ribbon-Cutting Celebration in Buchanan Join in the Celebration August 26th, 4:00-6:00PM Buchanan, MI – The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber, in partnership with the Buchanan Area Chamber, invites the community to join us Tuesday, August 26th from 4:00–6:00 p.m. for a ribbon-cutting celebration at The Grant Hotel and McCollum’s Restaurant & Bar in
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Southwest Michigan Dermatology Welcomes Dr. Brittany Valk with St. Joseph Open House Event
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 with St. Joseph Open House Event Join Us on August 19th, 4:00-6:00pm August 14, 2025 St. Joseph, MI — Southwest Michigan Dermatology is proud to welcome board-certified dermatologist Dr. Brittany Valk, D.O. to its St. Joseph office, marking an exciting expansion of full-time care for patients
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DOWNTOWN ST. JOE SIDEWALK SALES AND LOVE LOCAL WEEKEND, AUGUST 15-17
St. Joe Today invites the community to shop locally during Downtown St. Joe Sidewalk Sales held Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16 from 10:00a-5:00p. Shoppers will enjoy exploring outdoor sales and displays throughout downtown during this special event. Participating locations include: DK Boutique, G&M Variety, Glik’s, Grins of St. Joseph, Harbor Town Interiors, Infusco Coffee, Lana’s Boutique, Lazy Ballerina Winery, Lee & Birch, Oh My Darlings, Olive Cart, Perennial Accents, St. Joe Community
Johnny L. Ford Shares His Life-Changing Struggle to Keep His Family’s Home
Johnny L. Ford knows what it’s like to face hard times. After the stock market crash of 2008, he and his wife, Jeanne, both lost their jobs and were faced with the possibility of losing their beloved Benton Harbor home. Johnny detailed their struggle through—and eventual emergence from—the recession and foreclosure crisis in his memoir, “There’s No Place Like Home: A Year in Foreclosure.” Johnny will bring his inspiring story to the stage at the Box Factory for the Arts on Saturday, August 23, from 7-9
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Berrien County Cancer Service Announces Appointment of Tyanna Essig as Executive Director, Succeeding 13-Year Leader of the organization, Nancy Church, RN.
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Tyanna Essig, President/CEO Berrien County Cancer Service 269-429-3281 tyanna@bccancerservice.org Berrien County Cancer Service Announces Appointment of Tyanna Essig as Executive Director, Succeeding 13-Year Leader of the organization, Nancy Church, RN FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 29th, 2025 Saint Joseph, MI — The Berrien County Cancer Service, dedicated to providing compassionate in-home skilled nursing care and supportive resources for individuals
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
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
