Learn to Sew classes to be offered at Box Factory for the Arts
Learn to Sew classes to be offered at Box Factory for the Arts ST. JOSEPH, MI - Learn to Sew, a series of hands-on sewing classes by Tisha Sandberg, will focus on confidence-building machine and sewing skills for the absolute beginner. Classes will be held at the Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad Street. The four-week series will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday evenings, February 23, March 2, 9 and 16 in the Box Factory's third floor conference room.Activities will cover everything from the moment
Color & Sound choir concert at Lake Michigan College
Color & Sound choir concert at Lake Michigan College BENTON HARBOR, Mich. – The Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department invites the public to enjoy an evening of music and art when it presents the Color & Sound Choir Concert at 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 23, in the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Hanson Theatre on the Benton Harbor Campus. The multimedia performance will feature the LMC Vocal Chamber and LMC Concert Choir, both under the direction of Rebecca Derbas-Selvidge, in
SWM Regional Chamber Applauds Court of Appeals Ruling on Paid Sick Leave, Minimum Wage Laws
SWM Regional Chamber Applauds Court of Appeals Ruling on Paid Sick Leave, Minimum Wage Laws St. Joseph, MI - Last September, the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber, as part of the Small Business for a Better Michigan coalition, filed an amicus brief with the Michigan Court of Appeals urging them to reverse a lower court decision that found the 2018 enactment of Michigan’s paid sick leave and minimum wage laws unconstitutional. Today, the Chamber and their coalition partners are celebrating a
Lyons Industry, Inc. Donates $10,000 to Youth Solutions Fund the Future Campaign
Lyons Industry, Inc. Donates $10,000 to Youth Solutions Fund the Future Campaign DOWAGIAC, Mich. – It has been said that educating and supporting our youth is the best way to invest in a prosperous future. Lance Lyons, President of Lyons Industries, is a strong advocate of this belief and in Youth Solutions programs that equip youth with the skills to overcome barriers and succeed in education, employment, and life. This belief led him to donate $10,000 in support of their annual giving campaign Fund the
2022 SWMI Housing Market – Shrunken Inventory Slowed Sales Raised Prices
2022 SWMI Housing Market – Shrunken Inventory Slowed Sales Raised Prices ST. JOSEPH, MI – “From 2016 until 2020, the housing market in SWMI experienced a rush of peak sales and selling prices. At the end of 2020, the market had celebrated four straight years of peak prices and sales. In 2021, the COVID shutdown ended in April, and homebuyers swept up the available inventory. At the start of 2022, the inventory had shrunk to a historically low level of 1.9-months supply, and the year ended with
AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER FOUNDATION AWARDS $75,000 GRANT TO REVITALIZE BRIDGMAN’S TOTH STREET PARK PLAYGROUND
AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER FOUNDATION AWARDS $75,000 GRANT TO REVITALIZE BRIDGMAN’S TOTH STREET PARK PLAYGROUND BRIDGMAN, MICH. — The playground at Bridgman’s Toth Street Park will receive a much needed facelift, thanks to a $75,000 grant awarded from the American Electric Power (AEP) Foundation, upon the recommendation from Indiana Michigan Power (I&M). The city is intentionally incorporating universal design standards with accessibility in mind for a new, sizable single playscape to replace two smaller,
Amazon #1 Best Selling Artist Bryan Lubeck to perform acoustic Valentine’s Day concert at The Mendel
Amazon #1 Best Selling Artist Bryan Lubeck to perform acoustic Valentine’s Day concert at The Mendel Center BENTON HARBOR, MICH. - Billboard Critics’ Choice artist Bryan Lubeck brings his romantic and exhilarating Spanish guitar stylings to the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Hanson Theatre for a special Valentine’s Day acoustic concert on Tuesday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m. Accompanied by a violin, piano, saxophone, and percussion quartet, Lubeck’s performance will include a selection of his familiar
A WEEKEND OF FROSTY FUN DURING THE 2023 ICE FEST, FEBRUARY 3-5
A WEEKEND OF FROSTY FUN DURING THE 2023 ICE FEST, FEBRUARY 3-5 ST. JOSEPH, Mich. —St. Joseph Mich., is renowned as a four-season water wonderland with Lake Michigan and nearby rivers and inland lakes. But this time of year the city’s focus turns to frozen water during the 2023 Ice Fest presented by Silver Beach Pizza, February 3-5. Ice competitions, a Scavenger Hunt and Ice Interactives are just some of the reasons to bring family and friends to this frosty, fun-filled
Hungerford Nichols Announces Two New Shareholders
Hungerford Nichols Announces Two New Shareholders Grand Rapids, Mich., January. 19, 2023 – Hungerford Nichols CPAs + Advisors is pleased to announce the election of Stacy Mellema and Marc Sawyers to the position of Shareholder. “Stacy and Marc both have tremendous leadership skills and significant experience to serve our clients and the greater community with passion and integrity. They share the vision of our Shareholder group, and we are excited to have them as part of our leadership team,” says Tom
Edgewater Awarded $500K Grant from National Institute of Aging/NIH for Dementia Device
EDGEWATER SAFETY SYSTEMS RECEIVES NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH GRANT TO DEVELOP “MEMESTO” WEARABLE DEMENTIA THERAPY DEVICE Edgewater partners with Rush University Medical Center to study effects of wearable device in reducing agitation in dementia patients. The NIH/National Institute on Aging has awarded a $500,000 Phase I Small Business Innovation Research grant to Edgewater Safety Systems, a health and wellness division spun out of Edgewater Automation of St. Joseph, MI, to produce and supply
LMC Visual & Performing Arts students to perform during New Music Concert on Jan. 31
LMC Visual & Performing Arts students to perform during New Music Concert on Jan. 31BENTON HARBOR, Mich. – Aspiring songwriters and studio technicians will be in the spotlight during the New Music Concert presented by the Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department at 7 p.m., Tuesday, January 31. The free concert featuring LMC performing arts students takes place in the Mendel Center Hanson Theatre on the LMC Benton Harbor Campus, 2755 E. Napier Ave. Audience members will be treated to
Honor Credit Union Announces Application Opening of 2023 Scholarship
Honor Credit Union to Award 28 High School Seniors with $1,000 Scholarship BERRIEN SPRINGS, MICHIGAN- January 13, 2023— Honor Credit Union is excited to announce the kickoff of its 2023 Community Commitment Scholarship application. The application window is open for high school seniors from January 13- March 15, 2023. Honor Credit Union will award a $1,000 scholarship to 28 graduating high school or home school seniors. Each year, the Community Commitment Scholarship holds steadfast with the mission
Founder & CEO of GoldieBlox set to speak March 14 as part of The Economic Club of Southwestern Michigan Speaker Series
Event: Debbie Sterling, founder & CEO of GoldieBloxPart of The Economic Club of Southwestern Michigan Speaker Series and presented in partnership with the Southwest Michigan Regional ChamberWhen: 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 14, 2023Where: Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage 2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022Tickets: Mendel Center Box Office, 269-927-8700, option 1,
CHILI TOUR RETURNS TO DOWNTOWN ST. JOE, JANUARY 27
CHILI TOUR RETURNS TO DOWNTOWN ST. JOE, JANUARY 27 ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — Whether visitors like their chili mild or fiery hot, their chili-inspired desserts simply sweet or sweet and spicy, or toasty hot beverages, they will find more than 20 ways to chase away the chill during the return of the annual Chili Tour on January 27. The event takes place from 5:00p-8:00p in downtown St. Joe. Merchants and restaurants will offer samples of their favorite chili recipes in hopes of earning the People’s Choice Award
Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber Announces Business Recognition Awards Keynote Speaker
Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber Announces Business Recognition Awards Keynote Speaker St. Joseph, MI - The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber is pleased to announce the keynote speaker for the 2023 Business Recognition Awards Ceremony & Annual Meeting being held Friday, February 17, 2023, at Lake Michigan College Mendel Center’s Grand Upton Hall. Doors will open at 7:00 a.m. with the program beginning at 7:30 a.m. Steve Baker, President and Chief Operating Officer of Indiana Michigan Power, an AEP
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Harbor Country Chamber to Cut Ribbon During Section House Sneak Peek Event In Sawyer
Harbor Country Chamber to Cut RibbonDuring Section House Sneak Peek Event In Sawyer January 12, 2023 - Sawyer, MI. The newest wedding and event venue in Harbor Country® will make its premiere Thursday evening, January 12. Located within a renovated 100-year-old lumber yard building, Section House offers a unique and intimate experience for up to 200 guests. The Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the occasion by performing a ribbon cutting ceremony at 6:00 pm (EDT) during a Harbor Country
January 20 - Series 1 art exhibits open in Box Factory for the Arts galleries
CONTACT: Jane at Gallery@boxfactoryforthearts.org; Jon Hook and Andrea Peterson at Hookpotterypaper.com; Vineesha Rathnam (daughter of K.V. Rathnam) 269-757-1644 PHOTOS: Wood fired ceramic bowl by Jon Hook; Photosynthesis, paper art by Andrea Peterson; "I see the colors," abstract painting by K.V. Rathnam; Digital photo portrait of K.V. by Box Factory studio artist John OwenST. JOSEPH, MI – Materials from the natural world surrounding the Northwest Indiana home and studios of Jon Hook and Andrea Peterson
The Region IV Area Agency on Aging achieves accreditation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for Case Management for Long-Term Services and Supports
The Region IV Area Agency on Aging achieves accreditation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for Case Management for Long-Term Services and Supports St. Joseph, Mich. The Region IV Area Agency on Aging (RIV AAA) is pleased to share that it has received the highest accreditation status for Case Management for Long-Term Services and Supports from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). Earning NCQA’s 3-year Accreditation of Case Management for Long-Term Services and
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United Federal Credit Union Staff ‘Pay It Forward’ to Help Local Charities and Families Across Midwest
United Federal Credit Union Staff ‘Pay It Forward’to Help Local Charities and Families Across MidwestThe Ireland Road Branch in South Bend, Indiana donated to Angels in the AtticST. JOSEPH, Mich. – United Federal Credit Union (United) was pleased to donate more than $13,800 to 48 local families and organizations in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio as part of its 2022 Pay It Forward initiative.As part of Pay It Forward, United provided $20 to every employee to give to a needy individual, family, or organization
LMC Visual & Performing Arts Department announces Spring semester performances
LMC Visual & Performing Arts Department announces Spring semester performancesBENTON HARBOR, Mich. – The Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department has announced its schedule of student and faculty performances for the Spring 2023 semester. All events will be held on the LMC Benton Harbor Campus, 2755 E. Napier Ave. Jan. 14 MLK Choral Festival, Mainstage, Mendel Center, 3 p.m.Jan. 31 New Music Concert, Hanson Theatre, Mendel Center, 7 p.m.Feb. 15 Black
United Announces Key Leadership Promotions to Kickoff New Year
United Announces Key Leadership Promotions to Kickoff New Year ST. JOSEPH, Mich. – United Federal Credit Union (United) in St. Joseph, Michigan announced the promotion of two current employees to key leadership roles in 2023. The appointments include expanded roles at the credit union at the senior leadership level, and in the Midwest region. Kaylee Ganus, Chief Marketing Officer Kaylee Ganus has been promoted to the position of Chief Marketing Officer. In her new role, Ganus will continue to
GUARANTEED RATE HOSTS A WINTER GALA TO BENEFIT THE SMALL HOME FOR BIG CHANGE PROJECT FOR A LOCAL VET
GUARANTEED RATE HOSTS A WINTER GALA TO BENEFIT THE SMALL HOME FOR BIG CHANGE PROJECT FOR A LOCAL VETERANBenton Harbor, MI - January 4, 2023 – Guaranteed Rate of Southwest, MI is joining forces with Harbor Habitat for Humanity and NOBO Provisioning Center to provide safe, dignified, and affordable housing to a local veteran in our community.Grab a friend and join us on Friday, February 3, 2023, at Tosi’s Restaurant 4337 Ridge Road to celebrate what the power of the hammer and the faith of a mustard seed can
The Region IV Area Agency on Aging receives grant award from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund supporting launch of new community service, Integrated Care at Home
The Region IV Area Agency on Aging receives grant award from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund supporting launch of new community service, Integrated Care at Home St. Joseph, Mich. The Region IV Area Agency on Aging (RIV AAA) is pleased to share that the Michigan Health Endowment Fund (MHEF), through its capacity building program, has awarded the agency a $500,000 grant to support the implementation of a new community service, Integrated Care at Home. The Michigan Health Endowment Fund supports grants
Two Pianos. Two Players. Unbelievable fun. Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra hosts “Dueling Pianos” fundraiser
Two Pianos. Two Players. Unbelievable fun. Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra hosts “Dueling Pianos” fundraiser Mendel Center’s Grand Upton Hall, 1100 Yore Ave., Benton Harbor. Friday, January 27, 2023, at 7 pm St. Joseph, Michigan - Break up the winter blues by attending the ever popular Dueling Pianos fundraiser for the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra on Friday, January 27, 2023. Dueling Pianos is a live-wire comedy act where the audience is just as much a part of the show as the
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS INCLUDE MORE CAMPING
Riverside, Michigan, January 2, 2023: As the calendar turns past New Year’s Day and the holiday season is in our rear-view mirrors, now is the time to hunker down and get back to work, work, work. Right? Wrong! Like most people, our New Year’s tradition includes a time of reflection on evaluating the past and setting goals for the future. These goals can focus on our career, family relationships, or our physical and mental health. According to the Kampgrounds of America most recent monthly report, 87% of
ST. JOE WINTER BEER FEST RETURNS ON JANUARY 28, 2023
ST. JOE WINTER BEER FEST RETURNS ON JANUARY 28, 2023 ST. JOSEPH, MICH. — St. Joe Today invites everyone 21 years and older to come out of hibernation and meet friends at this lakeside destination during the 2023 St. Joe Winter Beer Fest. The event takes place on Saturday, January 28 from 12:00p-4:00p, outdoors, on the corner of Broad St. and Lake Blvd. in St. Joseph, Mich. Southwest Michigan is a year-round craft beer destination. “January in Michigan is a perfect time to celebrate the craft brew
