UFCU Tabs New Regional Marketer
United Federal Credit Union's new Director of Regional Marketing is the first to admit that she LOVES to work. Knowing CEO Terry O'Rourke's desire to have a team filled with people like that, Coli Smith has probably
Trump Withdraws from TPP Pact
It certainly didn't take President Donald Trump long to begin to win over the domestic manufacturing sector. On his first official day on the job this morning the President met with domestic manufacturers and promptly signed an
WBC Offers Marketing Success Series
Anybody who is currently in business or has ever launched a new business learns pretty fast that there is not a whole lot of truth to the theory of "if you build it, they will come." True
Online Auction to Benefit Lakeshore Excellence
We all know that the amazingly mild weather of the past weekend is unlikely to continue for very long. This is, after all, Michigan and it's winter. The good news is once the snow and ice return
Setting the Stage for Ice Fest 2017
While there were thousands of comments on social media over the remarkably spring-like weather at the front end of this weekend, St. Joe Today organizers were just happy that this wasn't the weekend for their Magical Ice
SJ Kids Clothing Designer Hosts Charity Show
A St. Joseph woman who has developed her own successful online children's clothing and accessories business called Flyby Kids will share her success with the community by hosting a charity Flyby Kids Trunk Show at Fire &
Cornerstone's Cleveland Rated Top 50
Rob Cleveland has wasted little time in surging to the top of his game and it has not gone unnoticed. In fact, the affable President of Cornerstone Alliance has learned today that he is ranked among the
Upjohn Reports Cites Impact of Tourism
There's further proof that tourism strength in Berrien County continues to surge. The latest snapshot of the West Michigan economy from the W. E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research says that leisure and hospitality sectors in the county
New Strategic Promotions at UFCU
Nothing like launching the new year with a promotion. Just ask the four key management team members at United Federal Credit Union who are sporting shiny new badges and crisp new business cards thanks to their elevation
Berrien 15th Leading U.S. Location
What are the hottest American places for new and expanding businesses? That's the question posed by Area Development Magazine in their sixth annual search for the top spots nationwide. Short answer? Right here! While they admit that
Berrien YMCAs Officially Merging
They've been dating one another since last summer, and now…they're getting married. It's official, the YMCA organizations in Berrien County's two largest metropolitan areas are merging into a single organization after a six-month trial arrangement in the
MI Treasury Redesigns Online Biz
The myriad forms governments typically need from the world of business are frequently frustrating enough, but in its ongoing bid to become more business friendly and especially more user friendly, the Michigan Department of Treasury is streamlining
Key Meeting on Buchanan Promise Tonight
The excitement was palpable last summer when the Michigan Gateway Community Foundation and Buchanan Schools rolled out initial word about the amazing new Buchanan Promise. That excitement was certainly understandable given the fact that the news immediately
New Director Named for St. Joe Today
Members of the downtown promotion organization, St. Joseph Today will find a new face behind the desk at the agency's Welcome Center in the central business district…but for many it will be a familiar face, as well.
Horizon Signs 10-YR Branch Deal in GR
Horizon Bank continues to expand its horizons…announcing the site of its first full-tilt branch in Grand Rapids at 250 Pearl Street NW, targeted for opening next month. The Michigan City-based bank had previously opened a commercial lending
Speedway Hiring More Than 1,000 People
Following closely on the heels of the big three automaker's recent announcements regarding thousands of new jobs for Michigan and the nation, Speedway revealed today that they are looking to hire more than 1,000 employees across nine
Governor Wants 10-Million of Us by 2020
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder tonight presented his seventh State of the State address to the Legislature, outlining an accountable model for continuing strong economic growth and attracting new talent to Michigan. In fact, he wants to attract
New Group Battles Invasive Species
As innocent as that lily-pad flower looks, it is just one of nine specific species that are currently considered to pose a significant threat to the environmental health of Michigan's Great Southwest. It is the European Frog-Bit.
Milestone Celebration On Tap for Thornton's
The eclectic diner located at 613 Pleasant Street has been home to several colorful characters over the years from the Central Grill to Sharon's Food with a New Attitude…from Maxine's to the Port O' Call and Dockside
GM Announces 7,000 New Jobs
The New Year is turning out to be a robust one in the world of automotive manufacturing for Michigan and the nation, with news this time from General Motors who will invest an additional $1-billion in U.S.