Press Releases

10/17/11

The Niles Service League was formed in 1934 by a group of women who found the calling to help school aged children in the Niles and Buchanan area.  Each year new women are recruited to help continue serving the children in our community. 100% of the money raised by the Service League goes to helping the community. There are NO salaries, administration fees, or other things that divert money from the needs of the local people who need our help!  One main area we have found a great need is with our School Liaison Program.  Through this program we supply school aged children with clothing, school supplies and eye glasses when needed and requested.  With the economy as it has been in the last 3 years, we have had increased request for many items.  Some of our immediate needs are; unisex sweat pants that range from a child size 5 up to 14/16, underwear for child sizes 4 to 12 (girls and boys), socks for shoe sizes child 10 up to a 8 in men, khaki pants for child size 5 up to size 14, boots in toddler sizes 11, 12, 13 and children sizes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and adult sizes 6, 7, 8.  One big need is coats in children sizes 5 to 16 for both boys and girls. It seems every year we also have several requests for warm hats and gloves in all sizes.  We cannot do this without the help of donations.  We need these items as well as monetary donations to cover the eye exam and glass requests.  If you are able to help in any way we would appreciate any donation, as it all helps us achieve our goal of making sure no child has to go without the basic needs to do well in school.  School is hard enough for children without the worry of clothing or a coat for warmth.  We thank you for your help!

Most Sincerely,

~The Ladies of Niles Service League

Several local companies have partnered up with the Niles, Service League during their yearly "drives" such as the holiday "adopt a family" program.

One company, Delta Industrial Valves, Inc. of Niles and it's employees are VERY active in the "adopt a family" program, and they are issuing a challenge to all local businesses to try to "out-donate" them this holiday season!

If you are interested in getting involved with the Service League, or in donating or taking Delta up on it's challenge, please contact Ann Moore at carrera6@comcast.net or 269- 684-8057.

Nonpareil in Buchanan on Labor Day Weekend!

August 17, 2011

PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Shelley Klug, Executive Director

Southwestern Michigan Economic Growth Alliance

269-683-1833

southwesternalliance@gmail.com

Southwestern Michigan Economic Growth Alliance Holds 28^th Annual Meeting

Niles, Michigan. The Southwestern Michigan Economic Growth Alliance held their annual meeting Wednesday, April 20 at Fernwood Botanical Gardens in Niles.  President Dominick Saratore announced the winners of the President’s Business Award and the President’s Individual Award.  These awards are presented to recognize those who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to the community and support of economic development.  In recognition of their company’s growth, achievement, and employee development, the President’s Business Award went to Delta Industrial Valves.  In recognition of his outstanding and lifelong commitment to supporting economic development in the Greater Niles Community, the President’s Individual Award was given to Mr. Jerry French of French Paper Company.  Certificates of appreciation were also awarded to manufacturers who had made personal and real property investments through their expansion projects in the community in 2010. 

Following the formal vote to accept new board members and officers, Executive Director, Shelley Klug presented the 2010 Annual Report highlighting the activities of the Southwestern Alliance including reports on new projects, company expansions, and prospects.  Klug expressed her appreciation of companies who choose to say “Yes Michigan” and noted that the strength of the community is based on the commitment of companies who locate and grow close to home.

Those attending were able to hear the insider perspectives from community leaders representing healthcare, education, manufacturing, and energy and were then able to participate in discussion with panel members.  Panel members included Dr. Loren Hamel, President of Lakeland Healthcare, Dr. Richard Weigel, Superintendent of Niles Community Schools, Michael Dreher, Chairman of Modineer Company, and Bill Schalk, Communications Manager for Indiana Michigan Power’s Cook Nuclear Plant.

The Southwestern Michigan Economic Growth Alliance has provided economic development support to communities in southern Berrien County since 1982.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 20, 2010

Contact:

Shelley Klug, Executive Director

Southwestern Michigan Economic Growth Alliance, Inc. and the Berrien County Manufacturers Council

269-683-1833

southwesternalliance@gmail.com

Berrien County Manufacturers Council Sponsors A Harbor Shores Golf Outing

Members of the Berrien County Manufacturers Council are inviting manufacturers, partners, and guests to a golf outing on the new Harbor Shores golf course.  This outing is planned for golfing fun and offers the option of participating in a golf scramble, or just bringing your foursome for a great game of golf.  This is not a fundraiser and there are no other planned activities – just a great day on the area’s finest new course.  Manufacturers can feel free to use this opportunity to entertain customers or suppliers.

The event is scheduled for September 23, 2010.  Reservations are required and space is limited so please contact the BCMC by August 27, 2010 to reserve your spot and to get more details. If you don’t have a foursome but want to participate, we have a list and will help you get a group together.  Please call Joe Sobieralski at 269-683-1833 or email southwesternalliance@gmail.com.