Barry County Chamber & Economic Development Alliance

09/04/2026

When you’ve got two paws, you might as well fill them both with ice cream.

Barry made his way to MOO-ville Creamery in Nashville, MI and clearly understood the assignment. Double scoops, double happiness, zero regrets.

09/03/2026

Yesterday, we celebrated a fresh new chapter for Burke's Unique Chic Beauty Boutique with a ribbon cutting by the fountain in Downtown Hastings!

Owner Colleen Burke has rebranded her business to reflect the wide variety of services she offers, all centered around confidence, personal growth and empowerment. From self-esteem workshops and career development coaching to fashion etiquette, skincare, color cosmetics and even ballroom dancing lessons, Colleen brings her unique energy and passion to everything she does.

Congratulations to Burke’s Unique Chic Beauty Boutique on the rebrand! We’re excited to see what’s ahead!

08/28/2026

This is a fun one! What’s your favorite outdoor dining spot in Barry County?

Let's see those outdoor patios!

We invite our downtown organizations to share this post and encourage your residents, visitors, and local supporters to take advantage of summertime in Michigan and dine at an outdoor patio.

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🍽️ Bucket List Stop #5: Dine Outdoors

Patio season is one of the best parts of summer in Michigan.
Share a photo from your favorite downtown patio, café, or outdoor dining experience using .

Did You Know?
Many Michigan downtowns have invested in walkability, public spaces, and streetscape improvements that create welcoming environments for outdoor dining and gathering.

08/26/2026

Lots going on at Summerfest this weekend in Downtown Hastings!

08/26/2026

Get to know Dale Krueger IV, our new Administrative Assistant!

In our latest Chamber Chat we sit down with Dale to learn more about him, what brought him to BCCEDA, and what he’s looking forward to as he settles into his new role.

If you’ve stopped by the office recently, there’s a good chance you’ve already seen Dale at the front desk! He’s been busy getting to know our members, learning the ins and outs of BCCEDA, and jumping right into everything happening around Barry County.

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08/24/2026

Wrapping up our Charlton Park adventures the best way Barry knows how… gone fishin’!

From exploring the historic village to hitting the trails and now casting a line, Barry had a bear-y good time discovering everything Historic Charlton Park has to offer. Until the next adventure!

08/24/2026

Last Thursday, we celebrated a ribbon cutting at The Reserve at Hanover Apartments!

Located in Hastings, The Reserve at Hanover brings a new option for modern apartment living to our community, featuring brand-new one- and two-bedroom homes, a fitness center, clubhouse, and more. We’re excited to welcome The Reserve at Hanover to the Barry County business community and celebrate this new investment in our area. Congratulations to their entire team, and thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us!