Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce

07/17/2026

Update for those planning to attend the event. The event has been postponed.

Due to unforeseen circumstances related to the air quality, and out of an abundance of caution for our artists and festival attendees, we have made the difficult decision to postpone the Dam Jam Music Festival scheduled for July 17–18.

The safety and well-being of everyone involved is our highest priority. We are actively working to secure new dates and will announce the rescheduled festival as soon as possible. We appreciate your understanding and continued support, and we look forward to celebrating with you soon.

07/16/2026

We welcomed Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, candidate for Governor of Michigan, to our Meet the Candidate Series at the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Sheriff Swanson shared his vision for Michigan, drawing on decades of experience in law enforcement and public service. As the current Sheriff of Genesee County, he discussed his leadership in strengthening public safety, building trust within communities, and addressing some of the state's most pressing challenges through collaboration and innovation.

Throughout the conversation, Sheriff Swanson highlighted his priorities for Michigan's future, including public safety, economic opportunity, education, and creating communities where families and businesses can thrive.

Thank you to McKinney & Associates for sponsoring our Meet the Candidate Series.

07/16/2026

Introducing Leadership Foundations — the newest addition to the THRIVE Talent and Leadership Series, facilitated by Bobby Hoffman of Thought Partner Services.

Built for the high-potential employee stepping into their first supervisory role. The team lead who is technically excellent but new to managing people.

Applications close August 3.

Apply today: https://www.lansingchamber.org/leadership-foundations/

07/16/2026

Ingham County residents are voting on the Tourism, Entertainment Facilities, and Arts Proposal to raise the hotel tax for visitors from 5% to 8%.

The new funds will be used to support arts and entertainment organizations and improve convention and fairground facilities that make Ingham County more attractive to both residents and visitors.

Remember to vote by absentee ballot, early voting or at the polls on Tuesday, August 4.

Learn more at: https://www.lansing.org/vote/

07/16/2026

What a fantastic evening at our July Member Mixer hosted by Your Home Solution Experts.

With more than 100 members signed up, it was the perfect opportunity to make new connections, strengthen existing relationships, and grow our professional network while enjoying a beautiful summer evening.

Your Home Solution Experts truly embodies their mission of bringing health, safety, comfort and savings to the tri-county area, and it showed in every detail of the evening, from their warm hospitality to their genuine investment in the Lansing community. Their team's commitment to serving local families and businesses is a great example of the kind of community focused partnership that makes our region stronger.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event such a success. We love seeing our members come together to connect, grow and thrive.

07/16/2026

Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour at MSU's World-Class Nuclear Science Facility

Ever wondered where groundbreaking discoveries about the universe begin? Join us for a rare opportunity to step inside one of the world's most advanced nuclear science facilities at Michigan State University.

Please note: Community tours are exclusively available to LRCC members and their guests. Due to limited capacity, advance registration is required.

Register Today: https://bit.ly/4oKfHLA

07/16/2026

In partnership with Lansing 5:01, this program honors Greater Lansing's brightest young professionals, those already making waves today and poised to create an even greater impact in the decade ahead. Recipients are selected based on their professional achievements and meaningful community involvement.

Over the past 19 years, 190 young professionals have been recognized through this prestigious program. Let's make sure the 20th cohort is just as remarkable.

Nominate Today:

Celebrating Greater Lansing’s top young professionals who are anticipated to contribute to the community significantly over the next 10 years.

07/15/2026

Michigan's cyclospora outbreak has now surpassed 3,300 reported infections, with state health investigators identifying lettuce and salad greens as a potential source as the investigation continues.

Across Mid-Michigan, restaurants are taking proactive steps to help protect customers. Responses vary by business and may include:
• Temporarily removing salads or leafy greens from menus
• Sourcing produce from different suppliers
• Enhancing food safety and cleaning protocols
• In some cases, temporarily pausing operations

As the investigation continues, health officials encourage consumers to stay informed and follow updates from local and state public health agencies.

Food safety remains a top priority, and many local businesses are adapting quickly to reduce potential risks while continuing to serve their communities.

Video segment from WILX News 10.

07/15/2026

FOCUS on our Pints & Politics event at Kelly's Downtown, where community members gathered for open conversations about local issues, state policy, and national trends.

Thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible.

Learn More on Page 10: https://www.lansingchamber.org/focus/

07/14/2026

Congratulations to the City of DeWitt on this exciting milestone for the Downtown DeWitt Farmers Market!

For the first time in its history, the market will have a permanent home, complete with a covered market structure for vendors, public restrooms, on-site storage, and a beautiful pavilion surrounded by green space.