Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce - Grand Rapids Minnesota

09/15/2026

Join us Monday, October 5 (one week earlier than usual) for: Talent Without Limits: The Value of Inclusive Employment, featuring Sonia Lindgaard of Itasca Life Options.

In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Sonia will share local employment success stories and discuss how inclusive hiring can benefit individuals, businesses, and our community.

📅 Monday, October 5
📍 Timberlake Lodge Hotel
⏰ Buffet at 11:45 AM | Luncheon at noon
RSVP by October 2: https://form.jotform.com/262514145521146

Thank you to Fairview Grand Itasca for sponsoring this luncheon.

09/15/2026

Today's Member to Member is from Roof Maxx of Grand Rapids!

Think your roof is too new to need maintenance? Roof Maxx of Grand Rapids says preventative care can help extend the life of asphalt shingles before signs of serious wear appear.

Their plant-based treatment is designed to restore flexibility and help shingles continue performing as intended, potentially adding years of useful life to your roof.

Roof Maxx offers free Roof Health Assessments for homeowners interested in learning more about the condition of their roof and their options.

$50 OFF expires 11/30/2026 (Mention GR Chamber Ad)
218-360-2604

09/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us today for our State of the Cities luncheon!

We appreciated hearing directly from leaders representing Bovey, Cohasset, Coleraine, Deer River, Grand Rapids, and Hill City as they shared community updates, upcoming projects, opportunities for growth, and challenges affecting economic development.

Thank you to our panelists (in photo from left to right):
• Tony Yunk, Mayor of Bovey
• Mike Antonovich, Mayor of Coleraine
• David Lange, Mayor of Hill City
• Mark Box, Administrator of Deer River
• Tasha Connelly, Mayor of Grand Rapids
• Ashley Craiglow, CEDA, City of Cohasset (in lieu of Josh Casper who was on a fire call - thank you, Josh, for your service!)

And thank you to Chamber Board Chair, Dan Cooper, for moderating the conversation.

A special thank you to Grand Rapids Public Utilities for sponsoring today’s luncheon and to Timberlake Lodge Hotel for hosting us. We are grateful to everyone who attended and helped make today’s discussion such a valuable one for our region!

09/14/2026

09/14/2026

Today's Member to Member is from Paul Bunyan Communications!

💰 Over $3.7 million is being returned to Paul Bunyan Communications members!

As a member-owned cooperative, Paul Bunyan Communications is returning capital credits to its members. Members receiving $150 or less will see a credit on their August bill, while current members receiving more than $150 will receive a check by mail.

That’s the cooperative advantage at work!

Learn more: https://paulbunyan.net/2026capitalcreditreturn/

09/12/2026

Your photo could be on the cover of our 2027 Grand Rapids Area Directory!

We’re looking for a photo that captures the beauty, character, and spirit of Itasca County and we want to see our community through your lens.

Enter the 2027 Directory Cover Photo Contest for a chance to have your image featured on the cover of the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Directory and win $250 in Chamber Bucks!

🌲 Scenic views
🏞️ Lakes, trails and outdoor adventures
🍂 Those unmistakable northern Minnesota moments

Submission deadline: October 30, 2026

For more information or to submit: https://www.grandmn.com/.../photo-submission-contest.../

We can’t wait to see our area through your lens!

09/11/2026

You’re invited to a Ribbon Cutting!

Join us as we celebrate Grand Rapids State Bank and the completion of their recent reconstruction project at their South Pokegama location!

📍 Grand Rapids State Bank, 1 SW 10th Street, Grand Rapids
📅 Wednesday, September 16
⏰ 4:00 PM

The public is invited to stop by, celebrate this exciting investment in our community, and help us officially cut the ribbon! ❤

09/11/2026

THERE’S A SEAT AT THE TABLE. COULD IT BE YOURS?
Board applications for terms starting in 2027 are now open.

Help shape the future of our business community as a member of the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.

Learn more, or apply by November 13 by visiting: https://www.grandmn.com/event/chamber-board-member-interest/

Questions about Board service? Contact Board Chair, Dan Cooper, at: [email protected]

09/10/2026

Join us October 8, 2026 at Sugar Lake Lodge for a day designed to bring women together, build connection, and experience what belonging can really look and feel like.

This year’s theme, WE & ME, is an invitation to invest in both - to reflect on the person you are becoming while recognizing the impact you have on the people around you.

Come ready to connect, recharge, learn, laugh, and spend the day with an incredible group of women in a setting made for meaningful conversation.
Grand Rapids Area Chamber members receive a special discount!

📅 October 8, 2026
📍 Sugar Lake Lodge
🔗 https://sugarlakelodge.com/.../open.../womens-unconference/

Thank you to our partnership with Grand Rapids Herald-Review and The Leadership Lodge at Sugar Lake Lodge!

09/10/2026

Today's Member to Member is from NAMI Grand Rapids Area!

LOCAL BUSINESSES - SUPPORT NAMI WALKS! 💚

Your donation helps support mental health awareness in our community.

Businesses that donate will be recognized in our pre-Walk promotions, on our large Walk placard, and in post-Walk media coverage.

📅 To be included on the placard, donations must arrive by September 14.
Plus, donating businesses receive Mental Health in the Workplace Training from NAMI Grand Rapids Area!

📞 218-999-7658
EIN: 26-2484796 | W-9 available upon request
https://www.namigrandrapidsmn.org/

Together, we can make mental health matter!