Local Business News

The Brandon Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of its 2022 Business Achievement Awards (139th annual) at their Annual Awards Gala Wednesday evening. Business Person of the Year: Bernie Whetter (The Green Spot) Business Excellence (Large):  Kim’s Asian Restaurant Business Excellence (Small): GEM Services Outstanding New Business: Resurrection Auto Detailing Community Impact: Westman Communications Group… May 20, 2022

The Westman Cricket Association (WCA) is thrilled to receive $9000.00 from the Westoba Credit Union Inspire Program to create a much needed practice cage this summer at the J&G Homes Cricket Field. Construction of the J&G Homes Cricket Field in 2021 at Simplot Millennial Park gave the WCA a permanent home in Brandon. Association President,… May 17, 2022

New Beginnings Intimate Apparel celebrates their 40th Anniversary on May 3rd with great sales, draws and giveaways throughout the Month of May. The business, owned by Judy Andrews, is located at 601-18th Street.  Andrews has been a certified bra fitter in Brandon for nearly 40 years. In addition to offering personal fittings for bras, they… May 3, 2022

Grey Ridge Coffee has expanded into Shoppers Mall, offering a full drink menu and a selection of locally handmade goods presented by Made in MB. Grey Ridge Coffee has grown from a coffee trailer serving events in Westman to a well-loved roastery in the Town Centre in downtown Brandon. Chris Ridgen, the owner of Grey… April 28, 2022

Brandon McDonald's franchisee Jason Ammar has partnered with Forrest’s Elton Collegiate to launch the McDonald’s Continuing Education Scholarship, an annual scholarship that will award one Elton Collegiate graduating student $1,000 towards post-secondary education or training. In his position as a McDonald’s franchisee, Jason Ammar leads with a community-first mentality. He believes everything starts and ends… April 27, 2022