News & Events Around Town

Application Due 1/9/26

 Must be TBA members in good standing by Jan. 1, 2026. This is a one-time 2026 Grant. Will not be eligible for another Grant for 3 years after being awarded this Grant. TBA Grant committee members are not eligible for the Grant. Grants will be awarded at the annual State of the City Banquet Email completed application to: kane@marketinsights.us . 

The State of the City, Boujee Banquet was Thursday Feb. 13 at 6pm at the Westfield Center. Robert Bruner and daughter Allison accepted the award on behalf of Rob and Roseanne Bruner, owners of Mister Nicks

Save the date for Boujee 2- 

Thursday Feb. 12, 2026

Get listed here by emailing your Press release, story or upcoming event . Trenton Business Association members get special recognition here and on our social media, but all businesses, groups and stories will be considered for publication at no charge.  

 The Downtown Dollars Program is a community currency that functions like a gift certificate. It encourages local  spending within Downtown Trenton and helps support local businesses. Downtown Dollars are purchased through  the Trenton Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and can be used at any participating business. By supporting  the Downtown Dollars Program, you help keep community funds within the local economy.    The Downtown Dollars Program is approved annually, but all purchased Downtown Dollars are redeemable up to its expiration date regardless of the program’s continuation. 

NEW! Trenton DDA 2025 Scarecrow Contest!

Get ready to unleash your creativity this fall! The Trenton Downtown Development Authority (DDA) invites all individuals, businesses, organizations, and groups in the Trenton area to participate in our new Scarecrow Contest. It's time to show off your artistic skills and get into the spirit of the season!

How to Enter: This is a FREE contest. Go to https://trentonmi.org/1218/Scarecrow-Contest to find our guidelines and our entry form.  You must send your completed entry form to dda@trenton-mi.com and drop off your scarecrow to the Kennedy Recreation Center by 12:00 p.m. on October 24 to enter. 

Voting: Scarecrows will be displayed along W Jefferson Ave starting October 25 till the end of November. Contest will be conducted through public voting. To vote, you can scan the QR code located on every scarecrow, go to trentonmi.org, or secure a ballot sheet from the Trenton City Hall.  

Pure Michigan Trailtown Banners sponsored by: The Trenton DDA,

Colors by Kim, JSP Dental Family.Cosmetic.Implant, BBR Realty,  Martenson Family of Funeral Homes, Trenton Rotary Club, Holbrook Roofing, Kearney Financial Services, LLC, The Local Locksmith Company

Thank you!

New program coming in November by Trenton's DDA

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Great rates to sponsor the Destination Downriver vodcast/podcast.