The Portland Boys Bowling team competed in the MHSAA Team Tournament to cap off their season.   The boys battled nerves, as it was the first State Finals appearance for every member of the team. Despite the pressure, they competed hard and finished in 14th place overall. The team was led by Tanner Brownell and Wyatt Spear, who each rolled a strong 371 two-game series. The following day was the MHSAA Singles Tournament.   Our lone Girl’s qualifier Savanah Sutton delivered an o

The St. Patrick's Varsity Girls basketball team traveled to Fowler, for the Semi-Regional matchup against Climax- Scotts. The Shamrocks won, 41-20, over the Panthers. The team played great defense, closing out on shooters and taking care of penetration in the lane. The Shamrocks rebounded the ball and converted quality possessions using poise offensively. Gracelyn Rockey led with a double-double of 23 points and 10 rebounds, Macie Smith scored 7 points, had 5 rebounds and 4 s

Last Saturday we held our annual Portland Festival of Tables.    This event is a special time where we start by viewing specially decorated Tables and then enjoy a catered meal from Taste of Heaven Catering.   Our speaker for this event was Brenda Ross, a certified Functional Nutrition Coach.   Proceeds from this event will benefit PAMA’s (Portland Area Ministerial Association) Compassion which helps families and individuals in the Portland School District who are in crisis. 

Daryl E. Hollenback of Sunfield passed away on March 2, 2026 at the age of 79. Arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com .

Celebrate March is Reading Month with the Portland District Library! Play Bookopoly for your chance to win a Barnes & Noble gift card - all ages are welcome to join in on the fun. Don't miss the book sale taking place March 9-16. Fill an entire bag for only $2! We have so much going on this spring, so make sure to read our eNewsletter for all the happenings around the library during March, April, and May. Questions about anything you see? Call the library at 517-647-6981, sen