Portland High School recently announced the hiring of Allison DeGroot as the new Varsity Volleyball Head Coach. PHS Athletic Director Jason Haid said, “Coach DeGroot is no stranger to Portland Volleyball. She served as a coach within our program from 2012-2013 before taking a two-year hiatus to focus on completing her master’s degree. She returned this past season as a varsity assistant coach. Her familiarity with our athletes, families, and community, combined with her passi

By Brandon Strong Some of my earliest memories are tied to the outdoors, family, and the responsibility that comes with handling a firearm. Like many in Michigan, hunting wasn't something I discovered later in life, it was passed down to me. As a preteen, I started with small game and quickly learned that hunting wasn't just about being in the woods. It was about patience, discipline, safety, and respect for both the animal and the firearm. I still remember harvesting m

On July 9th, 1966, two young people fell in love and began a journey that would become a great love story. Noel Thompson and Bruce Bennett had their wedding at St. Patrick Parish, and followed that with a reception at Noels parents’ house, Tommie and Bea Thompson. Soon after, they were joined by their daughter Anne, and their son Mark. Throughout the years, both Noel and Bruce have been pillars of the Portland Community. Noel still volunteers up at the St. Patrick library,

Ikebana Delve into ikebana, the ancient art of Japanese flower arranging, at the library this summer. On July 18 at 10:00am, Liz Larwa and Terre Voegeli will be here to give some background on ikebana and lead you in creating your own arrangement. Space is limited, so register now for a chance to become in tune with nature. Ages 18 and up. Lighter Than Air Mosaics Mosaics are beautiful, but in the dog days of summer, who wants to lug around all that tile and rock and gro

The Portland Athletic Association Hall of Fame Committee is proud to announce the 2026 class for induction into the Portland High School Athletic Hall of Fame. An induction dinner to honor them will be held at the Portland Knights of Columbus Hall on Saturday, October 17, 2026. These individuals and team members have contributed to the rich Portland Raider athletic history. The 2026 PHS Hall of Fame class: Athletes: Ryan Snellenberger (2004) Football and Basketball Andy