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Like it or not, it is almost here. The first day of school for local schools is rapidly approaching. The first day of school for...
James Townsend
Aug 8, 2019


Masons to conduct a free Child ID Program in Portland
On Saturday August 24, 2019 Tuscan-Mt. Gilead Masonic Lodge #178 will be providing a free child identification program. The program will...
James Townsend
Aug 6, 2019


David and Marlene Lefke to Celebrate 55th Anniversary
Please join us in wishing David “Boudy” and Marlene (Schrauben) Lefke a very happy 55th wedding anniversary on August 8th.
James Townsend
Aug 6, 2019


Local Wellness Secret Hidden in Plain Sight
If you are anything like me, you likely travel up and down Grand River Avenue multiple times a day in your daily routine. You may think...
Jim Townsend
Aug 6, 2019


Obituary for Virginia “V.A.” Goodrich
Virginia “V.A.” Goodrich, age 88 of Portland, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2019. She was born on June 23, 1931 the daughter of Paul...
James Townsend
Aug 2, 2019


We are a little bit quieter than normal… and that is OK
You may likely have noticed that the number of stories we have been posting on the Beacon in the last few weeks has been a bit lower than...
Jim Townsend
Aug 2, 2019













