Obituary for Wilma "Billie" J. Horwood
March 13, 1927 – April 23, 2020 Billie’s life story started in Grand Rapids, Michigan where she born to George and Bertha Holwerda. When...
James Townsend
Apr 30, 2020
Garden Club offering curbside pick-up of pre-ordered Geraniums
WHEN: ONE DAY ONLY! Thursday, May 7 - 12 NOON - 6 pm WHERE: RED MILL PAVILION 349 N. Water St., Portland, MI Look for signs to...
James Townsend
Apr 30, 2020
Heros in Hairnets
One thing that the past two months has shown us is that there are heroes living among us. These Portlanders do all sorts of jobs that...
Jordan D. Smith
Apr 30, 2020
Burn Ban Lifted
The Portland Area Fire Authority announced today that the burn ban has been lifted for its coverage area. The ban was lifted at noon...
James Townsend
Apr 28, 2020
Obituary for William M. Schrauben
William Schrauben, Jr., a loved father, grandfather, brother, son, nephew, and friend, known in Jackson, MI for his veterinary practice,...
James Townsend
Apr 28, 2020
Obituary for Kenneth Jerome Wheeler
Kenneth Jerome Wheeler, Jr., age 90, passed away Sunday, April 26, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born on January 5, 1930 in...
James Townsend
Apr 28, 2020
Julie Calley Named to the Michigan Committee on the COVID-19 Pandemic
“We can’t hide until the virus leaves Michigan. We have to have conversations about what jobs can be done safely. I absolutely agree...
Robert Lathers
Apr 25, 2020
Obituary for Max A. Lanz
Max Lanz, age 77, went to be home with His Lord and Savior on April 19,2020. Max was born on April 8,1943 in Portland, Michigan. He...
James Townsend
Apr 25, 2020
American Legion Post 129 Receives Donation
American Legion Post 129 in Portland was in need of a sturdy and safe hand rail for the entrance to their Post. Post Commander David W...
James Townsend
Apr 25, 2020
Justine Nowak Named PHS Raider of the Week
Portland High School is pleased to announce this week’s recipient of the “Raider of the Week” award for the week of March 16th: Name:...
James Townsend
Apr 25, 2020
