

Obituary for Paul K. Echlin
Paul K. Echlin, 91, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020, in Ft Wayne. He was born August 19, 1928, the son of the late Alfred and Swava...
James Townsend
Jul 29, 2020


Andrew Huhn Appointed to Portland School Board
The Portland School Board appointed Portland resident Andrew Huhn to complete the five month unexpired term of former school board member...
Robert Lathers
Jul 29, 2020


Five reasons to use my Social Security
There are countless reasons why you can benefit from using your personal my Social Security account. Here are five that highlight why...
Vonda Vantil
Jul 27, 2020


New Law signed by Governor Whitmer may net City of Portland Over $150,000 for First Responder Hazard
On July 1, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed Public Act 123 of 2020, which appropriated $100 million for the First Responder Hazard Pay...
James Townsend
Jul 27, 2020


Afendoulis Seeking to become Portland’s Congresswoman
Lynn Afendoulis is…. by any definition you choose to use…. a strong woman. She is confident, thoughtful, articulate, has strong opinions...
Robert Lathers
Jul 24, 2020


Portland High School Introduces Two New Teachers
PHS Principal Jamie DeWitt is pleased to announce Adriel Saville Morgan and Collette Cloutier have joined the 2020 teaching staff. Mr....
James Townsend
Jul 24, 2020


Commission on Aging Seeks Votes for Millage Renewal
August 4th, voters across the county will cast their ballots either in person or by mail for state and national primary elections for...
Jordan D. Smith
Jul 24, 2020


Obituary for Clyde Gilbert Woodman
Clyde Gilbert Woodman, age 85, of Portland, went to be with his loving Lord on July 20, 2020, surrounded by his adoring family. He was...
James Townsend
Jul 23, 2020


Seven Residents File to Run for the Portland Public School Board
Seven Portland residents filed with the Ionia County Clerk’s Office by yesterday’s deadline to run for a seat on the Portland Public...
James Townsend
Jul 23, 2020


Portland Watering Holes Affected by Bar Shutdown
In downtown Portland, two drinking establishments are next-door neighbors. Hot Shots Tavern and The Port share the same block, but very...
Jordan D. Smith
Jul 23, 2020