

Portland Beacon turns three, needs your support more than ever
A recent notification on my LinkedIn account caught my eye. A friend congratulated me on my work anniversary. I had to stop what I was...
Jim Townsend
Aug 20, 2020


Announcements from the Office of State Rep. Julie Calley
On August 17th, State Rep. Julie Calley joined the Legislature in approving a bipartisan agreement to help get Michigan students safely...
James Townsend
Aug 19, 2020


Obituary for Judy (Huffman) Cline
Judy H. Cline, age 74, of Portland, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2020. She was born on June 16, 1946 in Oak Hill, W.V. the daughter...
James Townsend
Aug 19, 2020


Portland River Trail Life
Two-year-old Emalyn Smith enjoys some time with her mom Bailey and her grandmother Mandi at the popular Portland River Trail tonight. ...
James Townsend
Aug 19, 2020


Grand River Bridge Project and Detour Begins Monday in Downtown Portland
Bridge improvements will begin on Monday, August 24th on the Grand River Bridge in downtown Portland. The City of Portland has received...
Robert Lathers
Aug 19, 2020


Taco Bell Progress: Demolition of Former Restaurants and Car Wash is Set to Begin
Demolition of the former Car Wash, Red Tomato and Chinese Restaurant, on the corner of Grand River and Bristle Street next to Olivera’s,...
Robert Lathers
Aug 19, 2020


Jr. Raider Football and Cheer program cancels Fall season after MHSAA announcement
On Friday, the Portland Jr. Raider football and cheer program announced that it was canceling its Fall season after the MHSAA announced...
James Townsend
Aug 15, 2020


MHSAA Announces Football to Move to Spring Season for 2020-21
The Representative Council of the Michigan High School Athletic Association today announced it will move the 2020 Fall football season to...
James Townsend
Aug 15, 2020


PFCU Employees Provide Donation to the Ennis Center for Children
Employees at PFCU came together to provide a $5,147 donation to the Ennis Center for Children. PFCU employees put together a formal...
James Townsend
Aug 15, 2020


Obituary for Thomas A. Pung
Thomas Anthony Pung, of Portland, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2020. He was born on October 3, 1931 in Portland, the son of Leon and...
James Townsend
Aug 12, 2020