Teaghan Lathers
Jan 11, 2021
Virtual Learning: Ugh
The time is 7:53 am. You open your computer and are blinded by the white Brightspace homepage before you join your 8 am Zoom class. You...
Brittany Pierce
Jan 11, 2021
Local Schools Adapt to Online, Hybrid Learning
Since lockdowns began last march, in-person learning is no longer the norm. After several Michigan K-12 students missed out on weeks of...
Benjamin Rex Cross
Jan 11, 2021
Shamrocks head back to State Championship
On Saturday, January 9th, the Shamrocks of Portland St. Patrick hosted the Warriors of Kinde North Huron. The field was frozen solid, and...
Vonda Van Til
Jan 10, 2021
Your newborn and their Social Security number
Getting your newborn a Social Security number is important for their future. If your child is born in a hospital, the easiest way to...
Beacon Staff
Jan 10, 2021
Health Department Preparing for COVID-19 Vaccinations for Residents 65 and Older
The Ionia County Health Department is now allowing residents 65 years old and older to sign up to be contacted once the vaccine is...
Release from the Office of State Rep. Julie Calley
Jan 8, 2021
Opinion: Extension of dine-in ban would be nail in the coffin for many local restaurants
Prior to the holidays, Gov. Whitmer hinted she may consider reopening dine-in service at Michigan restaurants and bars prior to Jan. 15,...
Obituaries
Jan 8, 2021
Obituary for Billy "Bill" Bert Hill
Billy Bert Hill, age 82, of Portland, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2021. He was born in Vermontville, Michigan, the son of...
James Townsend
Jan 8, 2021
Shamrocks to host Kinde North Huron in Football Semi-Final
The St. Patrick Shamrocks will host the Warriors of Kinde North Huron this Saturday at Portland High School in the MHSAA 8-Player...
