

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...
Teaghan Lathers
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...
Brittany Pierce
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...
Benjamin Rex Cross
Jan 11, 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...
Vonda Van Til
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...
Beacon Staff
Jan 10, 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,...
Release from the Office of State Rep. Julie Calley
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...
Obituaries
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...
James Townsend
Jan 8, 2021