Born into this world 8 April 1968 to an Army Veteran and a farmers daughter. He began his path of service by attending Immaculate Heart of Mary through grade 5. When a family move in 1980 occurred, St. Gerard is where the religious education continued through their CCD program. Al graduated from Lansing Waverly High School in June of 1986. Somehow Al managed to graduate from Central Michigan University in May 1990 with a Bachelor's Degree in Economics. His first career type

Marinus “Marty” Mulder went to be with the Lord on April 26, 2026, at the age of 77 surrounded by his loved ones. Born on November 20, 1948, to Albert and Dorothy Mulder, Marty was a lifelong resident of Portland and a proud member of the Portland community he loved so deeply. Marty graduated from Portland High School with the Class of 1966 and remained a devoted Raider throughout his life. He went on to earn an Associate’s degree in Construction Management and a Bachelor’s

The Raiders hosted Ionia on Tuesday night. Game 1: Portland 1, Ionia 0 Max Sandborn got a complete game shut out pitching for Portland in game one. He struck out four Bulldog batters. Brody Moore led the Portland offense with two hits including a double. Game 2: Portland 9, Ionia 1 Gunnar Williams led the Portland offense with two hits, including a grand slam in the sixth inning. Sandborn and Deacon Townsend each added two hits. Conner Fox got the win on the mou

The Boy Scouts of Portland are an asset to the community and they offer an opportunity for young people to enjoy themselves and to grow as individuals. Bryan Gehrcke serves them as scoutmaster of Troop 129B. “We currently have eighteen boys involved in Scouting,” said Bryan. “And we’ve had three recent Eagle scouts in our ranks. These include Eli Dakin, Matthew Simon, and my son Cooper Gehrcke. They’re all great kids.” There are many advantages to being a Boy Scout. “

Albion College is pleased to announce Portland student Ava Guilford received a Communication Studies Prize in Memory of Charles Baldwin, Henrietta Bancroft, Bishop Joseph Berry, Catherine Hicks Glathart, George Bowen Silliman, and Elsie Verner at Albion College's recent Honors Convocation. Albion College's academic awards are chosen by the faculty in recognition of their most accomplished students. Guilford is majoring in marketing - integrated marketing communication emp

The Lady Raiders hosted the Bulldogs of Ionia on Tuesday night. Game 1: Ionia 7, Portland 6 The teams were tied 6-6 going into the final inning, but Ionia scored the go ahead run to pick up the 7-6 win. Lilly Thelen and Rylee Miller each had two hits for the Raiders. Willa Almy and Bella Spitzley each added two hits. Molly Miilu pitched seven innings and struck out six batters. Game 2: Portland 8, Ionia 2 The Raiders tallied 15 hits in the game. Thelen led the o

We are excited to announce the recipients of our prestigious April Student of the Month Awards! This recognition is given to one exemplary student from each district who has demonstrated outstanding qualities as a cooperative, engaged learner and a model school citizen. · Chase Bengel, Portland St. Patrick High School, Construction Technology · Emily Brandt, Belding High School, Plant & Animal Science · Joslin Demara, Ionia High School, Culinary Arts ·

Portland offers Cub Scouting to young boys in the community who are seeking fun and fellowship with other boys. Scoutmaster Bryan Gehrcke oversees the Cub Scouts as well as the older Boy Scouts. “Cub Scouting is for boys who are in Kindergarten through the fifth grade,” he said. “It offers to them an introduction to Scouting as well as an opportunity to enjoy being a boy.” Large parts of Cub Scouting involve learning social skills as well as learning teamwork. “Social

Portland High School has announced the top 10 graduating seniors of the class of 2026. Congratulations to these students. Brooke Schafer, Daughter of Brian Schafer and Tayna Schneider. Future plans include attending Eastern Michigan University and working towards a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Michael DiOrio, son of Mr. Nicholas and Dr. Adel Diorio. After graduating with his Associates in Science from Lansing Community College this spring, Michael plans to double maj

PHS Softball The Lady Raiders picked up two wins over Charlotte on Tuesday, April 21st. Portland won game one 16-6. Molly Miilu drove in six runs on four hits. Bella Spitzley had three hits in the game. Portland won game two 22-2. Spitzley drove in seven runs on four hist for Portland. Lilly Thelen, Miilu, and Madison Daggett each added two hits. On Thursday, April 23rd, the Raiders fell to Williamston 8-6. Veda Smith, Miilu, Rylee Miller and Daggett each had two