Historic Fur Trade Encampment visiting Portland July 23rd

The Saginaw Voyagers will be setting up an authentic 1800’s Fur Trade encampment in Thompson Field in Portland. The Voyagers will arrive...

Obituary for Keith Edwin (Tobin) Cameron - Mayor of Portland from 1975-1976

Keith Edwin (Tobin) Cameron, 83, passed away peacefully at Heritage Hospice of Marietta, Georgia on June 29, 2022. He was surrounded by...

Mutant White Tailed Squirrels Spotted in Portland

Strange squirrels with white tails have been cropping up across Portland. From the cemetery on Bridge Street to the River Trail, locals...

Local Hunter Writes Outdoor Adventures for Young Readers

Growing up on a farm north of Lake Odessa some of Matt Buche’s fondest memories of childhood are of spending time in nature especially...

Downtown Cruise set for August 18th

The Portland Cruisers is having a Downtown Cruise in on August 18th from 5pm to 8pm. The show will be on Maple and Bridge St. There...

The 49er’s Gather for Luncheon - PHS Class of 1949

On June 22, 2022, eight original classmates from the Portland High School class of 1949, gathered together at the Wagon Wheel for their...

Kristy Barrett Earns Dean's List Honor at Kalamazoo College

Kristy Barrett, of Portland, MI, has been named to the Kalamazoo College Spring 2022 Dean's List. Dean's List recognition is earned with...

Social Security is here when you’re ready for retirement

When you think you’re ready to retire, we’re here to help you make an informed decision about when to apply for benefits. You should...

Sophie Schrauben Named June Student-Athlete of the Month

Sophie Schrauben, a sophomore on the St. Patrick School track and field team, has been selected as the Portland Beacon and J-Dubb’s...

Rep. Calley announces funding for recreational enhancements in Ionia County

Projects in Ionia, Saranac, Portland areas gain legislative approval State Rep. Julie Calley recently led the Legislature’s approval of...