The Portland Raiders traveled to Royal Scot to take on Lansing Catholic.  In the first game, the girls struggled, but held on for an 8 pin team win.  In game 2, the girls came alive and got a convincing victory.  Going into Bakers, the girls were up 15-5.  They secured the win by taking the first Baker game, 118-100.    Starring for the Raiders was Savanah Sutton with a 178 game and a 283 series.  Helping out significantly was Karagan Calley with a 251 series.   The Boys Vars

The Campaign to Elect Rachel Gross officially announces Rachel Gross’ campaign for Michigan State Representative for the 78th District. Her campaign for State Representative is rooted in policy aimed toward serving all people within the rural communities found within the 78th District.   Policy Statements:   Empowering Rural Voices “I’ll make sure rural Michigan has a strong voice in Lansing by fighting for fair funding for schools, infrastructure, and healthcare, and by expa

Michigan High School Sports Participation Continues to Outpace National Population Ranking Michigan’s national rankings for participation in high school athletics – overall, and separately for girls and boys participation – remained steady during the 2024-25 school year and continued to outpace the state’s national ranking for high school-aged population, according to the annual national participation study conducted by the National Federation of State High School Association

Gift Wrap Party Wrap presents alongside fellow community members using spacious library tables. Enjoy sipping on hot cocoa, having conversation with friends and neighbors, all while listening to cheerful holiday music. Wrapping supplies provided — just bring your gifts and your holiday spirit! Join us at any of the following dates and times; December 17 from 2:00 – 8:00 p.m., and December 22 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.  Registration is not required! Ages 13+   Beaded Evergreen Crea

Dale C. Barnard of Sunfield, passed away on November 25, 2025 at the age of 64. Arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be made at www.cremationyourway.com .

Loren Cecil Riker, of Portland, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025 at the age of 95. He was born in Saranac, Michigan on October 6, 1930, the son of Cecil and Hazel (Glick) Riker. Loren was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, serving his country for over 20 years. In his free time, he enjoyed motorcycles, playing and watching golfing and bowling, and reading. Throughout his life, Loren loved to travel, more recently he cherished spending his winters in the war

There is a whole lot going on at the Portland District Library this winter.  Download the PDF for the full Winter Programming schedule.

The Portland Raiders traveled to Royal Scot on Tuesday to take on Lansing Catholic.   The Girls won 19-11.  High Bowler of the day was Savanah Sutton with a 178 game and a 283 series.  Karagan Calley was next with a 251 series.   The Boys Varsity team won 30-0.  High game of the day was Wyatt Spear with a 216 and a two-game series of 193.   Our next match will be this Friday against Eaton Rapids at Wagon Wheel.

The Annual Christmas on Main Street in Sunfield will be Saturday, Dec. 6, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. with activities centered at the Welch Historical Museum. Enjoy free pizza with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus who will distribute free gift toys to the children.   Come early to greet the ever-popular Grinch before he disappears about 11:30 in his Grinchmobile. The Sunfield Food Bank hosts bake-sale goodies, and the Sunfield Historical Society is sponsoring a Christmas-tree ornamen

Longtime community leader, small-business owner, and current Ionia County Commissioner Terry Frewen has officially announced his candidacy for State Representative for Michigan’s 78th House District.   Frewen, a graduate of Portland High School, holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Ferris State University in Construction Management, with a specialized emphasis in Road Construction. His professional career spans more than 30 years as the owner of a successful real estate bu