Joshua Rutkowski has been named to Kettering University's Winter 2026 Dean's List. Rutkowski, of Portland, MI, is majoring in Mechanical Engineering. The Dean's List recognizes overall academic performance based on the student's term grade point average (GPA). To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must satisfy the following requirements: be a degree-seeking student with a minimum term grade point average of 3.5, no grades below B, and a minimum of 16 earned credits

The Portland Area Historical Society invites you to join us for Spring Into the Past, a regional celebration of local history, craftsmanship, and community heritage. This year's event will be held inside the historic Red Mill, where visitors can explore special displays, learn about Portland's past, and connect with volunteers who help preserve our community's stories. As part of the Tri-River Museum Network, weekend guests are encouraged to visit multiple participating si

Kristy Jo Cuttle (Van Allen), age 53, of Lyons, passed away on April 13, 2026, at her beloved home on the river. She was born on July 20, 1972, in Lansing, Michigan, where she was raised, and then set off on an adventure of a lifetime Kristy was truly a force to be reckoned with. Wise beyond her years, she was a safe place for others from a very young age. She cared deeply for her family and friends and had a rare gift for lifting others up, even if she initially came off a

Mary Ellen McCormack, Sunfield, MI, age 79 passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026 in Charlotte, MI. Mary Ellen was born on October 25, 1946 in Charlotte, MI to Duncan and Ellen McCormack. Never a stranger to farm work and farm life, Mary Ellen grew up on the family farm, helping where she could from milking cows to feeding calves and making meals for workers. Though she rarely watched TV in her later years, she spent countless hours listening to games and sports talk ra

Eileen Ann Main, of Lyons, passed away on April 11, 2026 at the age of 92. She was born in Mannington, West Virginia, the daughter of Clifford and Lenore Mobley, she earned a degree from Fairmont State College. She taught for ten years in Ohio and 13 years at the Benedict School, a one-room schoolhouse. Eileen was also a member of Portland Church of the Nazarene. Eileen was married to Duane Main for 62 years and he preceded her in death in 2018. She is survived by her sons

Thomas E. Leik, age 83, of Portland, Michigan passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026 at home. He was born on March 5, 1943, and grew up in Portland, Michigan. Tom attended and graduated from Portland St. Patrick’s School in 1961. He received his Bachelors in Business degree from Ferris State College. Married Mary E. Addison in January, 1968 and raised three boys Andrew, Anthony, and Martin. While working at Saginaw Steering Gear he realized his lifelong passion to be a se

William "Bill" Earle Leonard II, age 55, of Portland, passed away on April 7, 2026. He was born on October 5, 1970, to William and Mary (Rogers) Leonard of Portland. Bill’s family was the light of his life. He married Tracy (Gilbert) Leonard on June 9, 2001, and later welcomed two girls in 2002 and 2004. Although outnumbered by girls, he truly enjoyed being a husband and girl dad, and always managed to have a hair-tie on hand whenever needed. He is survived by his loving wi

The Annual Community Cleanup Day will be held Saturday, May 2nd at the DPW compound at 451 Morse Dr. This year’s clean up is a joint effort between the City of Portland, Portland Township and Danby Township! Residents of these communities can drop off items from 7:00 a.m. to Noon. Each household will be limited to ONE TRAILER/PICK UP TRUCK LOAD in order to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to participate. For more information, click HERE .

Portland Township recycling will take place on Saturday, April 25 th and Sunday, April 26 th (always the 4th Saturday) from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm or until the bins are full. Please break down all cardboard boxes. Recycling is located at 1 Industrial Drive, next to Municipal Supply, and is open only to Portland Township residents.

Consumers Energy officials told a state commission today that selling 13 hydroelectric dams remains the best option for Michigan, supporting local communities and offering the lowest long-term cost for customers. “Consumers Energy has spent over a century operating our dams safely, reliably and affordably. Selling the dams ensures we build on their past to power Michigan’s future,” said Rick Blumenstock, Consumers Energy’s executive director of electric supply engineering.