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21/10/2025

TRICK OR TREAT AT CITY HALL:
Bring out your little monsters for Trick or Treat through City Hall on Halloween from 2pm-4pm!

Whether you cause fear and fright, or your costume sparks delight- we have loads of candy for all the children who dare to wander the halls!

But don't be scared, kids! You got a friend (or more) at City Hall that will take your candy supply to infinity and beyond!*

Stop in on Friday, October 31st from 2pm-4pm for some Trick or Treating at City Hall!

Don't forget to bring a bag or bucket!

*Due to logical impossibilities, we unfortunately cannot give out infinite candy. Sorry Kids!

20/10/2025

Join us for the 2025 Harvest Craft Show on November 8th! Browse handmade crafts, trinkets and more!

It's a one-of-a-kind shopping experience you don't wanna miss!

With free admission, door prizes and food trucks- you could enjoy the craft show for hours on end.

Stop by Richland Park Gym on November 8th @ 9am and see what all the hype is about!

20/10/2025

We would like to honor local Veterans from Portland and the surrounding areas at the 2025 Portland Veterans Day Breakfast happening Tuesday, November 11th at 8am at the Portland First Baptist Gym.

We invite any Veteran to attend who is able as well as a spouse/guest. Widows/widowers of Veterans are also invited to attend.

Please RSVP at the link below or by calling 615-325-9032 so we can plan for food & seating.
https://www.portlandcofc.com/events/details/2025-veterans-breakfast-1580

If you have any special requests or require special assistance, please also let us know.

14/10/2025

COMMUNITY RECIPE BOOK:
The City of Portland is putting together a community recipe book for the 250th anniversary of The United States of America.

We hope to collect recipes from cooking lovers in the Portland area; ones that have been passed down for generations by Portland residents especially.

The categories are as follows:
-All things strawberry
-Breads (rolls, biscuits, cornbread, cinnamon rolls, etc.)
-Casseroles/Veggies
-Meats/Main Dishes
-Miscellaneous (Appetizers, Drinks, Jellies, Snacks, etc.)

Find more information and submit your recipe:
https://www.cityofportlandtn.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=134

10/10/2025

Check out these upcoming Fall events!!
Sumner Crest Winery
Bottom View Farm
White House Pumpkin Patch
The Shoppes at Occasions
The Ole Milliken Store

07/10/2025

HOMETOWN HEROES BANNER PROGRAM:
Applications for the Hometown Heroes Banner Program are open until December 31st.
This program shines a light on Portland natives that have served- or are currently serving- our country by displaying their Military portrait, rank, branch and era of service on banners around Portland between May and Veteran's Day.
Forms can be picked up in the Business Office of City Hall (100 S Russell St) or you can them print them off along with more information by visiting our website:
https://www.cityofportlandtn.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=135

05/10/2025

Who loves a costume contest? Don't miss out during the Fall Festival on October 18th in downtown Portland! The costume contest will be at the Main Stage on E. Market Street at Noon.

Categories:
Baby & Toddler (5 and under)
Kids (6-12 years old)
Teens (13-17 years old)
Adults (18+)
Pets

All costumes must be family-friendly! Portland Fall Festival

27/09/2025

HOMETOWN HEROES BANNER PROGRAM:

Applications for the Hometown Heroes Banner Program will open on October 1st until December 31st.

This program shines a light on Portland natives that have served our country by displaying their Military portrait, rank, branch and era of service on banners around Portland between May and Veteran's Day.

Forms can be picked up in the Business Office of City Hall (100 S Russell St) or you can them print them off along with more information by visiting our website:
https://www.cityofportlandtn.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=135

24/09/2025

PLANNED WATER OUTAGE 9/25:
The City of Portland Utilities Department will be capping an old water line on Oakhill Dr tomorrow. The construction and water shutoff will take place between the hours of 9am and 12pm.

See the map below for more info about the affected area.

21/09/2025

WATER OUTAGE:
There is currently a water outage in the HWY 52 and 31W area. Crews are working on repairing a main break at this time and we aim to have the issue resolved by 10pm.

10/09/2025

Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Charges

On September 10, 2025, our License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras alerted officers to a vehicle driving with a stolen license plate. The vehicle was quickly located and stopped near a local school.

During a probable cause search, C Shift officers recovered:

• Methamphetamine
• Digital scale
• Large amount of cash
• 11 needles
• Spoon with drug residue
• Prescription medication
• Other drug paraphernalia

The suspect was taken into custody and transported to the Sumner County Jail, where he was charged with:

• Resale of Methamphetamine
• Drug Free School Zone
• Legend Drug Possession
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Use of Stolen Plates
• Misuse of Registration
• Financial Responsibility

We are proud of the vigilance of our officers and thankful for the technology that helps us keep Portland safe.

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