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The Portland Beacon to be an independent hyperlocal news source focused on Portland Michigan and neighboring communities.

The Portland Beacon was started in August of 2017 to serve as a local news source for Portland, Michigan, and neighboring communities.

12/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/area-football-players-earn-all-state-honors

The Michigan High School Football Coaches Association (MHSFCA) recently announced all-state honors for the 2025 season. In Division 4, Portland senior running back Kayden Dickerson and senior linebacker Brad Meyers were named as all-state. In 8-Player Division 2, St. Patrick’s had senior offensive...

12/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/lady-shamrocks-top-chaps-in-season-opener

The St. Patrick Girls Varsity Basketball team hosted the CHAPS Chariots for their season opener Tuesday evening. The Shamrocks defeated the Chariots 40-33 in a physical and fast paced matchup. The team was led by Mattie Honsowitz who had 21 points, 9 rebounds and 2 blocks. Gracelyn Rockey added 10 p...

12/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/phs-boys-wrestling-opening-week-recap

Veteran leadership shined as the MHSAA Boys Wrestling Season opened, with the Raiders returning ten wrestlers to this year’s roster—including six state qualifiers and five state placers from last season. The Raiders hosted the Holt Rams in their season-opening dual on Wednesday, December 3rd. So...

12/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/consumers-energy-provides-assistance-to-help-michigan-s-seniors-stay-safe-and-warm-this-winter

People 65 and Older Eligible for Bill Credits, Shut-Off Protection As Michigan prepares for another cold winter, Consumers Energy is highlighting energy bill assistance and safeguards for seniors. Those include shut-off protection and $4 monthly electric bill credits that are available to most house...

11/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/raider-bowlers-stay-hot-with-wins-over-lansing-catholic-and-eaton-rapids

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....

11/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/rachel-gross-announces-campaign-for-michigan-state-house-of-representatives-78th-district

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 Stat...

11/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/michigan-high-school-sports-participation-continues-to-outpace-national-population-ranking

Michigan High School Sports Participation Continues to Outpace National Population RankingMichigan’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...

11/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/library-news-38

Gift Wrap PartyWrap 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...

04/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/portland-district-library-announces-winter-programming

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

04/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/phs-bowlers-open-season-with-sweep-of-lansing-catholic

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....

04/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/sunfield-christmas-on-main-street-is-this-saturday

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 Grinc...

04/12/2025

https://www.theportlandbeacon.com/single-post/terry-frewen-announces-campaign-for-michigan-s-78th-house-district

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 U...

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