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Partial Phone Outage
The City of Portage and its departments are experiencing a partial service outage affecting external calling (incoming\outgoing).
This Week at the Market
The Portage Zhang Farmers Market is open on Sundays, from 9 AM to 1 PM, now through mid-October at 125 East Centre Avenue. Here's what's going on this week at the market.
Celebrate the Season with Portage Fall Fest this Saturday, September 19
Welcome in autumn with Fall Fest this Saturday, September 19, from 10 AM to 1 PM at Celery Flats, 7335 Garden Lane.
National Voter Registration Day
It's National Voter Registration Day! Since 2012, National Voter Registration Day has been celebrated each September.
Boil Water Advisory Lifted Effective September 10, 2026
The boil water advisory that went into effect on September 8, 2026, for 6742 – 6852 Windemere Street, 1412 and 1420 Hardwick Avenue, and 6852 Greenview Avenue has been lifted.
This Week at the Market
Each week, the Portage Zhang Farmers Market features a large variety of local vendors, food trucks, and music! Here's what's going on this week at the market.
Council Capsule
Did you miss the September 8 Portage City Council meeting? Here are the actions that took place.
City Council Appoints Karen Dempsey-Horan as Portage City Manager
The Portage City Council appointed Karen Dempsey-Horan as the next City Manager for the City of Portage during its September 8 meeting.
Plan Ahead To Vote
Are you planning to vote in the November 3 Election and travel out of state for the winter or head to college in the fall?
Secretary of State Mailer
Heads up, Portage! We want you to be aware that the State of Michigan will be sending out a voter registration mailer starting September 8, 2026.
The Portage Bike Committee Presents PORTAGE P3 on Sunday, September 13
Families, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to join the fun at Portage P3 (Parks Poker Pedal), a new regional biking event presented by the Portage Bike Committee.
West Centre Avenue Road Construction: Oakland Drive to Shaver Road
On Tuesday, September 8, 2026, starting at 9 AM, traffic on West Centre Avenue will shift to the two south lanes of the roadway in preparation for milling and paving on the north side of West Centre Avenue.