Over the past year, reports from concerned citizens and observations of dogs off leash by Park staff have increased. Portage Parks & Recreation has a rule in place which requires all dogs to be on a 6 foot or retractable leash in all parks. Read on...
The City of Portage partners with Kalamazoo in Bloom each year to plant and maintain flower beds in the City Centre area. Volunteers are needed! Read on...
J.J. VandenBussche from PC Mustang Athletic Club and Chief Ranger Russ Phillips from Portage Parks & Recreation join host Mary Ruple to discuss the Inaugural PC Mustang Gallop 5K and the Portage park and trail system that is part of the race route. Read on...
The City of Portage invites interested firms to submit information regarding their experience, qualifications, and fees for temporary employment services for seasonal laborers and seasonal CDL-Class B laborers/drivers. Read on...
With warmer weather predicted next week, potholes may emerge on Portage roads. If you see potholes or if they become a problem - make sure to avoid them, then REPORT them! Read on...
Are you ready to put your passion to work and become a Police Officer with the Portage Department of Public Safety? The City of Portage would like to invest in the future of deserving candidates and the Portage Police Department. Read on...
The Portage Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) announces the inaugural Recycled Art Contest to promote recycling in Portage. This contest is for all ages. Hurry! The YAC is accepting only ten projects in each category. Read on...
Ray Waurio, the Deputy Director of Streets & Parks at the City of Portage joins host Mary Ruple to discuss the Spring Cleanup program and other Spring Curbside Collection Programs. Read on...
Are you interested in being part of the 2023 farmers market? The Portage Farmers Market is now accepting vendor applications for the season. Read on...
Are you ready to #ExplorePortageParks and experience unique programs and events offered by Portage Parks & Recreation? The 2023 Spring & Summer Parks & Recreation Guide is now available to view and download online at mypark.portagemi.gov. Read on...
The Portage Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) announces the inaugural Recycled Art Contest to promote recycling in Portage. Hurry! The YAC is accepting only ten projects in each category and entries must be received by Friday, April 7, 2023, at 5 PM. Read on...
On March 28, at approximately 4:00 p.m., the Portage Department of Public Safety Police and Fire Divisions responded to the 5100 block of W. Valley Circle, in Colonial Acres mobile home park, after a report was received that a subject had been stabbed. Read on...
On March 25, the Portage Department of Public Safety arrested Brandon Bryce Sullivan, age 29, of Portage, in the death of 18-month-old Jacob Flowers of Kalamazoo. Read on...
