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Are you interested in local government, serving your fellow citizens, and helping your city grow and thrive? If you said yes to all three, then volunteering at the City of Portage is for you! The city is seeking dedicated volunteers to serve on certain ad...

Stuff a Fire Truck

On Sunday, December 11, the Portage Department of Public Safety will host “Stuff a Fire Truck,” a donation drive benefitting Twelve Baskets Food Pantry, from 10 AM to 3 PM at Sam’s Club on South Westnedge Avenue.  Do...

Traditional Holiday & Tree Lighting Ceremony

Experience the spirit of the holiday season this Saturday, December 3, at the City of Portage Traditional Holiday & Tree Lighting Ceremony.  Begin the night at the City Centre Mayor’s Tree.  At 6 PM, the winner of the &...

Portage Holiday Market

Portage Holiday Market Returns Saturday, December 3

The Portage Holiday Market will take place on Saturday, December 3 from 9 AM to 2 PM at the Portage Zhang Senior Center, 203 East Centre Avenue.  

Shop from local vendors selling gifts, art, stock...

Portage Connect - Winter Driving & Package Safety

Lieutenant Matt Wolfe from Portage Public Safety - Police Division joins host Mary Ruple to discuss winter driving safety, holiday parcel safety, and holiday shopping safety. Click HERE to listen.  If you have a podcast idea, send us an email a p...

Student Loan Debt Relief

APPLY FOR FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN DEBT RELIEF.  This one-time debt relief is provided by the U.S. Department of Education (ED) as part of the Biden-Harris Administration student debt relief plan. It’s a program that provides eligible borro...

Heated Restrooms and Plowed Recreation Trails in Portage Parks

As temperatures begin to drop, Portage Parks & Recreation will continue to provide ample outdoor recreation opportunities.  All City of Portage parks will remain open from 7 AM to 7 PM daily.  During late fall, winter and early sprin...