Thursday, October 24th, 2024

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Good morning, Portage. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Portage city council approves construction of Stanwood Crossing, affordable housing for entry-level workers on Portage Road, aiming to have 44 homes ready by 2025 amidst concerns about traffic changes. WWMT
- ➤ MRC Industries and Western Michigan University hosted an art exhibition to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month, showcasing creative works by disabled artists to highlight employment opportunities. WWMT
- ➤ Portage unveils an online map for its third annual Halloween decorating contest, featuring 22 participants, with winners to be announced on Facebook and awarded at the next City Council meeting. WKZO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A report details the sale of homes for or under $200,000 in Portage and Vicksburg, highlighting the best deals on properties within that price range during the week of Oct. 14 to Oct. 20. MLive
- ➤ Recent property sales in Kalamazoo County showcase a diverse range of homes under $500,000, providing potential homebuyers with varied options from Oct. 14 to Oct. 20. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MDOT is close to completing a $51M project on U.S. 131 in Kalamazoo County, with two lanes opening, ending two years of detours and delays. MLive
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POMSQUAD+ Live Stream: Fall 2024 Schedule
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First Annual Friendsgiving Dinner Fundraiser
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