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Wednesday, November 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Portage. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Netflix announced that Nobody Wants This, a romantic comedy series featuring Michigan-born Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, is renewed for a third season that will premiere in 2026. Season 2 premiered on Oct. 23 and reached 18 million global views while topping Netflix’s Global English TV list for two weeks.  MLive

EDUCATION NEWS

  • As the federal government shutdown continues, education experts warn that Portage college students may face delays in processing new FAFSA applications because fewer federal staff are available—federal student loans and Pell Grants remain funded under mandatory spending. They advise students to file early and check their campus financial aid portals—applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.  WWMT

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Western Michigan men's basketball team opened its season with a 76-71 win over Coastal Carolina at University Arena on November 3—ten players scored for the Broncos with Jalen Griffith adding 15 points after the break. The win improved WMU to a 1-0 record as they began the season.  WWMT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Christmas Jellycat Launch Party

    5-7 p.m. — troVe — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of the Christmas Jellycats with a chance to win a Jack Jellycat Purse with each purchase.

    Thu, 11/13/25

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  • WMU Turkey Trot

    8:30 AM — Student Recreation Center — Registration fees apply — Participate in a festive 5K run or walk, either in person or virtually.

    Sat, 11/22/25

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  • KAR Turkey Trot Time Prediction Run

    2-3 p.m. — 7361 Moorsbridge Rd, Portage, MI — Family-friendly fun — Participate in a holiday tradition predicting your race time in this community run.

    Thu, 11/27/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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