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Wednesday, November 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Portage. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • At an Oshtemo Township board meeting on Monday night, officials voted 5 to 2 for a one-year moratorium on commercial battery energy storage projects near residential areas. The pause lets the board review ordinance changes—another vote is expected in two weeks before the policy takes effect.  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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  • Portage Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration

    6-8 p.m. — Celery Flats Historic Area — Free entry — Celebrate the season with tree lighting, Santa visits, and festive activities for the whole family.

    Sat, 12/6/25

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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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