A Nashville man who was stopped in Portland for not having properly functioning tag lights was arrested on Nov. 30 on multiple charges, including drug-related charges and being in possession of a stolen firearm.
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A Franklin, Kentucky man who eluded police in Franklin was caught by the Sumner County Sheriff’s Department after he crashed his vehicle on Coker Ford Road in Portland on Nov. 12.
The annual Portland Christmas Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 4 at 5 p.m.
The Temple Theatre is hosting a Dinner and Christmas Show on Friday, Dec. 10 at the facility for those looking for a holiday activity.
Continuing support from the Portland community and beyond has helped a World War II veteran get back home, just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.
The City of Portland held its annual lighting of the Christmas tree on Nov. 23 in the Downtown Mini Park.
Sumner CountyCharles C. Bush, 44, of the 1200 block of McKendreel Chapel Road, Franklin, Ky., was charged with DUI (1st offense) and being a fugitive from justice on Nov. 12 by Deputy R. Pasley. Bond was set at $75,000 with a court date scheduled for Jan. 18 in Sumner County General Sessions Court.
The 1-2 year old girls winners include Amelia Zimmerman, winner; Harper Patterson, first runner up; Olivia Groves, second runner up; and Delilah Boyed, photogenic (not pictured).
The 11-14 year old gils winners include Reese Boyd, winner; Madison Mayes, first runner up and Congeniality; and Madison Fitzgerald, second runner up and photogenic.
The 3-4 year old girls winners include Jane Collins, winner and photogenic, and Emma Wilkerson, first runner up. .
The 5-6 year old girls winners include Rosaleigh Wellman, winner; Charlotte McCrory, first runner up; Jade East, second runner up; and Ella Spears, photogenic.
The 1-2 year old boys winner and photogenic is Callaway Collins.
When Rob Lesemann married the former Ginger Hinton in 1989, little did the Gallatin native know how much volleyball would have an impact on their lives as a couple. Some 32 years later, a legacy has come to an end.
Senior band member Justin Averill is escorted by his parents, Gerard and Maureen Averill.
Anna Elizabeth Ferrell is escorted by her parents, Matt and Jessie Ferrell. The Ferrells also escorted Jonathan Inderit.
Leah Gassaway is escorted by her parents, Kenneth and Laura (by virtual) Gassaway.
Matt Graves is escorted by his parents, Billy and Paula Graves.
Jakob Young is escorted by his parents, Amy and Angie Young.
Senior band member Preston Aldrich is escorted by his parents, Aaron Aldrich and Jamie Evans.
Emily Cottonis is escorted by her parents, Scott and Sarah Cotton
Golf member Kalen Poghen is escorted by parents, Carl and Pamela Poghen.
A Dallas, Texas man was arrested in Portland after smoking drugs inside the restroom of The Farmers Bank on Nov. 17.
An old idea with a new revision is under way through the Portland Chamber of Commerce.
The Sumner County School Board’s District 9 seat will again have a competitive race in next year’s election.
The Portland Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the Shop Local Passport to encourage people to shop local while receiving an award.
Portland’s City Council approved during its Nov. 15 meeting a request from the City of Mitchellville to provide 12 new sewer taps.
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Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee said last Wednesday he plans to sign a wide-reaching bill strictly limiting what governments and companies can require to address the COVID-19 pandemic, despite opposition from prominent business interests.
A Portland man was arrested on multiple drug-related charges after being stopped on Nov. 8 in Millersville.
Portland’s Planning Commission gave a grudging approval to a conceptual plan for the controversial Sunflower Subdivision project during the board’s Nov. 9 meeting.
There will be a new voice on the microphone for Portland High School football next season.
A Portland man was arrested on multiple drug-related charges after being stopped on Nov. 8 in Millersville.
Dollar General is excited to announce its store at 133 West Roberts Rd in Portland is now open.
Cole Thompson of Portland was among over 600 first-year students welcomed to the Baldwin Wallace University campus this fall who earned more than $12 million in merit scholarships.
Members of Portland’s City Council received a briefing on school security from Police Chief Jason Williams during the assembly’s Nov. 1 meeting.
Above: Food Lion held a ribbon cutting on Nov. 3 to celebrate the store’s remodel. Right: A look inside the remodel at the Portland Food Lions.
A look inside the remodel at the Portland Food Lions.
Veterans in and around the Portland area for years were honored for their service with the annual Veterans Day Breakfast that was held in the Family Life Center of Portland First Baptist Church.
Beginning next summer, commercial and industrial building owners in Portland could start paying a new bill for dedicated fire lines.
A Portland man who called police and told them there was a shooting at his residence because he wanted a faster response time regarding his high blood pressure got more than he bargained for with the call.
A number of Portland and Sumner County realtors with Exit Realty received recognition recently for their work.
A group of Midstate conservatives is planning a “Freedom Rally” this weekend in Trousdale County to protest what they see as government overreach.
PortlandJames Harris, 44, of the 300 block of Portland Blvd., Portland, was charged with two counts of domestic assault on Oct. 26 by Officer Novak Sheriff. Bond was set at $5,000 with a court date scheduled for Nov. 3 in Sumner County General Sessions Court.
A Portland man was arrested on four counts of domestic assault stemming from an incident on Oct. 26 where he allegedly threatened to shoot his family and himself.
PortlandBobby Clubbs, 47, of the 100 block of Martin Road, Portland, was charged with driving on a revoked license and possession of marijuana on Oct. 22 by Officer S. Conyer. Bond was set at $10,000 with a courtdate scheduled for Nov. 23 in Sumner County General Sessions Court.
State education officials are hearing from parents, teachers and even students as they work toward changing the way public schools are funded in Tennessee.
Portland will hold its annual Christmas parade on Dec. 4 at 5 p.m., with this year’s theme being “Candyland.”
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