Recent Updates

U.P. Health System-Portage Responds To Medicare Fraud Settlement

Portage Hospital has agreed to pay more than $4.4 million to settle allegations that a staff physical therapist at Portage Health Home Care and Hospice had submitted false Medicare claims. The U.S. Department of Justice says that hospital officials reported the findings to the U.S. Department of Health and Human …

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Bridge Closure Schedule Revised

This week‘s previously announced schedule for closures of the Portage Lake Lift Bridge has been revised.   The new schedule for the remainder of the week calls for two-hour closures between 2:00am 4:00am Wednesday and Friday.   There will also be multiple 15 to 20 minute closures between 7:00pm Wednesday …

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Birding Trails Gaining Popularity

Michigan’s five birding trails offer wildlife-viewing adventure Those looking for an outdoor adventure this spring are encouraged to give birding trails a try! With increasing popularity, birding trails are popping up along Michigan’s scenic roadways. Now with five different trails to explore, for the beginning birder or the seasoned veteran, …

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