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Portage, Michigan

Located in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, Portage was established in 1963. South Kalamazoo suburb. Named for the portage between the Kalamazoo River and Portage Creek.
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Founded 1963 | Population 49,000 | Peak 49,000 (2024) | County Kalamazoo County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Portage, Michigan

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1963 Founded: Portage was founded as a maritime community in Kalamazoo County.
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1963 Incorporated: S Kalamazoo suburb.
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2010 Modern Era: Portage continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020 Modern Growth: Portage continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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1963 Government
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Did You Know?

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South Kalamazoo suburb.
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Named for the portage between the Kalamazoo River and Portage Creek.
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Major retail corridor along Westnedge Avenue.
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Portage is located in Kalamazoo County, Michigan.
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Portage was founded in 1963.

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