NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 10, 2026
Contact: Mary Beth Block, Public Information Officer, (269) 329-4405
Raising Cane’s to Open New Portage Location; Traffic Plan in Place to Manage Increased Activity
The City of Portage is excited to welcome Raising Cane’s to the community with the opening of its new restaurant at 6005 South Westnedge Avenue. The grand opening is scheduled for Tuesday, February 17, and marks just the fifth Raising Cane’s location in Michigan.
City officials anticipate increased traffic in the area, particularly at the already busy intersection of Westnedge Avenue and Milham Avenue, as residents and visitors gather to celebrate the opening. In preparation, the Portage Department of Public Safety, in coordination with the Department of Transportation & Utilities, has developed a comprehensive traffic management plan that will remain in place during the initial period of high traffic to the restaurant to help mitigate congestion and ensure public safety.
Traffic Access and Circulation Plan
To support safe and efficient traffic flow during the opening period, the following measures will be in effect:
- All Raising Cane’s customers must enter the site from northbound Westnedge Avenue, using the right curb lane as a vehicle queue.
- Motorists queued on Westnedge must not block nearby business driveways or intersections. Leave room for other cars to enter/exit adjacent lots and roadways.
- Vehicles exiting Raising Cane’s must turn right onto eastbound Milham Road and follow Newport Street and Gladys Street to return to Westnedge Avenue.
- Customers traveling eastbound on Milham Road must use Newport Street and Gladys Street to access the queue on Westnedge Avenue.
- Northbound through traffic on Westnedge Avenue should utilize the left travel lanes.
Motorist Advisory
Motorists traveling in the area are encouraged to consider alternate routes to avoid delays:
- East/west travel: Romence Road or Kilgore Road
- North/south travel: Oakland Drive or Lovers Lane
Drivers are also asked to follow all posted signage and electronic message boards throughout the area.
The City of Portage appreciates the public’s cooperation as it welcomes a new business to the community and works to maintain safe and efficient traffic operations during this highly anticipated opening.
For additional updates, residents are encouraged to follow the City of Portage social media channels and the city website.
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