Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
On March 11 at 9:23 a.m.—Tigard police responded to an incident near Southwest Durham Road and Southwest 108th Avenue where an 86-year-old pedestrian was seriously injured when a heavy-duty ratchet strap fell from a passing truck, and they are asking the public to help identify a flatbed truck with a white cab and green lettering that did not stop after the incident.
Sherwood farmer Narendra Varma met with Congresswoman Andrea Salinas this week to warn that federal immigration policies—designed to deport violent immigrants—may leave his farm without enough skilled workers for the summer even if wages increase.
He said many experienced Hispanic workers are too scared to come to work, putting his vegetable and berry crops at risk.
The Portland Thorns are set for their home opener today at 7 p.m. at Providence Park as they aim to bounce back from a tough off-season and a loss to Kansas City.
New owners Alex and Lisa Bhathall and star Deyna Castellanos add promise as the team pushes for a playoff spot.
Exploring a Year in the Life of Artisanal Miners
Holly Rust and Brendan Traw will present experiences and photographic narratives of extracting and preparing world-class mineral specimens from the Pacific Northwest.
Nathalia: An Interactive Musical Experience for Families
Colombian-born songwriter Nathalia Palis will perform a dynamic, bilingual show featuring songs of empowerment and cultural exploration for families at the Walters Cultural Arts Center.
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
8-10 a.m. — Hillsboro Parks & Recreation Administration Office — Free entry — Explore community initiatives and engage in local parks discussions through the new CivicWeb Portal.
Material Girls Craft Group
10 AM – 12 PM — Community Senior Center — Free entry — Bring your crafts to share and connect with fellow crafters at the weekly Material Girls gathering.
HART Theatre Presents: Calendar Girls
2 p.m. — Hillsboro Artists' Regional Theatre — Tickets from $20 — Experience the heartfelt and humorous journey of women defying expectations for a good cause.
Weekly Zumba Class
11-11:50 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Get moving with high-energy Zumba sessions for all ages and skill levels.
Better Brains and Balance
9-10 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a mix of Tai Chi, brain games, and balance exercises to boost brain function and stability.
Bingo Night at the Senior Center
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — $1 and up — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bingo games and delicious bistro snacks.
Better Brains and Balance
9-10 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage your body and mind with a mix of Tai Chi, brain games, and balance exercises.
Zumba Class for Everyone
10:30-11:20 a.m. — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Get active with lively Zumba sessions geared for all participants.
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