Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
Food banks in Oregon face challenges after the USDA paused $500 million in food deliveries nationwide (cutting about 90 truckloads of food).
The Oregon Food Bank estimated a $7 million funding loss (which may reduce help for more than 10,000 people) as federal cuts take effect.
On Thursday, supporters of Senate Bill 1060 presented the bill to a Senate committee, arguing that hospitals should display prices upfront — the measure would offer Oregonians extra protection even though a federal disclosure law has been in effect since 2021 and must first move out of committee before any vote.
New Oregon Health Authority data shows that between 2023 and 2024 prescriptions for life-ending medications under the Death with Dignity Act increased from 561 to 607 while deaths declined from 386 to 376—data that follows a surge last year after lifting the state residency rule.
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.
Bella’s Bunny Hop Easter Egg Hunt
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Bella Organic Farm — Ticket required — Enjoy a fun-filled Easter celebration with egg hunts for all ages and unique activities for adults.
Zumba Class for All Ages
11-11:50 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Get moving with lively Zumba sessions every Monday and Friday.
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 for improved mental and physical wellness.
Arts & Culture Council Meeting
4-6 p.m. — Walters Cultural Arts Center — Free entry — Explore local arts initiatives and engage in discussions about community cultural planning.
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