Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
🏛️ Government
US Sen. Ron Wyden said he will fight a House budget that may cut federal funding for Meals on Wheels, risking a reduction of 400,000 to 500,000 meals in the tri-county area & threatening the nutrition of local seniors.
The nonprofit relies on federal funds & supplemental support to deliver meals to homebound adults.
On Monday, the Oregon House passed a bill that ends recreational and commercial trapping of beavers near impaired waterways—letting the animals dam streams to help keep water in place.
Lawmakers hope the change will boost natural cleaning on more than 100,000 miles of water and support a healthier ecosystem.
A federal trial is underway in Oregon City as the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde challenge PGE’s plan to condemn 5 acres near Willamette Falls—arguing that the claimed safety concerns are unproven and risk ending traditional fishing practices.
Tribal members and local officials held rallies and stressed that the move will limit public access—citing over 100 years of safe operations at the site.
On Thursday, the Oregon House passed House Bill 3819 that lets the State Board of Massage Therapists post violation placards, impose higher fines, and add licensed therapists to mandatory reporters to combat human trafficking in illicit massage businesses.
The bill requires tougher penalties such as a Class C felony for repeat offenders—while some lawmakers worry it may unintentionally lead to discrimination against small Chinese-owned operations.
🎉 Hillsboro Events
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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.
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
8-10 a.m. — Hillsboro Parks & Recreation Administration Office — Free entry — Access the CivicWeb Portal for user-friendly navigation of meeting materials and join discussions about local parks and recreation initiatives.
Line Dancing at Community Senior Center
2:15-3:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Free entry — Dance your heart out with professionals while learning the steps of line dancing.
Arbor Day Activities at Día de los Niños
12-4 p.m. — Shute Park — Free entry — Celebrate Arbor Day with fun activities and free saplings at this family-friendly event.
Free Zumba Classes for Everyone
11-11:50 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Join in for an energizing Zumba workout led by experienced instructors.
Better Brains and Balance
9-10 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Improve brain power and balance through a mix of Tai Chi and brain games.
Bingo Night at Community Senior Center
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Game packets start at $1 — Enjoy an evening of bingo fun and tasty bistro snacks with great prizes.
Better Brains and Balance
9-10 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a blend of Tai Chi and brain games designed to enhance both brain power and balance.
Free Zumba Class
10:30-11:20 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free — Enjoy energizing Zumba classes open to everyone in the community.
antkwak Early Learning Center Dedication and Soft Open
We invite community members to join us for light refreshments, fun and games for young children and their families as we celebrate and offer a preview of the new antkwak Early Learning Center. In this facility, an estimated 2,000 infants and children will be evaluated annually to determine eligibility for intervention and special education services and our eleven classrooms will host early learning offerings with special attention to the needs of children with disabilities.
antkwak Early Learning Center Dedication and Soft Open
We invite community members to join us for light refreshments, fun and games for young children and their families as we celebrate and offer a preview of the new antkwak Early Learning Center. In this facility, an estimated 2,000 infants and children will be evaluated annually to determine eligibility for intervention and special education services and our eleven classrooms will host early learning offerings with special attention to the needs of children with disabilities.
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