Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
TriMet said its cleaning crews set records last year by pressure-washing stations, removing graffiti, and clearing litter—an effort boosted by 15 extra workers to improve the transit system’s look.
The agency expects to break more records this year and aims to bring ridership back to pre-pandemic levels.
Today, the Oregon House passed HB3546 to require the Public Utility Commission to have utilities charge large data centers for the extra grid costs instead of passing them on to households—aiming to ease power rate inequities as data centers continue to grow in our region.
The Oregon Senate passed a bill yesterday that stops hospitals and clinics from reporting medical debt on credit reports— the measure now heads to the House for review as part of efforts to shield borrowers amid high national medical collections.
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.
All Ability Drop-in Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy a welcoming basketball experience for all abilities in a community-oriented setting.
Library on the Loose at Quatama Crossing Apartments
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Quatama Crossing — Free entry — Engage in reading programs that spark literacy for all ages at this community event.
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