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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Hillsboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On May 5, 2025, Hillsboro’s Bag & Baggage Productions announced that the Native Theater Project gave cash prizes to five playwrights to develop plays about violence against Indigenous people—winners include Cherokee DeLanna Studi and Two-Spirit Honokee Dunn. The project will add workshops and staged readings next year to help share these plays and bring more attention to the crisis affecting Indigenous communities—using art to tell real stories. Hillsboro Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Portland Community College is launching an associate degree in Animation and Motion Graphics in fall 2025 as part of a partnership with Hillsboro-based LAIKA Studios. The program includes a $60,000 pledge to fund scholarships and a stop motion lab—providing hands-on training with industry-standard tools and experienced guidance. KATU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new report by the Oregon Coalition of Local Health Officials finds Oregon's public health system is in crisis due to reduced budgets, staffing shortages, low wages, and high turnover—issues that make it harder for local authorities to protect residents. Lawmakers are urged to invest an extra $65.2 million per biennium to help public health agencies prepare for future emergencies. KATU
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Yelp ranked 10 top brunch spots in the Portland area ahead of Mother’s Day based on review volume and ratings as of April 28, highlighting Family Café in downtown Beaverton and local favorite South Store Café in Hillsboro—which offers special pre-order options with a May 8 deadline. This list shows a mix of traditional and unique menus that cater to diverse tastes in our region. KOIN
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Oregon IFT Annual TopGolf Event 2025
5-9 p.m. — Topgolf Hillsboro — Individual Golfer: $90, Team of 6: $510 — Enjoy a spirited evening of golf while supporting scholarships for food science students.
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Line Dancing at the Community Senior Center
2:15-3:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Free entry — Dance and move your feet with skilled instructors Jeffrey and Claire Coomes.
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Zumba Class at Hillsboro Community Senior Center
11-11:50 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Groove to Latin beats in a fun and energetic Zumba class for all ages.
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Utilities Commission Meeting
1:30 – 3:00 PM — Hillsboro Civic Center — Free entry — Attend this informative meeting to discuss local utilities and access new digital resources.
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Community Bingo Night
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Game packets from $1 — Enjoy an evening of fun and prizes with friends at Bingo Night.
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Better Brains and Balance
9-10 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a combination of Tai Chi and brain games to enhance both mind and balance.
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Line Dancing at Community Senior Center
2:15-3:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Free drop-in — Dance along with instructors Jeffrey and Claire in a lively line dancing session for adults.
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Line Dancing Sessions
3-4 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Free entry — Dance your way into fitness with line dancing led by experienced instructors.
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Better Brains and Balance
9-10 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a fun mix of Tai Chi, brain games, and balance exercises to enhance both mind and body.
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Everett AquaSox at Hillsboro Hops
6:35 PM — Hillsboro Ballpark — Ticket prices may vary — Catch a thrilling minor league baseball matchup between the AquaSox and Hops.
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