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Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Hillsboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ H.A.R.T. Theatre in Downtown Hillsboro is drawing local attention with its musical Bright Star—written by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell and co-directed by Elise Byrne and Amelia Segler—that runs from June 14th to June 29th; tickets are selling fast as audiences enjoy the sweeping story of love and redemption set in the American South. Hillsboro Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbia County Sheriff warned that losing a $2.2 million federal boating safety grant has cut marine law enforcement funding by 30% because Oregon did not meet new grant conditions due to its sanctuary status. His office now plans to have only one deputy on the water while officials work to find alternative funding—if no support comes, the marine program may be ended. KOIN
- ➤ Today, Oregon lawmakers passed a bill to tax nicotine pouches at 0.65 cents for packs with 20 or fewer pouches and 3 cents per pouch for larger packs—an effort expected to raise up to $30 million for wildfire prevention. The bill will be reviewed by the Senate and take effect 91 days after the legislative session ends. KATU
- ➤ Washington County leaders, community organizations and advocacy partners met at Centro Cultural today to address ICE threats to immigrant communities and reaffirm the county’s sanctuary law—promising to protect residents and build trust. Local officials shared personal stories and urged support from neighbors to ensure safety for all, emphasizing that no one should live in fear. KATU
- ➤ Washington County fire agencies enacted a high-fire danger burn ban on June 23 that prohibits backyard, open, and agricultural burning—only small, safely contained recreational or cooking fires are allowed. County fire chiefs said the ban will remain until weather improves—and noncompliant fires risk immediate extinguishment and penalties. Hillsboro News-Times
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pacific Conference announced its all-league baseball and softball honors Monday, June 23, with league champion Sherwood earning five first-team spots on the softball side while McMinnville led baseball with 13 honorees. High school players from teams including Forest Grove, Glencoe and Century received awards — marking standout seasons for many local athletes. Hillsboro News-Times
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Arts & Culture Council Meeting
4-6 p.m. — Walters Cultural Arts Center — Free entry — Engage in discussions on community arts and culture initiatives.
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Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
8-10 a.m. — Hillsboro Parks & Recreation Administration Office — Free entry — Engage with community initiatives and explore the new CivicWeb Portal for meeting information.
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Line Dancing Session
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Dance and move your feet one step at a time with expert instruction.
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Park Pop-Up Kick-off at Shute Park
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Shute Park — Free entry — Experience family fun with Rollin' Rec, Wetlands on Wheels, and more at the kick-off event in Hillsboro.
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Zumba Class
11-11:50 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy vibrant Zumba classes to get moving and grooving every Monday.
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Foot Care Services
9 AM – 4 PM — Community Senior Center — $45 — Nail trimming and foot inspections performed by a certified Foot Care Nurse.
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BINGO Night at the Senior Center
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Game packets from $1 — Enjoy an evening of bingo with prizes and a variety of bistro snacks.
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Better Brains and Balance
9:00 – 9:50 AM — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a mix of Tai Chi and brain games to enhance both balance and cognitive skills.
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Hillsboro Rotary Independence Day Parade
10 a.m. — Hillsboro Downtown Partnership — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a festive parade featuring over a century of community spirit from the Hillsboro Rotary.
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Monthly Blueberry Pancake Breakfast
8-10 a.m. — Twin Oaks Airpark — Open to the public — Enjoy delicious blueberry pancakes in a welcoming community atmosphere at the airpark.
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