Good morning, Hillsboro.

Oregonians earning minimum wage will receive a 50-cent hourly increase starting Wednesday; wages will rise to $16.80 in Portland, $15.55 in central counties, and $14.55 in rural eastern areas (full-time workers gain about $573 annually).

Oregon officials report the STEP program is helping SNAP recipients meet new federal work rules by offering free job training and career services, which helped 57% of participants find work as over 25,000 residents lost benefits this year (federal data).

The Oregon Department of Transportation is urging drivers to plan for Fourth-of-July weekend travel as summer construction continues, with work zones at the McCord Creek Bridge and Historic Columbia River Highway and an I-5 closure in the Rose Quarter scheduled for July 11— drivers should check TripCheck.com for live updates.

The Hillsboro Hops won their fifth straight series by taking four of six games against Vancouver (June 29), improving their record to 6-3 to start the season’s second half.

They will host Spokane for six games Tuesday through Friday.

Seratones Concert

— — Tom McCall Waterfront Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Ural Thomas & the Pain live in concert.

Nike Football Skills Development Camp

9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. — Hillsboro Stadium — $444 — Elevate your game with expert coaching and fun competitions at this co-ed skills development camp for young athletes.

Cornelius Pass Roadhouse History Tour

4-5:15 p.m. — Historic Imbrie Farm — $20 — Explore the rich history of Oregon's first McMenamins location on a guided tour.