Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
Washington County Fair will run from July 18 to 27 at Hillsboro’s Westside Commons—featuring a free main stage with country, tribute, Latin and rock acts.
The fair will also offer carnival rides, fried foods and livestock shows—adding extra attractions for visitors.
Intel is laying off 529 workers at its Hillsboro and Aloha campuses, with many being engineers.
The first job separations will begin on July 15 and run for 14 days — all affected employees have received the required legal notice.
Robert Atrops, 71, was sentenced Tuesday to life in prison with possible parole after 25 years for the 1988 murder of his estranged wife, Deborah Lee Atrops, whose body was found in the car trunk after she failed to pick up her daughter as scheduled—authorities reopened the case with witness interviews and a review of forensic evidence.
On July 8th, 483 transportation workers received layoff notices from the Oregon Department of Transportation amid a funding emergency and will remain employed until July 31.
Governor Tina Kotek warned that the cuts — the first of two rounds — will reduce winter road services and may lead to more layoffs early next year.
Park Pop-Up at Shadywood Park
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Shadywood Park — Free entry — Experience Mobile Makers and Library on the Loose activities in a fun park setting.
Free Zumba Class Open to All
10:30-11:20 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Groove to the rhythm and enjoy a fun workout for all ages.
Adaptive Racket Sports Clinic
1-3 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Free entry — Experience a variety of racket sports in an inclusive setting for all ages and abilities.
Zumba Class: Free & Open to All
11-11:50 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled Zumba class led by Maria Garcia for all skill levels.
Foot Care Service
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — $45 — Receive professional foot care by a certified nurse for a healthier you.
Weekly Bingo Night
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Game packets start at $1 — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of Bingo with chances to win prizes.
Library on the Loose Outreach Event
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Orenco Woods Nature Park — Free entry — Explore literacy games, activities, and live performances in a natural setting.
Free Zumba Class for All
10:30-11:20 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free — Enjoy a lively Zumba class and dance your way to fitness with community members.
La Strada dei Pastelli Chalk Art Festival 2025
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Hillsboro Farmers' Markets — Free entry — Experience vibrant chalk art and local performances at this unique summer festival.
Forest Grove Concours d'Elegance
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM — Pacific University Forest Grove Campus — $Varies — Celebrate automotive elegance at the 51st Forest Grove Concours d’Elegance featuring Porsche displays.
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