Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
💼 Business
OnPoint Community Credit Union will open its new branch—located in Reed’s Crossing Town Center—on Friday, Aug.
8 at 7833 S.E. Blanton St to offer full financial services. The credit union will host a community event on Saturday, Sept. 20 and donate $5,000 to a local nonprofit.
🎓 Education
Starting next year, Oregon schools will ban cell phones during class due to Governor Tina Kotek's executive order 25-09 and districts must fund pouches to lock up students' phones by January 1, 2026.
Some schools, including those in Hillsboro School District and Portland Public Schools, have asked for tax-deductible donations to help cover the roughly $35 cost per pouch — a move aimed at boosting classroom learning and protecting student mental health.
🌲 Environment
An 8.8 earthquake off Russia on July 30th triggered a tsunami that produced small waves along the West Coast—with Port Orford recording a 1.4-foot wave and Charleston seeing 0.9 feet, while Crescent City reached 4 feet.
Officials in Oregon and Washington issued a tsunami advisory and urged people to keep away from the water due to strong currents.
🏛️ Government
Oregon and 19 other states made a deal with federal agencies Friday—pausing new rules on Head Start, Title X, and other community benefits until early September to keep thousands of children and families from losing important services.
The pause comes after a lawsuit argued that the rushed policy changes would have forced sudden and confusing program shifts.
🏥 Health
Reser’s Fine Foods, with a supply plant in Hillsboro, has recalled ham salad products because USDA testing found breadcrumbs may carry listeria—customers should discard these products and sanitize any surfaces where they were stored.
The FDA earlier announced a recall of select tuna salad items supplied by Reser’s at Albertsons stores in four states, and no illnesses have been reported yet.
🏈 Sports
On Tuesday in Spokane, the Hops won 5—2 as pitcher Ashton Izzi made his debut by striking out six in five innings while allowing two runs early.
The win starts a 12-game road trip that includes a series of six games in Spokane.
🎉 Hillsboro Events
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Free Community Zumba Class
10:30-11:20 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Dance your way to fitness with energetic Zumba classes open to all.
Oregon Battle of the Books Mock Battle
11 AM – 12 PM — Scappoose Public Library — Registration required — Test your knowledge in a head-to-head mock battle of popular children's books.
Mexican Train Dominoes
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy a fun morning playing the classic game of Mexican Train Dominoes with friends and family.
Foot Care Services
9 AM – 4 PM — Community Senior Center — $45 — Receive professional foot care including nail trimming and inspection from a certified nurse.
Park Pop-Up at McKinney Park
10:30 a.m. — McKinney Park — Free entry — Engage in fun activities like Rollin' Rec and Mobile Makers for the whole family.
Foot Care Services
9 AM – 4 PM — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — $45 — Get your nails trimmed and feet inspected by a certified Foot Care Nurse.
Guelaguetza in Oregon
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Shute Park — Free entry — Celebrate the rich traditions of Oaxaca with vibrant dances, music, and authentic cuisine.
Zumba Class for All Ages
11-11:50 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled Zumba workout with Maria Garcia in a welcoming community space.
Foot Care Services
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Community Senior Center — $45 — Get your feet pampered with a nail trim and inspection by a certified Foot Care Nurse.
Library on the Loose at Butternut Creek Park
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Butternut Creek Park — Free entry — Enjoy games, live performances, and activities for all ages with the local library and community partners.
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