Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
The City of Hillsboro will open a new year-round homeless shelter before the end of the year on Southwest 17 Avenue and Tualatin Valley Highway run by Project Homeless Connect with space for at least 75 people—40 shelter pods and 35 beds—and low-barrier admission that welcomes pets.
After a rough start to Friday’s session, lawmakers reached a deal on a transportation funding bill on Sunday to prevent layoffs at the Department of Transportation, fix roads and help transit.
The House voted on the package on Monday and the Senate will vote on it Wednesday—changes include higher gas, vehicle and title fees while ending a temporary payroll tax increase in 2028—ensuring funds for future projects.
The Hops ended their 2025 home season on Sunday with a loss to Vancouver, marking their final game at Hillsboro Ballpark—after 12 seasons—and will move to a new stadium next April while finishing the season at Tri-City.
Weekly BINGO Night
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — $1-5 per game — Enjoy fun and friendly competition with BINGO while snacking on affordable bistro items.
Meet the Artist: Shute Park Library Mural
12:15 - 1:15 p.m. — Shute Park - Hillsboro Library — Free entry — Connect with muralist Wesi and discover exciting design concepts for the new library mural.
Zumba Class
10:30-11:20 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy an energetic Zumba workout with all fitness levels welcome.
Mark Hanson & Greta Pedersen Concert
7-9 p.m. — Artichoke Community Music — $20 – $25 — Experience blazing fingerpicking and soulful vocals from this nationally awarded duo.
Hillsboro Drop-in All-Star Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Free entry — Join the fun with all-star drop-in basketball for everyone, including those with special needs.
Utilities Commission Meeting
1:30-3:00 p.m. — Hillsboro Civic Center — Free entry — Engage with the Utilities Commission as they discuss community utility issues and meeting materials.
Nature Walk at Dairy Creek Park
12-1 p.m. — Dairy Creek Park — Free entry — Explore local habitats and wildlife during a family-friendly nature walk.
Zumba Class: Free & Open to All
10:30-11:20 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Get your groove on with energizing Zumba classes for everyone.
Genealogy Research Assistance
1-3 p.m. — Hillsboro Brookwood Library — Free — Get expert help tracing your ancestry with resources and volunteers at the library.
Foot Care Services
9 AM – 4 PM — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — $45 — Get your feet pampered with a nail trim and inspection by a certified foot care nurse.
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