Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Hillsboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Between April and July, Oregon recorded its fourth-driest period and nearly 80% of the Northwest is in drought — more than half with severe or extreme conditions as measured by the U.S. Drought Monitor. State climatologist Larry O’Neill said reduced spring rain has raised wildfire risks and led to drought emergencies in several counties, while forecasts for winter remain mixed. Hillsboro News-Times
- ➤ Officials detected the emerald ash borer Tuesday morning in Portland, putting nearly 100,000 trees at risk as the invasive beetle spread to Washington, Yamhill, Marion and Clackamas counties—Portland Parks and Recreation released a plan that uses insecticides and tree removal to curb the infestation. The city will work with state and regional partners to monitor the spread and safeguard the urban forest. KOIN
- ➤ Emerald ash borer was detected in traps in six new Washington County sites including Hazeldale Park—about a mile west of Beaverton—and Killin Wetlands Nature Park near Banks, the Oregon Department of Forestry said. Hillsboro will treat about 500 public ash trees along its western and southern boundaries to help slow the pest’s spread. Hillsboro News-Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CVS Pharmacy now requires a prescription for updated COVID-19 shots in Oregon after reviewing new federal guidance and patients must walk in to a pharmacy because online scheduling is unavailable—state officials expect more clarity after the ACIP meeting on Sept 18th-19th. Hillsboro News-Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tigard High School girls soccer tied McDaniel 1-1 after sophomore Mia Newton scored a late goal with 4:51 minutes left in Tuesday’s match on home turf—improving the team’s record to 1-1-1. The Tigers will face state power Grant today at 6:30 p.m. at Delta Park’s Strausser Field. Hillsboro News-Times
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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.
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Genealogy Research Assistance
1-3 p.m. — Hillsboro Brookwood Library — Free — Get expert help tracing your ancestry with resources and volunteers at the library.
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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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1-Hour Nashville Line Dancing Class
9 – 10 AM — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Learn line dancing steps with expert instructors and enjoy a fun-filled morning.
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Hillsboro Harvest Festival 2025
12-7 p.m. — Jerry Willey Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly harvest festival with live music, vendors, and fun activities for all ages.
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Gymtastics Play Zone
1-3:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — $4 residents, $6 non-residents — Unstructured play sessions for kids 0-6, fostering physical creativity and body awareness.
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Bingo Night at Hidden Creek
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Free entry — Win prizes and socialize at this fun monthly bingo event for ages 14 and up.
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Foot Care Services
9 AM – 4 PM — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — $45 — Receive a professional foot care treatment with nail trim and inspection from a certified nurse.
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Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
8-10 a.m. — Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve — Free entry — Discuss community parks and recreational initiatives at the monthly commission meeting.
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48th Annual Festival of Quilts
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Wingspan Event & Conference Center — Entry fee not specified — Explore over 300 stunning quilts and enjoy demonstrations at this annual quilting celebration.
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