Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
On Thursday in Portland, the Oregon Justice Resource Center hosted 'This is Innocence' to raise funds for the Oregon Innocence Project, which uses DNA research and legal advances to help free Oregonians wrongfully imprisoned—supporting individuals like Jesse Johnson who later had his conviction overturned.
On Thursday, September 11, candidates filed to run in Oregon's 2026 elections—voters will choose a U.S. senator, members of Congress, a governor, state senators and representatives, and local officials while well-known incumbents like Senator Merkley plan to run again.
TriMet has shut down MAX service west of Providence Park for a week—repairing overhead wires and track ahead of the Timbers game Saturday and downtown Staycation events.
Some riders from Hillsboro reported crowded shuttles and delays as service is set to resume Sunday morning.
Beaverton High School boys soccer team built on last season’s strong record with wins over Lake City, Idaho, Franklin and Lake Oswego and a tie at South Eugene.
Coach Jason Carney said the team has embraced the Beavers Way — a commitment to do the right thing — and aims to win a state title this season.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Family Open Studios
10 AM – 12 PM — Walters Cultural Arts Center — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of art making together with friends and family, exploring materials and storytelling.
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