Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
TriMet announced that Washington County riders will see reduced service on Line 52-Farmington/185th starting November 30 due to a budget shortfall — evening trips after 9 p.m. will run once an hour.
Further cuts on other routes are planned for March 1 and beyond while TriMet asks for rider input via a survey open until Oct 31 and open houses at local libraries.
Oregon U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden pressed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to release all Epstein financial files after his office and the Senate Finance Committee reviewed over $1 billion in suspicious transactions on Valentine’s Day 2024—showing his drive to uncover hidden ties.
He introduced the Produce Epstein Treasury Records Act on Sept. 10 and vowed to push for full transparency as Oregon constituents demanded answers.
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.
Sunday Best Tasting at Jeju PDX
12:00 – 4:30 p.m. — CHO Wines — $40 — Enjoy curated wine tastings and gourmet snack boxes from James Beard nominated Chef Peter Cho.
Better Brains and Balance
9-9:50 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a blend of Tai Chi and brain games to enhance your balance and cognitive abilities.
Portland Gem and Mineral Show
10 AM – 6 PM — Westside Commons — $7 for weekend pass — Explore an exciting array of gems, minerals, and fossils while the kids enjoy special activities.
Gymtastics Play Zone
1-3:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — $4 for residents, $6 for non-residents — Encourage your child's physical creativity with fun movement-based play activities.
Better Brains and Balance
9-9:50 a.m. — Community Senior Center — $4 Resident, $6 Non-Resident — Engage in a unique mix of Tai Chi and brain games to enhance your balance and cognitive skill.
Nature Walk at Shadywood Park
12-1 p.m. — Shadywood Park — Free entry — Explore local habitats and wildlife with a family-friendly nature walk in Hillsboro.
Fire Station Community Open House
10 AM – 2 PM — Intel Gordon Moore Park at Ronler Acres — Free entry — Meet firefighters, tour the fire station, and enjoy a day of safety learning and fun for all ages.
Run for Hope
10 AM - 1 PM — Hare Field — Family-friendly run benefiting local community — Join the Hillsboro Police Department for a charity event promoting hope and community support.
OMSI Science Pub: Hillsboro
7-9 p.m. — Hillsboro Downtown Station — Free entry with $8 suggested donation — Engage with captivating scientific presentations from top Oregon experts in a vibrant food cart plaza.
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