Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
In-N-Out Burger has filed eight permits for a new restaurant at Tanasbourne Town Center in Hillsboro—five permits have been approved for structural work, electrical systems, sewer connections, and utilities while the remaining ones are still under review and site work has begun.
Once construction starts, it will take about eight to nine months to finish, though the chain has not given a timeline yet.
Travel Oregon announced Monday that Oregon reached Accessibility Verified status—making it the first state to earn this designation by partnering with Wheel the World and evaluating over 750 tourism businesses for inclusive travel.
Advocate Kaylee Bays said her trips to Smith Rock and Hosmer Lake showed that the state is taking real steps to make outdoor adventures accessible to everyone.
A proposal by the Oregon Center for Public Policy will require large publicly traded corporations to file detailed tax and financial information with the Secretary of State in the next legislative session—this move is meant to help lawmakers see how companies calculate their taxes and benefit from breaks. The measure is designed to increase transparency in corporate tax practices.
Westside High School Football Committee released its predictions for this week’s games, noting records of 14 wins to 2 losses last week and 29 wins to 5 losses over two weeks while forecasting wins in match-ups such as Hillsboro at Aloha.
The committee expects local teams to play hard on the gridiron—especially the Spartans, who aim to bounce back after a tough loss.
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.
Community Bingo Night
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Game packets from $1 — Enjoy a night of bingo and bistro treats with friends at this local gathering.
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