Good morning, Hillsboro.

St. Paul Rodeo chose its 2027 royal court: Layla Knight of Lafayette is queen, and Haylei Hull of Sherwood and Ellie Ryan of Hillsboro are princesses.

They will represent the rodeo at local appearances and PRCA events, and tickets for the June 30 through July 4 rodeo will go on sale Nov. 18.

US Signal announced Tuesday, Oct.

27 that it bought a 63,000-sqft data center at 3295 N.E. 83rd Ave. for $20 million and plans to expand colocation and fiber services, while Hillsboro's moratorium and new rules may affect any future expansion.

A Bethany resident reported seeing a bobcat on his property on Monday, Oct.

26 a few blocks north of Bethany Village, and wildlife officials advise securing livestock, keeping pets indoors at night, and not feeding wildlife.

Boys soccer qualification-round games were decided Tuesday, Oct.

27; Forest Grove beat Reynolds 3-2, Westview edged Roosevelt 2-1, Sunset defeated West Salem 2-0, and Grants Pass won 4-0 over Century.

Forest Grove High's volleyball team opens the postseason today against No. 19 Lake Oswego at home after clinching a third straight Pacific Conference title and an 18-9 record; a victory would pair them with No. 3 South Salem.