Good morning, Hillsboro.

Colleen Dunn rescued a small salmon shark that was struggling on a beach off Manzanita while walking her dogs in October.

She grabbed the shark by its tail and rushed it to deeper water—her quick action helped the shark breathe normally again.

A summer trapping effort found the invasive Mediterranean oak borer is now widespread in the northern Willamette Valley, with over 500 beetles captured from six counties that threaten Oregon white oak trees.

State and federal researchers will boost public awareness and community detection to help slow potential oak decline—residents are urged to report signs of damage.

The Oregon Department of Revenue confirmed a $1.41B surplus from the 2023-2025 biennium that will give taxpayers who filed a 2024 return a tax kicker when they file their 2025 taxes—calculated as 9.863% of their 2024 tax liability.

North Plains is holding its annual Veterans Day Observance Ceremony at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov.

11 at Veterans Memorial Park, where local veterans will speak plus a Presentation of Colors and Rifle Salute will take place by Hillsboro’s Martin J. Ryan VFW Post 2666. Catherine Loyer will perform the national anthem while a moment of silence and light refreshments provided by the VFW Post 2666 Auxiliary and North Plains McDonald’s add to the ceremony.

SNAP benefits were deposited on EBT cards on November 7 after a period of uncertainty caused by the government shutdown—recipients are told to check their card balances before shopping.

Dallas Ransom, a U.S. Space Force officer who collapsed during a gym workout in 2022 after a brain rupture, fought back with a nearly 10-hour emergency surgery and steady recovery—he bought a home in South Hillsboro, got a robotic arm to help him move, and will go to Palo Alto in November for more inpatient therapy to aid his recovery and support other veterans.

Pacific Conference Football 2025 honored top high school athletes from Glencoe and Sherwood—Daniel Heninger was named Offensive Player of the Year and Jack Wilson earned Defensive Player of the Year—with other awards recognizing linemen and coaches from these schools while additional honors went to players from Newberg, Liberty and McMinnville. This recognition highlights the conference’s strong talent pool across both offense and defense.

Three Rivers League Football announced its 2025 All-League team, naming Tualatin's Connor LaGrow among honorees along with Sloan Baker and Noah Tishendorf from West Linn, Lakeridge, Lake Oswego and Oregon City — the list recognizes top local high school football performers for the season.

Sensory Playtime

1-3:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Included with a Play Pass or Single Visit Fee — Experience a fun and inclusive environment with sensory toys and games for children of all abilities.

Karaoke with Lunch

1-2 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy lunch and unleash your inner singer at this fun karaoke event.

Creativity Unleashed Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — $6 drop-in fee — Explore your artistic side with a variety of supplies in a welcoming environment for all.

Craig Carothers Concert

7-11 p.m. — Walters Cultural Arts Center — Ticket details available — Enjoy an evening of songs and stories from the talented Craig Carothers.

Community Resource Fair

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Hillsboro Futsal & Soccer Academy — Free entry — Access vital community resources, including legal aid and food banks, with activities for kids.

Gratitude Gathering - A Free Fall Festival

3-6 p.m. — Merrill Gardens at Hillsboro — Free entry — Celebrate community with crafts, games, and food in a heartwarming fall festival.

All Ability Drop-in Basketball

7-8:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Free entry — Stay active while making friends in an inclusive basketball setting.

Sensory Adventure

4-6 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — No registration required — Engage your senses with interactive stations filled with textures, colors, and sounds for children 12 and under.

Medicare Advantage Plan Review

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Get expert answers from Medicare Mark Fuchs about signing up or switching plans.

Line Dancing at Hillsboro Senior Center

3-4 p.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Groove to line dancing led by experienced instructors in a friendly atmosphere.