Good morning, Hillsboro.

On Wednesday, the Oregon Office of Economic Analysis released the December forecast showing that the state’s general fund has improved to a $63.1 million deficit from a $327.7 million deficit as corporate income tax revenue increased by $309.5 million amid federal uncertainty.

Gov. Tina Kotek and other lawmakers said they will work to safeguard essential services and support Oregonians facing higher living costs.

Gov. Kotek ordered state agencies to remove obstacles in clean energy permitting and transmission and to work on policy proposals for the Legislature by 2027 — she required over a dozen agencies to provide quarterly updates as they pursue the state's renewable energy and greenhouse gas goals.

State economists said that extra revenue from corporate income tax adjustments reduced Oregon’s budget deficit from $373 million to $63 million over the two-year cycle ending in June — a change that reflects the state’s ability to pull unexpected funds amid ongoing economic challenges. Lawmakers noted that while the new forecast shows improved fiscal strength, upcoming employment data and global tariff decisions may alter the future outlook.

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.

Senior Center Annual Holiday Bazaar

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Support local seniors — Enjoy festive music and browse handmade treasures from local vendors.

Sensory Playtime

1-3:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Included with Play Pass or Membership — Engage in sensory play with toys, games, and fidgets designed for kids of all abilities.

All Ability Drop-in Basketball

7-8:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Free entry — Inclusive basketball for all, featuring warmups, drills, and scrimmages.

Sensory Playtime

9-11 a.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Included with Play Pass or Single Visit Fee — Engage with sensory toys and games in a supportive environment for kids of all abilities.

Zumba Class: Free & Open to All

11-11:50 a.m. — Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Dance your way to fitness with engaging Zumba classes for everyone.

Senior Tech Pals

2-3 p.m. — Community Senior Center — Free entry — Get free technology advice and support from local tech volunteers to troubleshoot your devices.

Hearing Tests with Pacific University School of Audiology

8:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Community Senior Center — Free — Get a free half-hour hearing exam and learn about hearing loss from Pacific University Students.

Gymtastics Play Zone

8 AM – 12 PM — Hidden Creek Community Center — $4 per resident, $6 per non-resident — Engage your child's creativity through fun movement activities in a safe environment.

It's A Wonderful Life - Cardboard Box Drive-In

12-3 p.m. — Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks & Minerals — General admission required — Experience a nostalgic cardboard box car drive-in screening of a holiday classic.