Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
Good morning, Hillsboro.
🏘️ Community
The Hillsboro Downtown Partnership and Unite Oregon host Lotería de Paisanos today at 996 S.E.
Oak St from 4 to 8 p.m. The event invites community members to visit local Latino owned businesses to win gift cards while supporting downtown vendors.
🎭 Culture
Walters Cultural Arts Center will host its fifth annual Local Singer-Songwriter Night featuring local talent at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan.
30, with tickets available at $12 in advance or $17 on the day (Arts for All offers $5 tickets for qualifying individuals).
🌲 Environment
Oregon ski resorts remain closed as heavy rains and warm storms melt snowpack below 30% of normal, with Mt Bachelor and Timberline recording a zero-inch base.
Weather experts predict a parade of Pacific storms will help most hills open after Christmas.
🏛️ Government
Forest Grove Fire & Rescue celebrated a new $1M Pierce Quantum fire engine on Monday, Dec.
15 — Forest Grove Mayor Malynda Wenzl cut the ribbon to officially launch the engine into service for the city and surrounding areas. Jointly purchased with the Forest Grove Rural Fire Protection District, the apparatus is expected to serve western Washington County for the next two decades.
🏥 Health
Washington County was third in the state for whooping cough cases, with 188 recorded through Dec.
10—only one case behind Clackamas. The Oregon Health Authority urged residents to update their vaccines as the state set a record 1,475 cases amid a return to pre-pandemic habits.
🏈 Sports
Statewide girls basketball coaches' polls released Tuesday, Dec.
16, show Tualatin remains on top in 6A, St. Helens leads in 4A, and Banks ranks high in 3A (coaches are encouraged to vote, especially in 5A).
Hillsboro Hops installed sustainable turf on Monday, Dec.
15 as the new stadium nears completion. The ballpark will host its first event on Saturday, Feb. 28 to raise funds for the (Hops Fund) supporting local youth and families.
Lakeridge girls basketball beat Glencoe 64-50 at Glencoe High School on Tuesday, Dec.
16 to remain unbeaten at 4-0. The team pulled away in the second half after a tight midgame stretch, setting up their next contest at home.
🎉 Hillsboro Events
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Gymtastics Play Zone
8 AM – 12 PM — Hidden Creek Community Center — $4 for residents, free for adults — Engage your child's physical creativity and body awareness through movement-based free play.
Santa at Oak Knoll Winery
One day only — Oak Knoll Winery — Free entry — Enjoy holiday treats and family photos with Santa in a festive winery setting.
Sensory Playtime
9-11 a.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Included with a Play Pass or Single Visit Fee — Enjoy sensory play with calming toys and make new friends in a supportive environment.
Arts & Culture Council Meeting
4-6 p.m. — Walters Cultural Arts Center — Free entry — Engage with local cultural initiatives at this community-focused council meeting.
Gymtastics Play Zone
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — $4 residents, $6 non-residents — Encouraging children's movement and creativity through unstructured play.
Sensory Playtime
1-3:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Included with pass — Explore hands-on sensory activities with toys and games for kids of all abilities.
All Ability Drop-in Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — Hidden Creek Community Center — Free entry — Shoot some hoops in an inclusive basketball game designed for all abilities while making new friends.
Gymtastics Play Zone
8 AM – 12 PM — Hidden Creek Community Center — $4 for residents, free for adults — Let your child's imagination soar with movement-based free play for ages 0 to 6.
Line Dancing at the Senior Center
3-4 p.m. — Friends of the Hillsboro Community Senior Center — Free entry — Dance and move your feet with professional instructors Jeffrey and Claire Coomes.
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