The article provides budget-friendly tips for emergency preparedness, like using household items, crafting a plan, building a kit gradually, and utilizing community resources.

Oregon Housing and Community Services collaborated with Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity to build 12 affordable homes in Bend, providing housing solutions in a high-cost market.

Hillsboro Parks & Recreation offers activities for kids during several upcoming no school days, providing options for play, learning, and exploration outside the classroom.

Clark County is seeking new members for its Parks Advisory Board, with two vacancies open for three-year terms. Diverse, community-engaged residents who want to guide park planning are encouraged to apply by October 18, 2024.

Hillsboro's "Community Conversations with Mayor Steve Callaway" series discusses city matters, with the latest on South Hillsboro's development aired as a podcast, video, and on social media.

Shute Park Library is introducing new features such as collaboration furniture, a private booth for online activities, bilingual staff, and a digital navigator service, all aimed at improving the visitor experience.

Washington County hosts the 4th annual Dog Training Summit for veterans to support suicide prevention with K9 Kavalry, offering community resources, free pet supplies, and a chance to build veteran camaraderie.

Calle Diez, also known as 10th Avenue, serves as the heart of Hillsboro's Latino community, featuring businesses that cater to Hispanic heritage and bilingual needs.

Hillsboro Parks & Recreation announces a diverse lineup of October Halloween events including craft workshops, dance performances, and film screenings for all ages.

The REACHing US: People's Market in Rockwood celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, featuring Mexican farmers and their produce on September 15, as part of a vibrant community event.

Washington County's Elections Division teams up with Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center to hold "Voter Education Night" at Hillsboro Brookwood Library to foster electoral understanding.

The Portland Association of Teachers filed a grievance against a new Portland Public Schools directive restricting personal and political displays in classrooms.

Washington County reports that its Supportive Housing Services program has reduced unsheltered homelessness by 35.5% and housed 3,816 households since July 2021.