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Washington County tries to help the homeless during COVID-19. A circulating petition is hoping to save spring sports. And we list a few local restaurants who are doing take-out during the pandemic.

Local school districts make plans for an extended closure. Farmers Markets make plans for operation during the pandemic. Wade tries to look for positivity during this break from sports. And Gabby has some local trails you can check out while social distancing.

All the communities across Washington County are taking action against COVID-19. Winter playoffs were shut down without a conclusion. And we offer some advice to keep you occupied while social distancing.

In this week's News-Times Podcast Hillsboro refuses to comply for federal ICE subpoenas. North Plains prepares for a big growth spurt. State basketball playoff are underway. And we have five things to do in Washington County fill your calendar this weekend.

Covid-19 has hit Washington County. Local officials are instituting precautions. State wrestling was last weekend. Wade has the results. And Gabby has five things to do around Washington County this weekend.

Forest Grove High School's mechatronics program is expanding. The new Willow Creek Crossing apartments are receiving their first residents. Prep basketball season is wrapping up and playoffs are just around the corner. State wrestling is this weekend. And we have the state swimming results. And we have five events you can do this weekend in Washington County.

A Forest Grove City Councilor passed away unexpectedly. Possible human remains were found at the Hillsboro landfill. District wrestling results are in. Basketball's season is winding down, and state playoffs are right around the corner. And we have five things to keep you busy this weekend.

The Washington County Sheriff Dept corporal who was shot at Hagg Lake has spoken publicly for the first time. Hillsboro's new city owned high speed internet service has been delayed. Wade has your basketball and wrestling prep sports update. And Gabby has five things to keep you busy this weekend.

There was another pedestrian death on TV highway. Hillsboro names it's new police chief. And Gabby Urenda has five things you can do around Washington County this weekend.

Local leaders discuss expanding broadband into rural communities, a new development in Cornelius adds public amenities, a Hillsboro police shooting was ruled justified. Wade has your local prep sports update. And Gabby has 5 things to keep you busy this weekend.

A unified fire district may be coming to our region. Banks celebrates its 100th birthday. Forest Grove's annual town meeting has been delayed. Wade Evanson has the boys and girls prep basketball, wrestling, and swimming results. And Gabby Urenda has five things you can do around Washington County this weekend.

The Forest Grove police chief is out, local state representatives held a town hall to discuss climate change, and Forest Grove city council selects a new president. Wade has the prep sports update with basketball and wrestling results. And Gabby has five things to get you out and about this weekend.

This week, there are changes in the Forest Grove Police Department, the new Hillsboro community center now has a name, Wade has prep basketball and wrestling results, and Gabby lists of several fun events around the area.

In this week's News-Times, local students are feeding the homeless, the search for a missing Hillsboro woman has been suspended, local schools participate in basketball tournaments, and lots local events are happening after the new year.

Max shares a list of very worthy local charities for your holiday giving. Wade has your prep sports update. And Gabby has some fun post-Christmas events.

Hillsboro honors holocaust survivor Alter Wiener. Hillsboro police are investigating the murder at the Quatama MAX station. We look at our area's Meals On Wheels program and how it helps area seniors. Wade Evanson catches us up on prep sports scores. And Gabby has a bunch of holiday events coming up.

Forest Grove City Council fills their vacant seat, the airshow isn't coming back for 2020, multiple staff illnesses close Oak Grove Academy, football and soccer players are honored, and several holiday events are coming up.

In this week's News-Times podcast, vandals damage a local cemetery, youths create a food pantry and a recap of Banks' tough state championship loss. Plus, a fun event at the library!

Forest Grove receives grant to help people of color start their own farms. Hillsboro increase the transportation utility fee. An Oregon Episcopal School student died following swimming practice. Wade has your high school football playoff recap. And Gabby lets us in on all the events going on this holiday weekend.

In this week's episode Tuality is changing it's name. Winter shelters open for the season. We recap the high school fall playoffs. And we have a ton of events to keep your family busy this weekend.

Hillsboro considers using imminent domain for Jackson School Rd improvements, Washington County celebrates Veterans Day, a murderer loses his retrial, high school football and soccer playoff results, and find out about all the cool activities and events going on this weekend.

Metro proposes to build a solid waste transfer station in Cornelius. Echo Shaw Elementary students advocate for reusable utensils in their school. The retrial begins for convicted murderer Martin Allen Johnson. State high school playoffs are in full swing for football, soccer, volleyball, and cross-country. Wade Evanson has all the results. And Gabby Urenda has a fat list of cool events for this weekend. LISTEN NOW!

In this episode, community members comment on the school district's new sex ed plan. Forest Grove City Council is seeking to fill a vacant seat, following the death of Tom Johnston. Find out which local teams are going to state playoffs. And there's lots of activities to do around Washington County this weekend, including the Verboort Sausage Festival!

Hillsboro starts controversial Jackson School Road project, despite residents' concerns; Macafee cuts 170 people from its Hillsboro office; Forest Grove loses to Liberty on soccer pitch; Hillsboro sits in fourth in conference; Liberty's men's soccer team may be the best in the state; noctural painting Oct. 25 in downtown Hillsboro; trick-or-treating and other Halloween-themed events are on the way.

Forest Grove council president Tom Johnston dies; Hillsboro Police Chief Lee Dobrowolski plans to retire; Elections office moves to Hillsboro; Forest Grove loses to Hillsboro on gridiron in last-minute win; Century HS volleyball claims second win of the year; Open Studios invites residents into artists' studios; Oregon Children's Theater presents "Me, Jane."

Washington County Veterans Treatment Court celebrates its second graduate; Pacific University hosts Ghost Net Landscapes art exhibit; Glencoe Tide shows hows its down in soccer but dropped contests in Volleyball; Gateway Film Festival returns; Leagoe of Women Voters plans workshop with high school students to get involved.

Developers near Brookwood are looking to see if pioneer bodies, including several children, are buried in the area; Hillsboro Downtown Together hold wishing tree ceremony; Banks pass first league test defeating Tillamook; Liberty boys remain unbeaten on the soccer pitch; Tualatin Hills Nature Center plans nature sale; Orenco hosts OrenkFest; Radium Girls set for HART theater

On Monday the Forest Grove City Council laid out plans for emergency homeless shelters, something city code didn't address before; Hillsboro School District will be discussion its sex ed plan, which has been controversial with parents; Banks and Liberty won their games; Friends of Historic Forest Grove will host an Autumn Festiva; Clue the Musical at Beaverton Library.

The team from the Forest Grove News-Times and the Hillsboro News-Times get you up to date on everything happening this week in Washington County.

The team from the Forest Grove News-Times and the Hillsboro News-Times get you up to date on everything happening this week in Washington County.

It's the inaugural episode of the News-Times podcast! Listen to hear the latest news, sports, and upcoming events for Washington County!