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Organizations throughout Washington County will participate in a disaster exercise on October 29 and 30. Public guidance about disaster preparedness is available at key websites.

Five local animal organizations are joining forces for Adopt ASAP, a major adoption event happening Friday, October 25 to Sunday, October 27. During the event, adopters can welcome a furry friend into their lives for 75% off adoption fees.

A joint release from Washington County Behavioral Health, Washington County District Attorney's Office, and Washington County Sheriff's Office

Veterans and their leashed dogs – along with family and friends – are invited to free events on September 21 and 28.

Washington County Behavioral Health and Studio Art Direct invite local artists in recovery from problem substance use to submit their artwork for possible display.

With a few weeks left before the school year begins, Washington County Public Health staff say now is a great time as any for parents and caregivers to get their children up-to-date vaccinations and protect them against vaccine-preventable disease.

A solo unas pocas semanas antes del inicio del año escolar, por recomendación del personal de Salud Pública del Condado de Washington, ahora es el mejor tiempo para que los padres o guardianes se aseguren que sus niños estén al día con sus vacunas.

Fireworks may cause pets to panic and escape from their enclosures or to bolt away from their owners. Take steps now to protect your pets.

Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services (DAVS) is conducting a survey to collect public input about the needs of veterans, people with physical disabilities and older adults in our community.

Washington County hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at the future home of the Center for Addictions Triage and Treatment (CATT) in Beaverton. The County aims to open this facility by late 2025.

The Washington County Medical Examiner’s Office is seeking assistance identifying a man found deceased on April 20 at a Beaverton MAX station.

Although a Washington County Circuit Court ruling in 2022 put the ordinance on hold, today’s opinion completely reverses that 2022 ruling. The case is now being sent back to Washington County Circuit Court for further proceedings.

Washington County Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Public Health Division honored significant contributions to public health that promote and support a culture of health and well-being in the county.

Information about available post-winter storm recovery resources can be found at wcor.us/emergency

Tenemos una lista de recursos e información sobre los impactos de las tormentas invernales a wcor.us/emergency

The declaration will help the county coordinate with partner agencies and pursue additional resources for responding to the recent snow and ice storms.

The Washington County Medical Examiner’s Office reports that a Tigard resident was found deceased in their home on January 15, 2024.

Washington County Public Health contracted with ECONorthwest to conduct an analysis of current infrastructure and projected workforce needs to expand early learning and care for infants and children through age five.

Community members are encouraged to participate in Operation Green Light from November 6-12 by changing one light bulb in their home or business to a green bulb.

This prestigious accolade from the National Animal Care & Control Association is a testament to WCAS’s outstanding contributions, dedication, and exceptional service in the field of animal care and control.