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🌱 Attempted Robbery Destroys Aloha ATM + Tigard Art Week Has Begun
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Happy Tuesday, people of Beaverton! Here's everything you need to know today in town.
First, today's weather:
Mostly cloudy. High: 65 Low: 48.
Here are the top five stories in Beaverton today:
- On Thursday, a jury found Eddie Tamaras Silas guilty of attempted murder, assault and other charges. The trial revealed that Silas attacked his then-girlfriend and shot her cousin in July 2021 in Aloha. His sentencing hearing is scheduled for May 19. (Pamplin Media, subscription required)
- It was a rough night for Aloha's Chase Bank on Sunday. Overnight, thieves ripped an ATM off its foundation near Southwest 170th and Kinnaman. The Washington County Sheriff's Office says it hasn't yet identified a suspect. (KOIN.com)
- Beaverton School District Superintendent Don Grotting responded to the violent events that occurred across the nation over the weekend. Referencing the shootings in Buffalo, Southern California and Houston, Grotting reaffirmed the district's commitment to creating a hate-free, safe space for students. The statement also included resources for talking with young people about tragedies and racism. (Beaverton School District)
- The city of Beaverton is celebrating Public Works Week, which falls on May 15-21. Festivities began with an event adjacent to the Beaverton Farmers Market over the weekend. The agency reminds folks to take time this week to thank frontline workers who address emergencies such as weather events, wildfires and pandemic-related challenges, as well as the engineers, technicians and other personnel who keep the city's essential infrastructure running smoothly. (Your Beaverton)
- And here's your weekly update on Beaverton-area pets who are up for adoption. Click over to meet Mortimer, a handsome young hound mix, Bungie, an American Fuzzy Lop rabbit and many others! (Beaverton Patch)
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Today in Beaverton:
- Nordic Knitting - The Great Hall at Nordia House (8800 Southwest Oleson Road) is the place to explore Nordic knitting techniques, designs and history alongside other fiber arts. (12:30 - 2 p.m.)
- It's Tigard Art Week! Take a drive to our neighboring city to view art displays, discover sales and more all week long! Click the link to find out what businesses are participating. (All week)
- DAM Open Lab - Get creative at the Beaverton City Library's Makerspace. All ages are welcome. (4 - 6 p.m.)
- Geeks Who Drink Trivia @ Pacific Growlers Taphouse: Bring your team or join up with one on site, grab a drink and test your knowledge with around 70 questions over two hours. (7 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- See who's hiring in the Beaverton area at the Beaverton Patch. There's hot demand for those in sales, customer service, driving and more.
- Are you a local artist? There's still time to register for the Washington County 2022 Open Studios Tour. You have until June 7 to get that application in at washcoart.org! (Instagram)
- Do you have a small business looking you want more folks to know about? E-mail me to find out how to get featured in Patch's Beaverton Daily! We have great rates and special deals available for advertisers.
Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right. I'll see you soon!
— Ash DeMello
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