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Hello all. It's me, Ash DeMello, your host of the Beaverton Daily — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening locally. Follow along for the latest...

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First, today's weather:

Cloudy with a stray shower. High: 63 Low: 51.

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Here are the top five stories today in Beaverton:

1. A Beaverton High School alum and Olympic track star was honored with a rare award on Friday, reports Mia Villanueva. The local high school awarded Mac Wilkins the Oregon 22 Heritage Trail Plaque from the World Museum of Athletics in recognition of his multiple Olympic medals and other athletic accomplishments. Wilkins is just one of 22 recipients statewide of the award. (Fox 12 Oregon)
2. Reporter Troy Shinn shares remembrances from two locals who experienced the period of Japanese Internment during World War II. Cousins Ron Iwasaki, whose family started Iwasaki Bros. plant nursery in Hillsboro, and Dwight Onchi, a former Washington County sheriff's deputy, recount their experiences during that period in the Beaverton Valley Times. The Oregon State Legislature recently passed a bill in honor of that era of U.S. citizens of Japanese heritage, designating Highway 35 as the Oregon Nisei Veterans World War II Memorial Highway. The designation will become official on Aug. 13.
3. Explore NOLA Doughnuts' recently-opened Beaverton location with KOIN's Kohr Harlan. The new eatery, located in Beaverton Town Square, serves lunch and drinks in addition to its signature New Orleans-inspired beignets. The location also offers brunch on the weekend.
4. Vegetation management crews are hard at work throughout the county. These teams use shoulder mowers and brush cutters to trim back grass and other plants from the sides of the roads, keeping bike lanes clear and stop signs visible along with many other important services. Do you know of a road that could use some help from the vegetation management crews? Click over to the weekly newsletter to find out how to request the service. (LUT News)
5. The data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics shows that Washington County has the second-lowest unemployment numbers in the state. At 2.91%, WashCo (the second most populous in the state) ranks just after Wheeler County (the least populous in the state). Nationwide, the unemployment rate sits at around 3.6%. (KOIN.com)

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Today in Beaverton:

• Chalk Art Pop-Up at Hillsboro Farmer's Market - Get a preview of the La Strada dei Pastelli (July 16-17 in Downtown Hillsboro) at the Hillsboro Farmers Market with a pop-up exhibition featuring local artist Susan Charnquist. (8 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
• Open House + Free Strength Coaching - Get the low-down on strength training from the pros at Starting Strength Beaverton (4655 Southwest Griffith Dr. #Suite 125). (7 - 10 a.m.)
• The Odd Duck Puppet Show - Nordia House hosts Penny's Puppets for a new spin on the classic tale, "The Ugly Duckling." $5-$10. (10 - 11 a.m.)
• It's a Scavenger Hunt! - Head to Tanasbourne to participate in a virtual, smartphone-based competition to locate items in the Tanasbourne neighborhood. $24.95 per team. (10 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Pop-Up Wine Tasting of Stoney Wines - Learn from Oregon's first Black female head winemaker, Donna Stoney, with a tasting of Stoney Wines at The Wine Cellar (525 Northwest Saltzman Rd.). (3 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• The Beaverton Downtown Association — one of the organizations responsible for making our downtown so awesome — welcomed new leadership on Friday. With Kevin Teater heading to a spot on city council, BDA appointed Kamil Khan as the new executive director.
• With BSD kids out of school beginning June 21, Beaverton City Government has some tips for keeping them well-fed. "Needing extra food now that kids are out for summer break? Oregon Food Bank provides low-barrier access to food for Beaverton community members." Find out where via the link. (Beaverton City Government via Facebook)

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I feel like I conjured all the news that was 'fit to print' today, so you should be all caught up for today. I'll be back in your inbox Monday with a new update! Have a stunning weekend.

— Ash DeMello

About me: I make awesome hummus and okay-ish pita. My great grandmother (a beautiful person inside and out) was among those Japanese forced to relocate or be interned during WWII.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Beaverton Daily? Contact me at ash.the.copyartist@gmail.com.