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Bus Driver Sues Over Vaccine + Voices Of Hope + 9-1-1 Texting

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Ash DeMello, Neighbor
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Good morning, Beaverton! I hope this Saturday, September 11, finds you well. Many people are taking some time today to remember the tragedy that occurred 20 years ago, so please feel free to reach out if you have a reflection you'd like to share in an upcoming Beaverton Patch Notebook or if you'd just like to chat. Despite the sad memories, there's still lots going on in our town and plenty of things to fill our day today. Read on for some ideas ...

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First, today's weather:

Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 76 Low: 58.

Here are the top stories today in Beaverton:

  1. A bus driver from Beaverton is among six Oregon workers to file a lawsuit against the governor and Oregon Health Authority over COVID-19 vaccine mandates. According to the governor's mandate, the bus driver would be among those required to be fully vaccinated by October 18 in order to retain their job. The driver argues that they already had COVID-19 and thus have "natural immunity," rendering vaccination unnecessary. (KATU)
  2. A Beaverton man will be resentenced in a conspiracy to commit murder case, the Oregon Court of Appeals ruled Thursday. While awaiting trial for murder, Marcellus Ramon Allen allegedly asked a cellmate to kill a witness, with the cellmate recording some of the incriminating conversations. Though initially convicted for conspiracy, the ruling was overturned due to questions about the use of body wire evidence. This week, the Appeals Court ruled that the use of a wire was indeed acceptable, upholding the initial ruling. Head over to OregonLive to read the ins and outs of Allen's complicated legal proceedings.
  3. Elizabeth Miller reports on questions regarding educational provisions for kids sent home for COVID-19 exposure or positive tests. Though BSD shared that quarantined students will have access to online learning resources and an educator "for support," there are no final plans in place. Along with Portland Public Schools, BSD is still in the process of ironing out the details with the unions that represent licensed educators. (OPB News)
  4. Wondering what's going on in City Hall these days? The City of Beaverton posted an update recently outlining the take-homes from last Tuesday's City Council meeting. Highlights included proclamations regarding Welcoming Week and National Preparedness Month. The group also discussed possibilities for creating more affordable housing. (Facebook)
  5. File this under "Good to Know": The Washington County dispatch center, which is the agency that triages emergency calls for our area, accepts texts as well! So, if you're unable to call 9-1-1, texting 9-1-1 will also connect you to emergency responders. The agency notes that "texting should ONLY be used when you are unable to make a voice call to 9-1-1." (Twitter)


Today in Beaverton:

  • Volunteer Work Party - Get your green thumb over to Cedar Hills Park to help mulch and weed. (9:00 AM - 11:30 AM)
  • Beaverton Farmers Market - You've only got three more opportunities to stock up on fresh, local produce, Oregon-crafted foods and artisan-made goods at the Beaverton Farmers Market. (9:00 AM - 12:30 PM)
  • Hora de Cuentos en el Parque – Garden Home Community Library hosts a Spanish-language storytime plus craft activity in the park! All ages welcome. (11:30 AM)
  • Bethany Village Oktoberfest - Take a jaunt to Bethany for live music from the Polkatones, German-inspired food, crafts and, of course, beer. (1:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
  • I Am My Story: Voices of Hope - Tualatin Valley Creates invites folks to hear storytellers from Burundi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Cambodia and Syria as part of Welcoming Week. (7:00 PM)
  • Rush Tribute Band - At the Garages Satellite Pub is the stage for Moving Pictures, which will perform the entire hit album from the progressive rock band plus many other hits! (7:00 PM)

Beaverton Patch Notebook

  • Beaverton City Government: "Our community partner HomePlate continues to offer resources for youth experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Youth ages 12-24 can stop by to access resources such as showers, snacks, and clothing!" Click the link for drop-in days and hours. (Facebook)
  • Beaverton City Government: "IT'S #WELCOMINGWEEK! The 2021 Beaverton Welcoming Week begins today, with the theme of #BelongingBeginsWithUs alongside communities across the country from Sept. 10 - 19, 2021. Join a local event and help show that #BeavertonWelcomes." (Facebook)
  • TriMet celebrates 20 years for Max Red Line, which extends from the Beaverton Transit Center to the airport. Can you believe Max has been saving long-suffering friends from having to drive travelers to PDX drop-offs since 2001? (Twitter)

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— Ash DeMello

About me: After writing e-commerce copy for eight years, I'm super excited to branch out as a News Curator for my local Patch. If you have tips or suggestions for an upcoming Beaverton Daily, I'm all ears. Reach out anytime to ash.the.copyartist@gmail.com.

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