Community Corner
Former Deputy Sues + BHS Coach Investigated + Cheesecake Day!
Here's the latest edition the Beaverton Daily— your source for the scoop on what's happening in town.
Good morning, neighbors! You've made it to the weekend, and it's gonna be a great one!
First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 94 Low: 71.
Here are the top stories in Beaverton today:
- Beaverton High School is investigating a coach's use of racist language. Members of the Beaverton School Districts' girls softball team were listening to music when Beaverton High's football coach reportedly approached them, complaining about the volume and quoting the derogatory lyrics. Superintendent Don Grotting responded that school and district officials are looking into the matter. (Pamplin Media Group)
- Umatilla County outpaces Washington County for new COVID-19 cases, according to a Beaverton Valley Times report. The rural county accounted for 8 percent of new cases in Oregon on Tuesday, more than seven times higher than Washington County, which is home to 500,000 more residents than Umatilla County. Pamplin Media Group's Gary A. Warner reports on the spike in the context of the newer mask recommendations from Oregon Health Authority and the CDC. (Pamplin Media Group)
- THPRD is excited to provide monthly passes again as the parks organization works towards normalizing. The passes were temporarily halted following the COVID-19 shutdown and continued due to contact tracing requirements. One THPRD rep notes that re-opening didn't happen as quickly as they would have liked, and the changes had a devastating impact on the group's budget. (Pamplin Media Group)
- Westview grad Carson Kelly played with the Hillsboro Hops this Tuesday and Wednesday, July 27 and July 28. The Portland-area native plays catcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks and is rehabbing from a fractured wrist. (Pamplin Media Group)
- A former Washington County sheriff's deputy filed a $1 million lawsuit against the county for defamation. Garrick Garland, the plaintiff, was added to the Brady List following a dispute with Detective Patrick Altiere, president of the Washington County Police Association. The Brady List is provided to prosecutors and details officers who have histories that may affect their credibility on the witness stand. Garland says that as a result of that action, he was unable to perform his job. (OregonLive)
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Today in Beaverton
- Owl Book Group - Tualatin Valley Creates and Cedar Mill Community Library welcome newcomers to discuss The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich via Zoom. (10:30 AM)
- Superheroes Take Flight - Take little fans to Evelyn M. Schiffler Memorial Park to make and launch paper rockets! Dressing up is encouraged! (3:30 PM - 6:30 PM)
- Wood Sign / Door Mat Workshop - Get creative with guidance from the pros at Live, Laugh, Love Art. (5:00 PM)
- The Washington County Fair continues! Head to the fairgrounds in Hillsboro for free admission, live music, rides and more. (5:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
- MyDasTouch Entertainment presents the Black or White Attire Affair - Get dressed up and head over to the Back Room at Cat Fish Lou's for a chance to dance to Old School Funk and Soul of the 70s, 80s and 90s. (9:00 PM)
Beaverton Patch Notebook
- Beaverton Farmers Market: Check out this week's newsletter to get foolproof tips for cooking in the great outdoors and a fun nature activity. (Instagram)
- Beaverton City Government reminds folks that the Beaverton City Library will operate a free after-hours cooling center in the Cathy Stanton Room of the Beaverton City Main Library, located at Hall Blvd and 5th Street. Open until 8:00 PM tonight. (Facebook)
- Today is National Cheesecake Day! In addition to the fabulous and decadent Cheesecake Factory at Washington Square Mall, Oyatsupan Bakery (on Walker) and Dessert Tray (downtown) are great places to celebrate!
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— Ash DeMello
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