Community Corner
🌱Hit-And-Run At SW Oleson Gas Station + Basics Market Coming To Aloha
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Good morning friends and neighbors. Today there's lots to read about — a free fire fighting camp for young women, to Washington County's top dog, a murder suspect is convicted and a man allegedly intentionally drove into a gas station attendant. I'm Merlin Douglass, and let's get started.
First, today's weather:
A little rain lurking in the forecast and cloudy. High: 70 Low: 54
Here are the top five stories today in Beaverton:
- Washington County romance writer Nancy Crampton Brophy has been found guilty of second-degree murder by a jury in the 2018 killing of her husband, Daniel Brophy. The jury began consideration at 10:30 A.M. Tuesday morning, and by noon on Wednesday, they had reached a verdict. A sentencing hearing has been scheduled for June 13. (Beaverton Patch)
- A driver intentionally ran into a Shell gas station attendant on Southwest Oleson Road, Beaverton police say. The agency released footage of the May 22 incident (beware: it's not for the faint of heart) as well as a picture of the suspect. They're looking for the community's help to identify the man driving the vehicle, who they say was involved in an argument with the gas station attendant before the attack. (KGW.com)
- Following an eight-month investigation, a Washington County grand jury has indicted 18-year-old Brock McCullough on 15 charges, including charges of sodomy, sexual abuse, unlawful use of a weapon, witness tampering and menacing. Following the indictment a Secret Indictment Arrest Warrant was issued for McCullough, and he was lodged in Washington County jail on $1.29 million bail. Multiple victims have come forward already, and Sherwood police are seeking others. (KOIN)
- Basics Market is opening its "biggest store yet" in Aloha in mid to late June. It will have an espresso bar and a protein counter with plant-based and meat options, a smoothie and juice bar and an ice cream shop in addition to the regular offerings. It's going to be in the previous Bales Thriftway location, 17675 SW Farmington Road. The space has been vacant since 2019. (Facebook)
- Who's a good dog? K9 Bolo and his partner, Deputy Zaugg from the Washington County Sheriff's Office, have taken first place in the 15th annual premier police K9 competition held in Hillsboro Stadium last weekend. This competition was the first in two years as the event was shut down for COVID. (Twitter)
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Today in Beaverton:
- Hillsboro is having an online diversity hiring fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with hiring managers from local and national organizations. Chat with decision-makers in the industries that interest you to find out what they are looking for. Pre-registration at the link is required to get the Zoom invitation.
- You could also visit the Aloha Farmers Market at the Farmington Marketplace, 17675 SW Farmington Road from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. This week's vendors include a knife sharpener, homemade dog and cat treats, local honey, prepared food alongside fresh fruits and vegetables. A list of vendors who are expected to attend is available at the link under the vendor interactive map.
- "Portland Rose Garden" Canvas Painting Instructed Workshop @ Live Laugh Love Art - Enjoy a guided "sip & paint" experience at 9160 SW Hall Blvd. $40 tickets available at the link. (6 - 8 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District is always looking for volunteers, particularly through the summer. People with some spare time and an interest in the community can find opportunities to work one-day events or participate in ongoing activities. There's even a place to apply if you don't know what you'd like to do but you'd like to see what they offer. (THPRD)
- This is the last week for young women aged 16 to 22 to apply to a free three-day fire fighting camp taught by female firefighters from across the West Coast. The camp sponsored by Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue will take place on July 15 - 17. Applications must be received by May 30. The camp is designed to teach leadership and team-building skills while instilling confidence through hands-on firefighter training. (Portland Metro Fire Camp)
- If you have a business in Beaverton and you'd like to reach out to your friends and neighbors, the Beaverton Patch can help. We publish daily and many people read our news with their morning coffee. We offer reasonably priced community advertising for a fraction of what you'd pay anywhere else. For more information contact Ash DeMello at ash.the.copyartist@gmail.com.
There you go. You're up to date and ready to start your Thursday. Thanks for reading today. See you tomorrow.
—Merlin Douglass
Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Beaverton Daily? Contact me at ash.the.copyartist@gmail.com.