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Greetings Beaverton! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Beaverton students just made the National Merit semifinalist list?
  • Which Beaverton standouts already locked in their college baseball futures?
  • Need confidential help after sexual assault? A Beaverton resource is ready.

Also on today's calendar: Grand Opening party ribbon cutting w/ Rep. Bonamici + Mayor Beaty, and a Golden Tic [CREO CHOCOLATE].

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Nice with sun and clouds, with a high of 78 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Friday: Low clouds may break; cooler, temps: high: 68, low: 51.
  • Saturday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 63 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• These 191 Oregon high school students are National Merit Scholarship semifinalists (oregonlive.com) — Beaverton students from Mountainside, Valley Catholic, the International School of Beaverton, and local homeschools are among 191 Oregon semifinalists for the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program. These high scorers on the PSAT now compete for prestigious scholarships to be awarded next spring, highlighting strong academic performance in Beaverton and neighboring school communities.
   

• Oregon Commitment Tracker (prepbaseballreport.com subscription) — Two Beaverton outfielders, Chase Austin and Landon Wight, headline local talent in Oregon's 2027 baseball commitment tracker, with pledges to Oregon State and Lane Community College. The list shows where top high school players statewide are headed, giving Beaverton families and fans a snapshot of college destinations across all levels.
   

• Sexual assault suspect arrested in Portland; woman stabbed him during attack (kgw.com) — A violent sexual assault in North Portland led to the arrest of a 36-year-old suspect after the survivor fought back and called 911. For Beaverton residents, the key takeaway is that the Sexual Assault Resource Center on SW Griffith Drive offers confidential local support and a 24/7 hotline for anyone needing help processing or reporting sexual violence.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday September 10
  • Toddler Time (2-3 years)
    Tigard Public Library 13500 SW Hall Boulevard, Tigard, OR 97223
    10:15 am
  • Family Storytime
    Tigard Public Library 13500 SW Hall Boulevard, Tigard, OR 97223
    11:15 am
  • Garden Home Afternoon Book Group
    Garden Home Community Library 7475 SW Oleson Road, Portland, OR 97223
    1:00 pm
  • Family Storytime - Evening edition
    Garden Home Community Library 7475 SW Oleson Road, Portland, OR 97223
    5:00 pm
  • Tigard Writers' Space
    Tigard Public Library 13500 SW Hall Boulevard, Tigard, OR 97223
    6:00 pm
  • Community Band Rehearsal
    Baker SD 5J Portland, OR 97294
    6:00 pm
  • Thurs Jam hosted by Dan Hess & Friends at Beach Hut Deli →
    Beach Hut Deli/Sunset at Beach Hut, 12436 SW Main St, Tigard
    7:00 pm
    • Friday September 11
  • Catherine Creek Scamper
    Baker SD 5J Portland, OR 97294
  • Rosh Hashanah Observed
    Tigard-Tualatin SD 23J Portland, OR 97224

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hi everyone – we're new to Beaverton School District this year.
    My son just started 3rd grade. I'd like to volunteer in his classroom every Thursday morning (something I did weekly at our previous school). The… (Nextdoor Murray-Scholls)
  • #Founddog #escapedog #missingdog
    #whitedog. Anyone missing a white puppy about a year or so old has an electronic tag? But can't seem to read it off of 185th current holdings her… (Nextdoor Cooper Park)
  • Leisure Care, Inc. posted a job opening for Plant Operations | Janitorial Assistant in Beaverton. Apply here.
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Beaverton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Beaverton here.

🗞 Nearby News

Aloha

  • Who are the state's best girls soccer teams after a week of action? Find out here (beavertonvalleytimes.com)
  • A Data Center Offered $26 Million for Her Land. She Said No. - The Journal. (wsj.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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