Rock Creek Assault + Addiction Center News + 50 Years For Hales

Well good morning Beaverton friends! I'm glad you stopped by to check out the latest in what's happening in town. In this edition of the Beaverton Daily, you'll find updates on an incoming addiction treatment center, the latest on an assault in Rock Creek and where to get a `70s throwback breakfast.

First, today's weather: Sunshine throughout the day. High: 86 Low: 56.

Here are the top stories today in Beaverton:

1. The Washington County Sheriff’s office reports an assault on an elderly man in the Rock Creek area Friday afternoon. Witnesses say that a male suspect, identified as Gregory J. Bruemmer, 49, ran up to and violently shoved an 84-year-old male who was picking blackberries. The victim suffered life-threatening head injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital. Deputies took Bruemmer into custody shortly after the attack. (Twitter)
2. The Cedar Mill News has provided some more information on the incoming comprehensive substance use treatment center. Approved by county commissioners in July, the Center for Addictions Triage and Treatment (CATT) will offer assessments, sobering, withdrawal management (detox), residential treatment and stabilization services. The facility will cost an estimated $72 million. The county has not yet identified a location. (Cedar Mill News)
3. Hales Restaurant on TV Highway is celebrating its 50th year serving big breakfasts and other deliciousness. Tune into the KOIN interview to hear about its plans to celebrate, including a special throwback menu featuring 1971 prices. (KOIN)
4. Get your walking shoes ready, folks! Washington County along with ODOT just published a plan for a future regional trail in the Aloha area, between Southwest 160th and 209th avenues. County commissioners acknowledged the plan at their meeting August 3, though it's been in the works for about ten years. (Pamplin Media Group)
5. If the lack of rain has your garden suffering, Margie Lachman has some tips that might help. Check out the article on gardening through a drought in the Cedar Mill News’ August edition. (Cedar Mill News)

Today in Beaverton

• Beaverton City Library is hosting Painting Miniature Canvasses on the library lawn for kids in grades 3-5. (2:00 PM)
• Rock the Park - Check out one of THPRD's newest parks and enjoy a live mobile DJ spinning tunes at Pío Pío Park. (6:00 PM - 8:30 PM)
• Get your dose of funny At the Garages Satellite Pub with the New Normal Stand Up Comedy open mic night. $10 Cover. (7:30 PM)

Beaverton Patch Notebook

• Syndicate Wine offers an update on the popular Street Seats. The City of Beaverton is allowing downtown businesses to keep the popular outdoor dining setup, with a few changes that will be addressed at City Council August 17. (Instagram)
• Mark your calendars and get out your aprons. Virginia Garcia invites folks to a virtual ¡Prospera! watch party on October 1. Register for a taco kit from Por Que No or a Lebanese option from Karam, plus three bottles of wine from A to Z Wineworks. (Instagram)
• Today is National Book Lovers day. Sounds like a fine time to hit a Washington County Community library, or maybe even make a big commitment at make a purchase at Jan's Paperbacks or Kinokuniya Books.

That's it for today ya'll. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with another update! If you're feeling these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe.
— Ash DeMello

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