School Mask Updates + Nike Runner Stalked + Needle Felt Cacti

Good day, neighbors! Here's the latest copy of the Beaverton Daily.

First, today's weather: Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High: 85 Low: 62.

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Here are the top stories in Beaverton today:

1. Beaverton's Mariel Zagunis says she has "confidence going forward" after losing the women's saber quarterfinals at the Tokyo Olympics. Zagunis is the most decorated U.S. fencer, and she has participated in five Olympics, achieving three medals. There's still a chance for her to pick up a fourth medal in the upcoming team event. (OregonLive)
2. After a special session July 20, Northwest Regional Education Service District (NWRESD) swore in Tony Erickson for his second term representing Zone 4 alongside four other members. Erickson's zone includes Beaverton and Sunset High School attendance areas, Clatskanie, Rainier, Scappoose, St. Helens and Vernonia. In this role, he will continue to work as a volunteer with the NWRESD to ensure the 20 component school districts receive quality services. (Tillamook Headlight-Herald)
3. The Lake Oswego school board okayed a plan requiring masks for elementary students in the upcoming school year at their July 22 meeting. Secondary students over 12 years of age will not be required to wear masks, though those who are unvaccinated or immunocompromised will be strongly encouraged to do so. The decision may set the tone for other nearby districts. (Pamplin Media Group)
4. Olympic Runner Emily Infeld was stalked for three years, according to ESPN reports. The suspect allegedly moved to Portland to be closer to the runner, forcing her to relocate and interfering with her hopes of participating in the Tokyo games. Infeld trains with Nike's famed Bowerman Track Club. (Willamette Week)
5. It's time for a furry friend round-up! Patch provides a list of local pets in need of a new home. (Patch)

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Today in Beaverton

• Frozen in the Heat - Take little fans of the animated films to Reflections Plaza for Frozen-themed treats, music and activities, sponsored by THPRD. (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
• CREATE: Needle Felt Cactus - Beaverton City Library invites teens to pick up a free supplies packet and log on to Zoom for help making a needle felt cactus. (3:00 PM)
• Recommended Reads Book Discussion - Beaverton City Library welcomes adults for a discussion on "The Year of Living Danishly" by Helen Russell, via Zoom. (6:30 PM)
• BURA Regular Meeting - Televised - Virtual Meeting - Get updates on administering and monitoring urban redevelopment and renewal activities within the City of Beaverton. (6:30 PM)

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Beaverton Patch Notebook

• Beaverton City Library: "Announcing two weeks of Family Storytime on the Lawn at Main library! No registration required." (Facebook)
• Beaverton School District reminds folks that "Any child who'll be five (5) years of age on or before September 1 is eligible to enroll in kindergarten at their neighboring school or FLEX Online School." Visit the BSD's kindergarten webpage for more details. (Facebook)
• Conestoga Recreation Center's pools will be closed beginning August 1 for renovation. They'll re-open in December 2021. The rest of the facilities will remain open for public use. (Instagram)

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— Ash DeMello

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