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Also on today's calendar: Bluegrass at Multnomah Grange #71 and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the bartender say to the jumper cables when they walked in? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Gresham Police seek hit-and-run driver who fatally struck flagger (theoutlookonline.com) — A Gresham road worker was killed in a hit-and-run on Northeast Hogan Drive, and police are urgently asking residents for tips to find the white sedan involved. Investigators say Miguel Jimenez was flagging traffic in a construction zone when he was struck before dawn Monday. Officers emphasize safer driving in work zones and provide direct contact information for anyone who saw anything.
2. Randall Children's Hospital and Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center flagged for measles exposure (kgw.com) — Gresham's Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center has again been named a measles exposure site, with specific August dates and times when visitors may have been at risk. Health officials urge anyone who was there, or at Randall Children's facilities in Portland, to check vaccination records, watch for symptoms, and call ahead before seeking care. The reminder comes amid a sharp rise in measles cases nationwide.
3. Reynolds boys soccer unleashes 5-0 flurry in season opener (theoutlookonline.com) — Reynolds High's boys soccer team, based in the Gresham area, opened its 2026 season with a dominant 5-0 home win over Oregon City after a tense scoreless first half. New head coach Angel Mendez praised his players' teamwork as multiple Raiders contributed goals and assists. The performance sets an optimistic tone for local fans following the Raiders this fall.
4. How we found Portland's 10 best new food carts of 2026 (oregonlive.com) — Reporters scouting the Portland metro's best new food carts specifically visited Gresham, alongside nearby suburbs, to find standout spots opened since 2023. While the guide covers the whole region, it highlights small, often immigrant-run businesses that might be just a short drive from your Gresham neighborhood.
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