🌱 Beaverton Patch: Everything Going On Today (Wed, Jan 25)

Hello, friends! It's me, Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel, your host of the Patch newsletter. Let's get this Wednesday started off right with a quick dive into the most important things happening these days in town, including updates on...

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But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 50 Low: 35.

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Here are the top stories in Beaverton today:

1. Nike Cortez 'SNKRS Day Korea' sneakers: Where to buy, release date, and more explored (Sportskeeda)
2. OSAAtoday - Boys basketball notebook: Once again, Wilsonville in ... (OSAA)
3. Saginaw area girls roundup: Heritage picks it up a notch to regain winning form (MLive.com)
4. Nancy Wortman Obituary (1947 - 2023) (Legacy.com)
5. Wesley Wietz Obituary (1944 - 2023) (Legacy.com)
6. Tipping point for food retailers | Island Farmer (peicanada.com)
7. Bay City girls roundup: Another thriller extends Western winning streak to 10 (MLive.com)
8. Former Beaverton mayor sentenced to six months in prison for ... (KGW.com)
9. KERA HOAGLAND Obituary (1988 - 2023) (Legacy.com)
10. Prep Roundup: Dow boys lose big to Bobcats (Midland Daily News)
11. Ex-Oregon mayor sentenced to federal prison for child porn (The Advocate)
12. Research study ranks Oregon at No. 4 for green living (KOIN.com)
13. Stop Calling Imani Denae Awkward (Willamette Week)
14. “University Blue Gradient” Washes Over The Nike Air Max Plus (Sneaker News)
15. The best public schools in Oregon for 2023, according to data site rankings (KOIN.com)
16. Former Beaverton Mayor Denny Doyle gets six months in child ... (The Business Journals)
17. Former Beaverton Mayor Denny Doyle sentenced for child pornography (Oregon Public Broadcasting)
18. 15 to 20 cm of snow expected in area Wednesday into Thursday (BradfordToday)
19. Police ask for help identifying Grants Pass theft suspects | KMVU ... (KMVU Fox 26 Medford)
20. Donald Mark Johnson (Houghton Lake resorter)
21. Weekday Wrap: Sinkhole opens up at Cape Kiwanda (Oregon Public Broadcasting)
22. Nike Basketball To Release A Kids-Exclusive “Kaleidoscope” Pack During All-Star Weekend (Sneaker News)
23. Former Beaverton Mayor Sentenced to Federal Prison for ... (Department of Justice)
24. Denny Doyle, ex-Beaverton mayor, sentenced to prison after apologizing for ‘idiotic behavior’ in downloading (OregonLive)
25. The SEA Crab House to Open Two New Locations in February (FSR magazine)
26. 'The Blind Boys of Alabama' to perform in Beaverton ahead of ... (KGW.com)
27. Three vehicle crash on Hwy. 93 sends one to the hospital Monday ... (KMVT)
28. Matcha Green Coats The Nike Air Force 1’s Latest Color Of The Month (Sneaker News)

Today in Beaverton:

From my notebook:

• Beaverton Beavers: "STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Mr. Vancil🏀 Q: Where did you grow up? A: I grew up in Beaverton. My parents were the 2nd house in the Aaronmore Neighborhood, next to OES and Garden Home. Q: Are you married/have kids? A: I got married last August. I ..." (Beaverton Beavers via Instagram)
• Beaverton Beavers: "A look into APES and their city planning project, one of the last projects before the new semester! #ExcellenceInspiresUs #ExperienceBHS" (Beaverton Beavers via Instagram)
• Beaverton High School: "STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Mr. Vancil🏀 Q: Where did you grow up? A: I grew up in Beaverton. My parents were the 2nd house in the Aaronmore Neighborhood, next to OES and Garden Home. Q: Are you married/have kids? A: I got married last August. I do..." (Beaverton High School via Facebook)
• Beaverton High School: "A look into APES and their city planning project, one of the last projects before the new semester! #ExcellenceInspiresUs #ExperienceBHS" (Beaverton High School via Facebook)
• Beaverton City Government: "Heads up small business owners! The state small business agency, Business Oregon, has a new grant program open this week only, which provides between $2,500-$30,000 to small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. See more details ..." (Beaverton City Government via Facebook)
• Beaverton City Library: "Don't miss this show on Saturday night. No registration required, but arrive early in order to secure a seat!" (Beaverton City Library via Facebook)
• Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce: "Lunch Bunch? Don’t mind if we do! Join us at @redrobinburgers 4105 SW 117th Ave Beaverton, OR 97005 #shopchamberfirst #eatlocal #redrobinyum" (Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• Beaverton City Library: "Maybe you know some students who are interested. More details in the second link below." (Beaverton City Library via Facebook)
• Beaverton City Government: "#TalkTrashTuesday: Are you a community member with cart recycling service? If so, that means you now have a way to recycle batteries! But wait, they don't belong in your mixed recycling. To properly recycle batteries at home, place them ..." (Beaverton City Government via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Cooper Mountain Heights: "A/C guy. - I need an A/C guy. Any recommendations? I’m in Beaverton Oregon." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Quatama Station: "This beautiful coyote was roaming around on wilson and went on school ground of Highland Park Middle school. - I notified the school and made them aware it was on school property so they can keep the children safe." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Beaverton Creek: "[UPDATE] The car is gone! - Not sure if it was towed or the person finally left. Phew. There's a car that's badly parked in front of our house and it's been there since Thursday of last week. 😩 They don't totally block our driveway but..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, South Beaverton: "ND Ads - Is anyone else seeing constant Wildlife Safari ads? It's about every 3rd post in my feed and has been constant for at least a week. It's so annoying that I'm considering dumping the App. Has ND simply changed from a neighborh..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Murray Blvd.: "I have 3 kittens that need a home ASAP. - Born October 2nd... mom is tortoise and dad is a Maine Coon. Litter box trained!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Alpine Cresmoor Clifford: "Any recommendation on where to get the zipper on my skirt fix? - Thanks!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Northridge: "Does anyone recognize this golden retriever? - I found him running along River Rd. near Rosa Rd. Sweet baby almost got hit by several cars. I pulled over and he jumped right in my car. I was on my way to work. He has a pink heart tag wit..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, South Beaverton: "Hi - Looking to have someone change out a dining room chandelier and remove the old/install new bathroom lighting fixtures. - Anyone have recommendations for a good handyman or contractor who can help with this? In South Beaverton area." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Murray Hill: "Looking for a reliable and (trustworthy w/references) dog sitter for our two small dogs this coming weekend. - Saturday - Monday. Any suggestions?" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Hazeldale: "I'm hearing a lot of loud car noise coming from the area of Farmington and 185th, with loud popping too. - Anyone know what's going on?" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Highland: "HOME OWNERS ! - Contact now for a free consultation Take advantage of our amazing winter deals!! Same day FREE estimates 971-246-9666" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Cedar Hills - Center Street Park: "Hello everyone, - I’m in DESPERATE need of infant Tylenol RIGHT NOW, I have a 2 month old that got covid and I CANNOT FIND ANY if anyone has extra please please let me know so I can buy one of you 😓🙏🏼🙏🏼" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Arbor Station: "Does anyone else have their pet as their screensaver? - I'd love to see some furbabies on their proud parents' lock screen 🥺" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Murray Blvd.: "Fitness Watch Recommendations needed. - Love Apple products, but way too costly and complex then I need. Want to track steps, BP, pulse and maybe EKG. But accuracy is important as not all devices are accurate. What do like that is less ..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, SW 187th Ave: "Hi neighbors I wanted to ask if anyone knows of any great companies for exterminators ??? - That doesn't charge outrages rates. Thank you" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bale's Triangle: "Hi Neighbors! - Anyone free in the next day or so with a truck to move a bed from Hillsboro to Aloha. A foam mattress and box spring. Appreciate it if you could. I could dispose of anything you need to toss that garbage won’t take in exc..." (Nextdoor)

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— Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel

About me: The original Pirate Queen and QA engineer for Patch. Did you know that this week I have worked at least two fourteen hour days? This sprint has been nuts and the engineering team has been keeping me hopping non-stop. I'm exhausted and very close to needing a vacation.

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