Cold Case Reopened + Read To Dogs + Unease Over Drive-Thru

Hello and welcome to Wednesday. In this edition, you'll find a few top news items as well as some events to enjoy on this sunshiny day. Some highlights include Beaverton Police revisiting a cold case, an opportunity to read to dogs and neighborhood unease about a possible new drive-thru.

Today's Weather:

Things will be a little cooler than yesterday, with a high of 88' and a low of 54' and beautifully sunny.

Here are the top five stories in Beaverton today:

1. Neighbors are criticizing the proposed location of Beaverton's first In-N-Out Burger, 10565 S.W. Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway. Local residents are raising questions about traffic and safety in view of the notably long drive-thru lines at other locations, Gabby Urenda reports. (Beaverton Valley Times)
2. Willamette Week featured Beaverton's vocal anti-vaccine pediatrician and the disciplinary action against him from the Oregon Medical Board. Dr. Paul Thomas awaits the Board’s final decision regarding fines of up to $10,000 for each violation and possible revocation of his license, reports Rachel Monahan. (Willamette Week)
3. Beaverton Police have received new information regarding a cold case sexual assault that occurred between 1993 and 1995 at 11375 SW Center Street in Beaverton. The PD requests anyone who might have knowledge of the crime to contact Detective Maggie Brown at 503.526.2538. (@BeavertonPolice)
4. Mountainside High School girls golf team dominated at an OSAA tournament on May 22, setting a school record. All four teammates put in strong performances, with junior Sofia Fuenmayor taking the win with a three-under 68, Jerry Ulmer reports. (OSAAtoday)
5. Though it might feel like life is returning to normal, the Oregon Health Authority reports an average of 31 new cases of COVID-19 daily in Washington County, with 68.9% of residents at least partially vaccinated. The County continues in "Lower Risk" status. (Oregon.gov)

Today in Beaverton:

• Read to the Dogs— The Bethany Library and DoveLewis' Portland Area Canine Therapy Teams are partnering to host an interactive event for kids to practice reading skills and gain confidence. (2 p.m. to 3 p.m., by appointment)
• Enjoy the AC and a basketball game at Beaverton High School Beavers Girls Varsity Basketball vs. South Medford High School Panthers. (6 p.m.)

Beaverton Patch Notebook:

• Summer reading is for everyone this year at Washington County Community Libraries. Complete reading goals to earn a free book or support local charities! (WCCLS)
• Today is Global Running Day. Whether you're a tortoise or a hare, why not take the opportunity to hit the trails? (NationalToday)

That's all for now. I invite you to reach out to beaverton@patch.com with any feedback or news and events that you'd like to see in the Beaverton Daily Digest.

-Ashley

About me: My name is Ashley DeMello, and I've worked as a copywriter in the Beaverton area for the last eight years. When I'm not gathering info for this newsletter, you'll probably find me running very slowly along the Westside Trail.