🌱New WashCo Judge + Wrongful Arrest Of Hillsboro Man

Beaverton OR

27 January, 2022

6:15 PM

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Good morning, people of Beaverton! Ash DeMello here with the latest issue of the Beaverton Daily. First, today's weather: Mostly cloudy and chilly. High: 48 Low: 27. Here are the top five stories today in Beaverton: A Beaverton Municipal Court Judge received a promotion this week. Governor Kate Brown appointed Miranda Summer to the Washington County Circuit Court, effective Thursday, January 27. Brown praised Summer for her talent and compassion. (STL.News) A Washington County man has filed a lawsuit for wrongful arrest after he was held in jail for nearly two days with bail set at $1 million. In October, the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force took Sotero Garcia Chavez into custody from his Beaverton workplace, alleging sexual abuse charges from the State of California. Records show Garcia Chavez was in Oregon at the time the crimes occurred. Get the rest of the story at KOIN.com. For over thirty years, teacher Amy Shapiro of Beaverton fought to change Oregon's state song because of racist language. Her request was finally granted when the state legislature approved a modification in the summer of 2021. Click over to KOIN.com for links to a performance and the full, revised lyrics. Fans of the Cedar Hills Killer Burger have a new spot for the much-praised sandwiches. Former Oregon Ducks football star and NFL player LaMichael James is opening a second iteration of the chain restaurant in Lake Oswego. James says the Kruse Village location will host its Grand Opening on January 31. (Willamette Week) What's on your agenda this weekend? See if the weather will be friendly to you with the Beaverton Weather Forecast from Beaverton Patch. From our sponsor: Tackling a big to-do list around the house to start the new year? Our partners at Thumbtack, the home services app, have made hiring trusted local pros for pretty much any job extremely easy and intuitive. In minutes, you can find a painter, plumber, roofer or someone to help with small jobs such as trash hauling or appliance repair. And Thumbtack's rating system can give you confidence that you're hiring a quality pro you can count on. Click here to get started. Today in Beaverton: Beer & LEGOs - Need a creative outlet? In honor of National LEGO Day (January 28), Central Station Taps has LEGOs on hand through today, with an opportunity to win prizes with your creations! (1:00 PM - 9:00 PM)Sweet 'n' Juicy @ The Tigardville Station - Hear the funky sounds of a local band. (7:00 PM - 11:00 PM)Great Gatsby's Daisy - Get tickets for opening night of the latest production by Experience Theatre Project at the Beaverton Masonic Lodge. Tickets start at $52. (7:30 PM) From my notebook: The Village Gallery of Arts is accepting submissions starting on February 3 for a community show. Proceeds will go to support scholarships for student artists. All ages are welcome to submit. (Instagram)Check out the most recent newsletter from the folks at the Beaverton Farmers Market, which is returning to us February 5. Look forward to new and returning vendors, including Edgemaster Knife Sharpening, Fruition Fruit Co. and Vertigo Brewing. (Facebook) Looking for a way to occupy your littles and maybe even promote literacy? Check out Beaverton City Library's latest Story Drop titled "Peacock Clock." (Facebook) Loving the Beaverton Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update! — Ash DeMello About me: Check out my profile at the Beaverton Downtown Association's blog or follow me on Instagram (you'll be one of eight!).