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🌱 Patch AM: How a new $500,000 grant will change Beaverton’s Behavioral Health Court.

Spotted on the Beaverton calendar: Steve Hale solo @ Hoffman Farms Store

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Good morning Beaverton! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a new $500,000 grant will change Beaverton's Behavioral Health Court.
  • Beaverton tech consortium quietly picks a new global industry leader

Also on today's calendar: Steve Hale solo at Hoffman Farms Store and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)


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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Cooler; a little p.m. rain, with a high of 66 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Saturday: Some sun with a shower, temps: high: 61, low: 42.
  • Sunday: Sun-soaked conditions, with a high of 67 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Wyden, Merkley, Bonamici, Salinas, Hoyle, Dexter Announce $4.3 Million to Support Public Safety Across Oregon (senate.gov) — Beaverton is set to receive $500,000 in federal funding to expand its Behavioral Health Court, which supports residents with mental health challenges involved in the municipal justice system. The grant is part of a $4.3 million statewide package backing youth safety, child advocacy, and police upgrades in Gresham, Salem, Cottage Grove, and other Oregon communities.
   

• Executive Change: FiRa Consortium Appoints Sunil Jogi as President (intelligence360.news) — A Beaverton-based technology consortium, FiRa, has named Sunil Jogi as its new president, underscoring the city's role in cutting-edge ultra wideband location technology. Headquartered on SW 153rd Drive, the nonprofit coordinates global standards and certification for UWB, connecting more than 100 member companies and helping shape how future devices locate and interact with each other.
   


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💬 Chatter

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  • Looking for honest opinions on meal delivery services like Hello Fresh.
    Is it really cheaper than just buying groceries? We are a family if 2 adults now since the kids have moved away. I spend a ton on groceries every… (Nextdoor Progress Ridge - Horizon)
  • UPDATE: I took them into VCA Murrayhill and they do have a chip.
    However, it hasn't been updated since 2022 and we have not been able to get a hold of the number listed. Looks like they were initially adopted from… (Nextdoor Sexton Mountain)
  • Analog Devices posted a job opening for Machine Shop Operator in Beaverton. Apply here.
  • Aramark posted a job opening for Chef de Cuisine in Beaverton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Beaverton here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Mad Greek Deli owner says he gave it his all despite upcoming closure (beavertonvalleytimes.com)
  • Rogue Pilots Are a Growing Safety Threat. No One Knows How to Stop Them. - The Journal. (wsj.com)

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Ok Beaverton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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