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Hi Beaverton! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Beaverton private schools made Oregon's "best of" list?
  • Why Beaverton police approve far fewer U visa requests than others
  • How Hillsboro's data center deals are squeezing Beaverton school budgets.

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Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 78 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Friday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, temps: high: 75, low: 52.
  • Saturday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 81 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Best private high schools in Oregon (ktvz.com) — Oregon's top-rated private high schools are ranked in a new list, and several Beaverton campuses earn strong marks for academics, class sizes, and overall quality. Local families considering private education can compare Beaverton schools with leading options in Portland, Tigard, Salem, and beyond, using enrollment, student–teacher ratios, and Niche grades to guide decisions about their teens' futures.
   

• Washington County jurisdictions less willing to support protections for immigrant crime victims, says report (opb.org) — Beaverton police approved just five of 19 U visa certification requests in 2025, contributing to Washington County's far-below-average approval rate for immigrant crime victims seeking protection. Advocates warn this could discourage local victims from reporting crimes and cooperating with investigations. They're urging Beaverton and neighboring agencies to improve training and review their policies.
   

• How revelations like $450M tax breaks created a powerful opposition movement against Oregon data centers (streetroots.org) — A growing coalition is challenging massive tax breaks for Hillsboro-area data centers, arguing they drain money from the State School Fund and deepen Beaverton School District's budget crisis. A Beaverton School Board member is a lead plaintiff in a lawsuit seeking to claw back millions, as local schools cut staff, close an elementary, and burn reserves to cover shortfalls.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

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    They always were patient and answered all my questions thoroughly and thoughtfully. I expected the day of the big trimming to be hectic but the crew… (Nextdoor Sexton Mountain)
  • Missing Tabby Cat !
    Please help me find my cat last seen around Meadow Park Middle School area ! Last seen 9/20/26 If you have any information please text 503-863-9124 (Nextdoor Meadow)
  • Lifetime Fitness - Life Time, Inc. posted a job opening for Aquatics Swim Instructor in Beaverton. Apply here.
  • The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Freight/Receiving in Beaverton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Beaverton here.

🗞 Nearby News

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Hillsboro

  • Genentech Breaks Ground on Major Factory Project in Hillsboro (wweek.com)
  • 45th Annual Portland Regional Gem and Mineral Show - Portland Living on the Cheap (portlandlivingonthecheap.com)

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: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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