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June 2026 New Business News

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• Kove Island Comfort Kitchen
• 808 Grinds update
• Casa Pinto
• Café Yumm
• What’s New Furniture

Road News June 2026

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• Kaiser Road closure starts June 15
• St. John’s Bridge entrance closure June 5-14
• Will the Biggi development help pay for Thompson Rd. improvements?

WCSO News June 2026

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• Body found on Saltzman
• Live Action Training
• Roving group of kids creating havoc in the Bethany area
• WCSO Watch: Summer Safety and Elder Abuse Awareness Month

Business News June 2026

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• The Cornell School celebrates 10th anniversary!
• “School’s Out for Summer “ market at Bethany Village
• Cedar Mill Farmers Market
• End of School Block Party
• Speech & Debate summer camp
• BodElite Introduces Emsella for pelvic health
• Buying a Home? What to Know Before You Remodel
• How CWS sets rates for your community
• Sunset Credit Union news
• New Bottle Drop at Target store

Washington County News June 2026

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• Cornell Road Recovery Housing Open House
• Garbage rate increase is under review
• County’s proposed budget preserves critical services 
• County Auditor releases 2026 Audit Schedule
• CWS water releases make Tualatin River a year-round resource

Providence is leaving the insurance business

* Employer-based plans will phase out gradually
• You may still be able to see Providence doctors
• For Medicare Advantage members
• Medicaid coverage is expected to transfer
• Members will get updates

Are you ready for measles?

We asked Washington County Health and Human Services about the likelihood of seeing measles in Washington County, and what we could do for treatment and to be protected. Thanks to Afiq Hisham, Public Health Communications Coordinator for these answers.

Garden & Nature News June 2026

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• Treekeepers of Washington County events
• Cedar Mill Garden Club
• Master Gardeners events

Arts and Entertainment News June 2026

• Beaverton Community Band presents Heroes and Villains
• A cappella harmony at Summer Spectacular
• Beaverton Concerts in the Round
• Westside Singers share music and community
• The Reser Presents
• Hillsboro Showtime Concert Series
• Oak Hills Squares Anniversary Dance
• Paint Haystack Rock
• Learn to draw with Leo
• Summer Term at Catlin Gabel Community Arts
• Village Gallery of Arts

Washington County Extension explores new funding option

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Oregon State University is the home of the Extension Service, which is directed by federal legislation to “extend” university-proven horticultural and life-skills information and services to the public at no or nominal cost.

TriMet cuts will affect local lines

In late May, TriMet announced that it will make major spending cuts and a historic staffing reduction beginning July 1, 2026, as they continue taking action to address an annual budget deficit, and preserve core transit service for riders and the region, even in the face of rising costs.

Community News June 2026

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• Loaner life jackets at Hagg Lake
• $100 for kindergarten students
• SAMBA fireworks stand
• Washington County Forum: Election Results
• Oregon’s Plan on Aging: Share your comments
• Meet Team Overcharged Robotics
• Bonny Slope Elementary Kindergarten enrolling now
• Fourth of July safety
• Viva Village news and events