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BMW Of Tigard Holding Hiring Event
The new, state-of-the-art BMW of Tigard will host an open house-style hiring event Tuesday, May 21 from 3 to 6 p.m. to fill numerous full-time positions. The luxury dealership seeks experienced automotive technicians, sales consultants, product support professionals and more to deliver exceptional customer service. Prospective candidates are welcome to explore the 250,000 square-foot facility to learn more about the company’s exciting career opportunities.
North Plains, Forest Grove to pay tribute on Memorial Day
The city of North Plains and the North Plains Chamber of Commerce invite the public to pay tribute to fallen heroes during a Memorial Day observance Monday, May 27. Beginning at 11 a.m., scheduled events include an honor guard and rifle salute, courtesy of Martin J. Ryan VFW Post 2666, a Missing Man Table and honors ceremony and a laying of the wreath. The keynote speaker for the ceremony is...
Model battleships, commemorative speeches to highlight Tualatin Memorial Day observance
In honor of Memorial Day next week, Tualatin is hosting an observance featuring flight, float and solemn honors to mark the occasion. Among the local groups hosting a Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 27, will be the Tualatin Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3452. The observance, which begins at 10:45 a.m., will be held at on the west side of Tualatin Lake of the Commons. Events include a Missing...
Overcoming obstacles with service and sisterhood
(CORNELIUS) — Sisters Angie and Andrea Reyes Aguilar have always been able to count on each other, but when they moved to the U.S. from Chiapas, Mexico, their sisterhood became a lifeline. “It was so helpful to me because I have someone to understand how I feel,” Angie said. “She was living the same thing as me.” Angie, 16, and Andrea, 18, are both Forest Grove High School juniors. They...
Dog treats made by Aloha students available at Washington County K9 Trials
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ore. (KPTV) - The 17th annual Washington County K9 Trials will be held this Saturday. Along with the free competition will be a community fair where you can pick up some free doggie treats made by a group of local kids. Sergeant Eamon O’Reilly is with the Washington...
Doogie Howser M.D.? No, just Forest Grove students fast-tracking into the medical field
Only a senior in high school, Penny Webber is already checking vital signs, administering vaccines and working with patients as a medical assistant. The Forest Grove High School student obtained a job at Mountain View Medical Center, where she gets a glimpse into the health care field before entering college. But how did a 12th grader snag a job in a doctor's office? ...
17th annual K-9 trials to unleash excitement in Hillsboro this weekend
Washington County’s professional canine competition is back for another year of tricks, agility and tail-wagging excitement. Hosted by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff’s Office Foundation, the 17th Annual Washington County K-9 Trials returns Saturday, May 18, to the Hillsboro Stadium at 4450 N.E. Century Blvd. Aside from a chance for police dogs and their handlers to earn bragging rights — and a trophy — the event offers an...
Readers respond: Chaichi wants all to thrive
Farrah Chaichi is running for re-election as our state representative for District 35 and that is a very good thing. I have known her for several years, starting from when we volunteered with the Oregon League of Conservation Voters. I have found her to be sharp, focused and thoughtful on issues such as climate, equity and political process.
Tigard's 'Positive Marissa' Johnson wins pair of 3A state championships in throws
Forty-eight hours of 'Positive Marissa' is the mindset Tigard sophomore Marissa Johnson has to find. "I started deciding I have an alter-ego called Positive Marissa," Johnson said. "Every time I was Positive Marissa and just having fun with it I PR'd ... I just try to be extroverted and positive to everyone. No negative thoughts in my mind whatsoever. Even if it's a bad throw, I just go on to the next." ...
A star on and off the stage
(FOREST GROVE) — Alina Harrison shines on the stage, but the young performer is also a star supporting actress in her community. A Forest Grove High School sophomore, Harrison has been performing for most of her life. Starting dance when she was four years old, she eventually took on acting roles. “I got involved with a musical theater class, which I took just to see how that would go. And...
Need weekend plans? Here’s what’s going on in the area
With mild weather forecasted and a slew of local events and festivals planned, it’s shaping up to be a wonderful weekend. Here’s the rundown: Friday, May 17 UFO Festival — The aliens are attacking McMinnville! Well, it’s actually just people...
‘Leave me, just get out’: Son helps father escape fire after car they were fixing explodes
YAMHILL Ore. (KPTV/Gray News) - A father and son in Oregon are recovering after they caught on fire while fixing a car last Thursday evening. The family says they have been in survival mode since the incident. “They are alive and that’s all that matters right now,” family member Marsay...
2024 Oregon State 6A track and field championships results roundup
With the three day event of the 2024 Oregon State track and field championships now in the books, __ 6A schools saw Tigard High School The Tigard Tigers produced 18 total qualifiers in 2024 and finished seventh overall in the girls side of things and 19th in the boys. Marissa Johnson was the shool's only...
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