Author: Lauren Bishop | Beaverton Valley Times

News

FROM THE EDITOR: The Beaverton Valley Times is getting a new look

Dear readers, Our website is getting a new look. Starting May 16, 2025, the Beaverton Valley Times website ... Read more

Opinion

OPINION: Beaverton voters should stand with teachers

As a mother, doctor and policy maker, I wrestle with hard decisions like budgets, program funding and grapple ... Read more

Opinion

RURAL REFLECTIONS: Belly up to the tie bar

Coffee in hand. Fire in the fireplace. Rainy day. My calm morning ritual suddenly jarring me more awake ... Read more

Education

Fostering unity, community in Cornelius

(CORNELIUS) — What began as a goal to complete community service hours through the National Honor Society has turned ... Read more

Education

Feeding the community, a drive at a time

(SHERWOOD) — She may not crave the spotlight, but Sherwood High’s Sophia Burt shines when serving her community. Born ... Read more

Letters to the Editor

OPINION: Oregon’s proposed flavored vape ban: A gift to criminals, a burden to police

Oregon state lawmakers are considering legislation that would prohibit the sale of flavored nicotine products statewide. While well-intended ... Read more

Columnists

RURAL REFLECTIONS: Crust of the matter

My teeth nibble at the edges of my waffle. From my childhood on, I have understood that the ... Read more

Opinion

OPINION: While Washington plays politics, Beaverton is building community

Just 100 days into Donald Trump’s second term, Beaverton is already feeling the blowback. Reckless tariffs and political ... Read more

Opinion

OPINION: Voters should reject divisive politics pushed by Beaverton teachers’ union

After 12 years serving on the Beaverton school board, I’ve witnessed our community navigate countless challenges with resilience ... Read more

Opinion

OPINION: Oregon’s pharmacies are in crisis. HB 3212 can help stop the bleeding

Since 1935, Beaverton Pharmacy has served as a trusted health hub in the heart of Washington County. We’re ... Read more