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We were informed that the suspect in the below case, Ian Ikaika Imamura, worked as a student teacher for Sherwood Middle School and Sherwood High School during the 2022-2023 school year. If you or someone you know has any information regarding interactions with him, please contact non-emergency at 501-629-0111 to be put in contact with our investigations team.Independence Police Arrest Central School District Teacher on Multiple Felony Charges
(Independence, Oregon) — On Thursday, July 2, 2026, the Independence Police Department arrested Central School District teacher Ian Ikaika Imamura, 28, following an extensive criminal investigation.
Imamura is lodged at the Polk County Jail on the following felony charges:
• Luring a Minor
• Possession of Material Depicting Sexually Explicit Conduct Involving a Child in the First Degree
• Online Sexual Corruption of a Child II
• Encouraging Child Sexual Abuse in the First Degree
• Encouraging Child Sexual Abuse in the Second Degree
• Computer Crime
• Identity Theft
• Using a Child in Display of Sexually Explicit Conduct
• Tampering with a Witness
The Independence Police Department is working closely with the Central School District, which had placed Imamura on administrative leave and is continuing its own investigation.
"Our priority is protecting children and seeking justice for victims," said Chief Juventino "Tino" Banuelos. "I want to commend our detectives and School Resource Officers for their professionalism and dedication throughout this investigation. We recognize how difficult cases like this are for those affected, and we remain committed to handling them with compassion and care."
Anyone with information that may assist investigators is encouraged to contact the Independence Police Department at 503-838-1214.
The investigation is ongoing and further inquiries can be directed towards the Polk County District Attorney’s office.
The Independence Police Department recognizes that investigations involving children can be especially difficult for victims, families, and the community. The department encourages anyone affected by this case to seek support from counselors or victim advocacy resources.
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If you’re hungry or need a sweet treat at tonight’s Music on the Green, we’ve got you covered!
Near the concert green will be Dosa Yumm and Sprinkles of Joy Bakery. While Washington Street hosts a food truck and Kona Shaved Ice.
It’s shaping up to be a beautiful and warm one. SEE YOU TONIGHT!!
#hitmachine
#livemusic
#musiconthegreen
#sherwood
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WCCCA has a new automated virtual assistant that will help triage
Non-Emergency calls. WCCCA is launching an automated virtual assistant, named AVA, to assist call takers by triaging non-emergency calls. Ava helps gather information for routine, non-emergency needs such as lost property, noise complaints, parking issues, and other similar situations.
Ava will help us maintain our low wait times for non-emergency calls while keeping dispatchers available to service 911 emergency situations. Ava is for non-emergency calls only and all activity is monitored by a dedicated WCCCA dispatcher. If at any point during the assisted call the situation requires a live dispatcher, the call is immediately transferred through.
WCCCA will be monitoring activity as the program continues and will make adjustments as needed to ensure we are providing the excellence in communications our agency strives to deliver to our community members and partner agencies.
Please visit our website below to submit questions or concerns. You can also call 503-690-4911.
www.wccca.com/contact-us
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Music on the Green is starting off strong with Hit Machine this evening! Come celebrate our 30th year at Stella Olsen Park.HIT MACHINE is kicking things off for our first Music on the Green concert!! We’re excited this crowd favorite is bringing their high energy back to the MOG stage!
Come celebrate Music on the Green’s 30th year at Stella Olsen Park! The fun runs from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Be there early so you won’t miss the special welcome by Sherwood Mayor, Tim Rosener!
Presented by Sherwood Dental Care, this milestone year promises to be an unforgettable season of live performances under the summer sky. For the full schedule, go to MusicOnTheGreen.net (or follow link in bio).
Admission: Free and open to the public! 🎶🎸☀️
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HIT MACHINE is kicking things off for our first Music on the Green concert!! We’re excited this crowd favorite is bringing their high energy back to the MOG stage!
Come celebrate Music on the Green’s 30th year at Stella Olsen Park! The fun runs from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Be there early so you won’t miss the special welcome by Sherwood Mayor, Tim Rosener!
Presented by Sherwood Dental Care, this milestone year promises to be an unforgettable season of live performances under the summer sky. For the full schedule, go to MusicOnTheGreen.net (or follow link in bio).
Admission: Free and open to the public! 🎶🎸☀️
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🚦Street Sweeper Update
Our street sweeper is currently in the shop for repairs, which may cause some delays to our regularly scheduled program this month.
Our Public Works team will do its best to stay on schedule and catch up. We appreciate your patience while we work through this temporary setback.
If you're new to Sherwood or need a refresher, we've included our street sweeping map below and linked in the comments to find your neighborhood's sweeping schedule.🧹
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As of 6am, the westbound lanes of SW Tualatin-Sherwood Rd at SW Pacific Highway are shut down for a multiple vehicle crash. Thankfully nobody is seriously injured. The roadway should reopen around 7:30am.
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🚧 Heads up, Sherwood!
If you're traveling on Oregon Street today through Thursday (July 7 - July 9), expect some delays while paving work is underway. Thank you for your patience as we work to keep Sherwood's streets in great shape.
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Music on the Green starts this week! We hope to see you there! ☀️🎶The City of Sherwood’s 30th Annual Music on the Green Summer Concert Series starts THIS WEDNESDAY, July 8th!😎🎤🎶🎸
HIT MACHINE is kicking things off for our first concert!! We’re excited this crowd favorite is bringing their high energy back to the MOG stage!
Come on out for live music, dancing, and food and drinks, all while enjoying our great outdoors at Stella Olsen Park! The fun runs from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Be at the park early so you won’t miss this Wednesday’s special welcome by Sherwood Mayor, Tim Rosener!
Presented by Sherwood Dental Care, this milestone year promises to be an unforgettable season of live performances under the summer sky. For the full schedule, go to MusicOnTheGreen.net (or follow link in bio).
Admission: Free and open to the public
When: Wednesday, July 8, 6:30-8:30pm
Where: Stella Olsen Memorial Park, 22256 SW Washington St, Sherwood, OR
Stay tuned for more announcements regarding our 30th Anniversary Celebration, and THANK YOU to the following Sponsors of the 2026 Music on the Green!
PRESENTING SPONSOR
@sherwooddentalcare
MAJOR SPONSORS
@cityofsherwood
@sherwoodbroadband
@iqcreditunion
SUPPORTING SPONSORS
@morerealtyinc
@goldfish_Sherwood
@thespringsliving_official
@ymcacw
@allstate
SEE YOU OUT THERE!
@hitmachinetribe
#SummerConcerts
#MusicontheGreen
#SherwoodCenterfortheArts
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The City of Sherwood’s 30th Annual Music on the Green Summer Concert Series starts THIS WEDNESDAY, July 8th!😎🎤🎶🎸
HIT MACHINE is kicking things off for our first concert!! We’re excited this crowd favorite is bringing their high energy back to the MOG stage!
Come on out for live music, dancing, and food and drinks, all while enjoying our great outdoors at Stella Olsen Park! The fun runs from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Be at the park early so you won’t miss this Wednesday’s special welcome by Sherwood Mayor, Tim Rosener!
Presented by Sherwood Dental Care, this milestone year promises to be an unforgettable season of live performances under the summer sky. For the full schedule, go to MusicOnTheGreen.net (or follow link in bio).
Admission: Free and open to the public
When: Wednesday, July 8, 6:30-8:30pm
Where: Stella Olsen Memorial Park, 22256 SW Washington St, Sherwood, OR
Stay tuned for more announcements regarding our 30th Anniversary Celebration, and THANK YOU to the following Sponsors of the 2026 Music on the Green!
PRESENTING SPONSOR
@sherwooddentalcare
MAJOR SPONSORS
@cityofsherwood
@sherwoodbroadband
@iqcreditunion
SUPPORTING SPONSORS
@morerealtyinc
@goldfish_Sherwood
@thespringsliving_official
@ymcacw
@allstate
SEE YOU OUT THERE!
@hitmachinetribe
#SummerConcerts
#MusicontheGreen
#SherwoodCenterfortheArts
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Sherwood City Hall, Community Room
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Welcome to the City of Sherwood’s Notification System, the city’s latest tool for providing residents with immediate information and warnings on water contamination, extreme weather warnings, unexpected road closures, etc. This is a free service provided by the City of Sherwood.