“Some Sweet Day” Features Time Travel and Second Chances
By Sandy Actors TheatreThe Mountain Times On Friday, April 26, “Some Sweet Day,” a play by Disney writers Flip Kobler…
The Barlow Road’s Mount Hood Legacy
By Robert MatsumuraThe Mountain Times Imagine starting out from Independence, Missouri, crossing the Great Plains by wagon train, and after…
Forgotten Plank Road to Government Camp on Mt. Hood Revealed
By Mike WestbyThe Mountain Times Like the 1937 Steiner Log Church in Welches, OR, there’s another “new” historical destination on…
Museum Chatter: Clackamas Lake is a Special Place
By Lloyd MusserThe Mountain Times UPCOMINGMUSEUM EVENTS:June 15, 7:00 PM, Social History Happy Hour. Dr. Seth Moran, USGS Cascade Volcano…
Scaling Heights: Exploring the Rich History of the Mazamas
By Robert MatsumuraThe Mountain Times On July 19, 1894, over 350 people convened at Government Camp at the base of…
Meet Laura Strudwick
By Ty WalkerThe Mountain Times Laura Strudwick has made education her business, whether she’s tutoring students how to write, training…
FireWise at Timberline Rim
By Amber FordThe Mountain Times As the residents of the Mt. Hood Villages prepare for the warm summer days ahead,…
The Woodsman: Ticks: Ugly Little (Blood) Suckers
By Steve WilentThe Mountain Times Near the end of an off-trail ramble through the woods near Welches a few years…
The Viewfinder: The Aurora Over Mount Hood
By Gary RandallThe Mountain Times The Northern Lights have always fascinated me. When I was a little boy, I was…
Barlow Ranger District Prescribed Burn Near Rock Creek Reservoir Nearly Completed
Thanks to favorable weather conditions and moisture levels, spring prescribed burning season has arrived on Mt. Hood National Forest. Fire…
Guided Hike on Mt. Hood National Forest
By Mt. Hood Nat’l ForestThe Mountain Times Mt. Hood National Forest is hosting its second annual “Hike with a Ranger”…
Inside Salem
By Rep. Jeff HelfrichThe Mountain Times Over the course of my career in public service, I have had many roles.…
Clary Helen (Houser) 1953–2024
With profound sorrow, we announce that Clary Helen (Houser) DeRemer passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 2:00pm. Surrounded…
James Stanton 1935–2024
James (Jim) Stanton died peacefully at home after a long battle with dementia, surrounded by his loving wife Diane, friends…
Jonathan Lohnes 1947–2024
Jonathan Lohnes was born January 14, 1947, in Springfield, Ohio, and passed away at age 77 of Interstitial Lung Disease…
From the publisher’s desk
By Matthew NelsonThe Mountain Times Hello, Mountain Timers,Many years ago, when I was a senior in college, I started working…
Letters to the publisher: Lisa Riversong Franklin
By Lisa Riversong FranklinThe Mountain Times Hello, communityPlease allow me to introduce myself. I am Lisa Riversong Franklin, Filipina, Wanapum…
Letters to the publisher: Pete, Matt, Michelle, Doug
by Pete, Matt, Michelle, DougThe Mountain Times Hello, neighbors!Memorial Day is approaching – that may mean loud parties, over-occupancy, trespass,…
Letters to the publisher: Sharon Wood Wortman
by Sharon Wood WortmanThe Mountain Times Dear Mountain Times,My husband and I are faithful readers of The Mountain Times and…
Letters to the publisher: Janet Goldstein
By Janet Goldstein Dear Mountain Times,Re: incorrigible fire hazard neglect in the HoodMy neighbors are both women close to or…
The Whole Tooth: Michael Jackson’s Elephant has Dental Surgery
By Dr. Robert Kelly, D.M.D.The Mountain Times It was recently reported in People magazine that a 34-year-old male bull elephant…
Pride Event Raises Money for Suicide Prevention
By Ty WalkerThe Mountain Times Coffee House 26, your friendly neighborhood coffee and book shop, nestled in the foothills of…
Well Adjusted: Crushing Goals with Vision Boards
By Dr. Melanie BrownThe Mountain Times Spring is a season of renewal and growth, making it an ideal time to…
SNHU Announces Winter 2024 President’s List
By Adrian KnowlerThe Mountain Times Publisher’s Note: You will notice that there are two stories about this event in this…
Experts Teach Mount Hood Residents How to Protect Homes and Neighborhoods from Wildfire
By Adrian KnowlerThe Mountain Times Publisher’s Note: You will notice that there are two stories about this event in this…
Mathew A. Sparks Earns Degree from Albright College
READING, PA (05/10/2024) — Mathew A. Sparks of Sandy, OR, is earning a Bachelor of Science degree from Albright College.…
Mt. Hood Golf News
By Bradford BixbyThe Mountain Times Welcome back, dear reader to another edition of Fore. I will be giving you advice…
MHCC Launches Exploratory Bond Development Workgroup
By MHCCThe Mountain Times Community colleges across Oregon regularly go to voters in their districts to ask for support in…
Space still available for the county’s Basic Mediation Training opportunity
Register today (scholarship options) to learn how to empower others to find peaceful solutions. Designed for personal and professional development,…
Documentary Remembers Legacy of ‘Cabin In The Sky’
By Ty WalkerThe Mountain Times Through black and white pictures and words, “Cabin In The Sky: The Mt. Hood Lookout”…
Meet the Artist: Beauty in Abundance with Sue Allen
By Amber FordThe Mountain Times When it comes to living amidst Mt. Hood National Forest and all of its beauty,…
A Smokin’ Success
By Angie HelveyThe Mountain Times There’s plenty to love about Sandy, from the scenic parks and gorgeous views of Mt.…
Sandy Actors Theatre Anticipates Debut of Aboveboard Sept. 20
By Sandy Actors TheatreThe Mountain Times Sandy Actors Theatre (SAT) proudly celebrates the remarkable success of its 2023–2024 season, captivating…
Mountain Matters : Cascadia Center for Arts and Crafts
By Amber FordThe Mountain Times While living among the beauty that is Mt. Hood National Forest there are natural treasures,…
Join us for Watershed Discovery Day!
By Clackamas Water Environment ServicesThe Mountain Times All ages welcome! Join us at Mill Park, this Saturday, June 1, for…
Welches PTCO Corner
By Cassie KanableThe Mountain Times Parent Teacher Corner Hello Welches Families! May was filled with exciting events and continued work…
Giving Dying Mothers Peace of Mind
By Ty WalkerThe Mountain Times A biotechnician who’s specialized in oncology for 15 years, Shawn Armstrong has seen a lot…
Construction to Woodworking, Chainsaw Artistry
By Amber FordThe Mountain Times There is no shortage of trees in the Mt. Hood National Forest and all of…
Help Us Name Our Mascot!
By Ty WalkerThe Mountain Times Mountain Times is thrilled to introduce our newest addition: a friendly, furry mascot bear! Unlike…
New Ranger Vested in Zigzag Forest District
By Ty WalkerThe Mountain Times There’s a new ranger in town and he plans to be here for a good…
Developmental Disabilities Resource Fair at Clackamas Community College
By HWCThe Mountain Times The community is invited to the first Clackamas County Developmental Disabilities Resource Fair on Saturday, June…
Collectibles Shop Owner Loves the Hunt
By Ty WalkerThe Mountain Times To say Kathy Myers-Murawski enjoys collecting things is an understatement. Hunting and finding unique things…
Naan N Curry Adds Spice to Restaurant Scene
By Ty WalkerThe Mountain Times There’s a new place in town that’s adding some spice to the Mount Hood restaurant…
Matthew Kosderka Carries Himself in a Winning Manner On and Off the Field
By Joe O’LearyThe Mountain Times Put yourself in the shoes of a high school baseball player; it’s the seventh inning,…
Firefighter Grateful to Hoodland
By Ty WalkerThe Mountain Times His name is Hunter Parrot. And yes, he enjoys hunting, especially deer and elk. He’s…
Fatal Crash Clackamas County
From Flash Alert Clackamas County near Welches CLACKAMAS COUNTY, Ore. 13 May 2024 – On Friday, May 10, 2024, at…