By Marie Kennedy The Mountain Times This May, voters in the Hoodland Fire District will decide whether to approve a proposed $19.145 million general obligation bond to fund a new Main Fire Station 351. The measure will appear on the May 20, 2025 ballot and comes after years of discussion over the limitations of the district’s current primary fire facility. The existing station, located in Welches, has served the community for decades but is widely considered outdated and no l

By Justin Andress The Mountain Times In early 2023, Publisher Matt Nelson raised some local eyebrows when he purchased the beloved Mountain Times . Over the next two years, however, Nelson has worked alongside the community to build a stronger, more informed local paper. Though his first job was as a newspaper delivery boy around age 10, Nelson never aspired to own his own paper. Far from it. “However, because of the nature of the publishing business that I’m in, I’m always l

By Brittany Kintigh For The Mountain Times Early in May, the Welches Middle School Leadership Class teamed up with the Hoodland Senior Center (HSC) for a special event — the first-ever Mother’s Day Car Wash and Flower Basket Raffle! It was a fun and sunny day full of teamwork, soapy sponges, and helping hands. The event raised money for the Senior Center’s medical transportation program. This program helps local seniors get to their doctor appointments safely. Thanks to the h

By Justin Andress The Mountain Times On Thursday, May 1, the Hoodland Community Planning Organization (CPO) held an uncharacteristic special meeting to discuss a matter of time-sensitive importance. For those who are unaware, the Hoodland CPO is an organization that represents mountain locals in matters pertaining to the development of land. Their goal is to present the mountain community with issues facing our precious natural environment and inform homeowners and business o

Kylie Berthine It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kylie Berhine Scheibner Black Milne, who departed this world on December 29, 2023. Kylie was a beloved member of the community, a cherished family member, and a friend to many. Her loss leaves an irreplaceable void in our lives, but her memory will forever be etched in our hearts. Kylie was born on June 15, 1951 in Salem, Oregon, to Beverly and Frank Scheibner. She attended Grover Clevela

Introducing Northwest Mobile Vet to Mt. Hood:Locally Owned and Operated By Blake MillerFor The Mountain Times We’re excited to share that Northwest Mobile Vet is now regularly serving the Mt. Hood area, including Welches and surrounding communities. Our mission is simple: to make high-quality veterinary care accessible and convenient for mountain residents — right at your doorstep. As a strictly mobile veterinary practice, we come directly to your home or farm, eliminating th

By Gary Randall For The Mountain Times Each spring, as the Mount Hood National Forest shakes off the last chill of winter, one of my favorite wildflowers quietly announces the changing season — the Pacific rhododendron. I’m always a little surprised when someone is surprised that these rhododendrons grow wild. I’ve had more than a few people ask if they were planted along the trails or part of a restoration effort. I suppose they look too perfect to be wild. But Rhododendron

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By Abby Minniweather, MHCC For The Mountain Times Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) is proud to announce the promotion of Hany Daoud to Head Coach of the Saints Men’s Basketball Team, following the departure of Coach Alex Syum. Coach Daoud has served as Assistant Coach at MHCC since 2022 and brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and a deep passion for the game to his new role. “Coach Syum did an excellent job for us, and we will miss him in our department,” said Director

By Madeline Bombardi For The Mountain Times It’s wedding season here in the Mt. Hood area, and our florist studio is filled with the scent of garden roses, sweet peas, and other fragrant cottage-style blooms. There’s something timeless about flowers that feel freshly gathered — soft, seasonal, and just a little wild. We’re also excited to be back at the Hoodland Farmers Market every Saturday with our hand-tied bouquets. Our market bouquets are full, garden-style bundles you d

By Cathy Lavin, HWC For The Mountain Times The largest fundraiser of the year is on tap for the Hoodland Women’s Club (HWC) this month. The “Scramble for Scholarships” shotgun scramble golf tournament is an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, have fun, and support the Hoodland community all at once. This year’s tournament is scheduled for Thursday, June 26, at the Mt. Hood Oregon Resort. There’s still time to register on the HWC website . The $120 per person cost includes gree

By Dr. Lyon of Orchid Health For The Mountain Times Orchid Health Hoodland Clinic is proud to announce the arrival of Andrew White, PA-C, who is now accepting new patients in the Mount Hood and Hoodland areas. While new to this location, Andrew is a familiar face within the Orchid Health network. He previously served patients at Orchid’s Wade Creek Clinic, where he became known for his compassionate, relationship-focused approach to care. His transition to Hoodland brings a t

By Dr. Melanie Brown Chiropractic Physician, Mountain Life Clinic After a long gray winter in the Mt. Hood area, sunshine’s finally here. And with it, the unmistakable glow of people soaking it in — whether on the ski hill, in the garden, or at the soccer field. Lately, I’ve been seeing sun-scorched cheeks on skiers and hikers. While it’s wonderful to feel the warmth again, it also makes me think about skin damage. Sunlight is essential, but too much or the wrong kind of prot

By Dr. Robert Kelly, D.M.D. General Dentist, McKenzie Dental In a recent dental news journal I read about a beloved and prominent North Carolina dentist, Dr. Mark Bowman, who died in a private plane crash in March with his wife. According to the NTSB, the plane took off from North Carolina and was headed to Florida when it crashed shortly after take off. The couple was on their way to the Dominican Republic, where they were planning to provide dental care to underserved commu

Welches Parent TeacherCommunity Organization By Cassie Kanable, WPTCOFor The Mountain Times Hello Welches Families! May was buzzing with activity as we wrapped up spring and looked ahead to summer! We celebrated our amazing staff during Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, featuring treats like a soda bar, charcuterie boxes, trail mix, and cheerful plants. Huge thanks to local chef Cassie Kanable for providing a beautiful brunch and to Skyway Bar & Grill for generously donating

By Justin Andress The Mountain Times For more than forty years, Leslie Roach has used R&R New Options Equine to protect horses who have suffered abuse or neglect. Presently, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit is home to 28 horses who rely on Roach for their well-being. But this small equine oasis is being threatened. “We are a sanctuary,” says Leslie Roach. She’s a spirited woman who is clearly devoted to her work. The teenagers and volunteers surrounding Roach feed off her infectious e

By Joe O’Leary The Mountain Times By Joe O’LearyThe Mountain Times Track and Field is composed of loads of events that all require unique athletic abilities which take countless hours of fine tuning to master. However, no matter the event, the common goal of the athlete is quite simple: get a slightly better time, distance or height than you did the last time. “There’s not much going through my head . I’m just trying to think ‘jump higher this time. Jump high, run fast,’” San

By Steve Wilent For The Mountain Times My first camping trip, circa 1964, can in no way be described as glamping, a combination of glamorous and camping. My parents packed my brother and me, three and five years old, respectively, into the car and made the long drive from Sacramento to Yosemite National Park. Except for an ice chest, lantern, and two-burner camp stove, all made by Coleman, we had no camping equipment. No tent, no sleeping bags, no sleeping pads, no folding ch

By Marie Kennedy The Mountain Times On the evening of Thursday, May 15, community members gathered at the Mount Hood Resort for the Hoodland Community Planning Organization’s (HCPO) first annual Progress Meeting. The two-hour event brought together key partners to share updates, insights, and plans for the future. Topics included the proposed general obligation bond for a new Hoodland Fire Station, presented by Hoodland Fire officials; emergency preparedness insights from Jay

Theatre Announces Summer Programs,Next Season Dramas By Sandy Actor’s TheatreFor The Mountain Times The 2024/2025 season had three outstanding, well-received shows. Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, our final production, Nunsense , had to be cancelled. Thank you for your continued support. Opportunities: You want to volunteer, but lack experience? SAT will be offering a class on stage management this summer, Saturday, June 21, 10:30 -- 3:30 (with a lun