Don’t let the name fool you. There’s rarely a dull moment at the Boring Brewing Co. in Sandy. Oh the irony. There’s always something to do at this handcrafted brewpub, where locals and visitors alike make a pint-stop for a cold one on their way to and from Mount Hood. Brewmaster Bill Schwartz and his wife Kelly bought Boring Brewing in 2017 when it was located in the small town of its origin – Boring. They kept the name in 2018 when they moved the brewing company to Sandy, it

Jon Tullis in the studio. Music has always been part of life on this mountain – written, played, and shared across generations. Indigenous peoples told stories in song; pioneers carried fiddles and guitars along the Oregon Trail. As communities grew, dance halls, churches, and lodges rang with music – proof that Mount Hood has always had a soundtrack. This is the first piece in a series exploring our local music – its history, what’s happening now, and the people who shaped i

Pat and Griffin McAbery. In the McAbery family, firefighting runs in the bloodlines. It’s part of the family DNA. Griffin McAbery, 22, became Hoodland Fire District’s first third-generation firefighter, carrying on the legacy started by his grandfather. Griffin was hired part-time as a seasonal firefighter with the district, founded in 1966. Decades ago, Griffin’s grandfather, Dick, served on the fire district’s board of directors, setting the stage as the first generation M

Saturday, August 16, dawned bright and gorgeous at the scenic Boring campus of Guide Dogs for the Blind, as the organization paid tribute to more than 100 aspiring guide dogs and over 300 puppy raisers as part of its annual Fun Day celebration. “[Fun Day] is a day of recognition, fun, education, food, and love for our puppy-raising volunteers,” said Summer McCormick, Guide Dog for the Blind’s Puppy Raising Engagement Manager. While you might expect a massive group of dogs to

With a very strong group of juniors that played a massive role in team successes last year as sophomores and a solid corps of senior leadership, it is anticipated that the Sandy High School girls’ soccer team will improve upon last year’s 4-9-2 record this season. Amongst a group of talented juniors, the team is defensively anchored by junior goalkeeper Hannah Winans. Winans became the team’s regular goalie during her freshman season on varsity. She has been a standout playe

The Oregon Trail School District (OTSD) board of directors unanimously approved a resolution at the Monday, Aug. 11 meeting to put a school improvement bond on the ballot for the upcoming November election. The bond would address needed repairs and improvements at elementary and middle schools throughout the district. “This bond is the culmination of more than two years of planning with the help of our constituents,” said Aaron Bayer, OTSD Superintendent. “Parents, staff, com

Place of Birth? Portland, OR. How long on the Mountain? 79 years. If you were not brought here as a child, what brought you to the Mountain? Grandfather built a cabin on the Salmon River in 1927. We visited every year. Profession? Happily retired . Other Professions? Manager of a Garden Center. Owner of Hoodland Fuel (Oil Distributor) and Merit Properties (Real Estate Brokerage). Worked several positions at Bowman’s Resort 1961-67. Favorite movie and/or musical? Shawshank

Even those who never officially met Susan “Phoenix” Lane likely saw her somewhere on the mountain, whether she was riding her Harley in one of her flowy skirts, tending the counter at the Hoodland Bazaar, driving through town with her dogs in her old truck, or painting faces at the Hoodland Farmers Market. Christen Prudence met Lane at the market eight years ago. It was the start of a spiritual friendship, during which Lane recently invited Prudence to participate in the sou

Let’s take a minute and give a rousing round of applause to the Hoodland Library, currently celebrating its tenth anniversary at their Welches location! In the digital age, a segment of society believes that local libraries have outlived their usefulness. That couldn’t be further from the truth, especially for the people who live and work in the Mt. Hood area. Over the past decade at its Welches location (and in the decades prior), the Hoodland Library has proven an indispens

At an age when most people are content to take it easy, Rosemary Nichols is rewriting the playbook on aging. At 86, she’s not only lifting weights – she’s breaking barriers on the world stage. This past July, Nichols competed in the 2025 USPA Power Nationals in Pittsburgh. Taking the platform in the 85+ age division, she claimed world records in all three lifts – squat, bench press, and deadlift – in the International Powerlifting League. Her final deadlift of 92.5 kilograms

By Devin Kelly, for The Mountain Times Every Friday afternoon in downtown Sandy, something vibrant takes root. Tents pop up. Berries glisten in baskets. A guitar hums. Neighbors gather. At the Mount Hood Farmers Market, fresh food, local talent, and community spirit come together in a weekly celebration that’s as fun as it is nourishing. Held May through October, Fridays from 2-7 p.m. at 38600 Proctor Blvd in Sandy ; the market delivers more than goods. It delivers connectio

By MT StaffThe Mountain Times It is with sadness that we said goodbye to Adolph Stocker on 7/11/25 at the age of 96. He passed away peacefully in hospice at the Mt. Hood Medical Center. Adolph was born in Bauma, Switzerland, a small town near Zurich, in a family of 12. He began his livelihood as a house painter, but also went to art school in painting, which became one of his life-long hobbies. His artwork adorns the walls of the Hoodland Senior Center as well of those of

By Blake Miller For The Mountain Times Parasites aren’t just a nuisance. They can seriously affect the health and comfort of your animals. In Oregon’s mild, wet climate, we see year-round parasite activity in both pets and livestock. Dogs, cats, goats, sheep, pigs, chickens, and cattle are all at risk. A proactive, species-specific approach is essential for keeping your animals healthy and comfortable. Understanding the Risks External parasites like fleas, lice, mites, and ti

By Gary Randall For The Mountain Times At 11,249 feet atop Oregon’s highest peak, the Mount Hood “Summit House” fire lookout was built. In the summer of 1915, legendary mountaineer and U.S. Forest Service ranger Elijah “Lige” Coalman, with little help, hauled nearly ten tons of lumber up steep, snow-bound slopes - first by mule to Crater Rock, then by hand the rest of the way - to build a rugged cabin with a cupola perched above the clouds. Life at the summit was usually far

By Bradford Bixby For The Mountain Times Welcome back, dear reader, to another edition of Fore, the column dedicated to uncovering the hidden controversies swirling around the world of golf here at the base of Mt Hood. In case the Pulitzer people think this is easy I quote Dave Barry ( my idol and Pulitzer Prize winner) from his book “Class Clown.” Dave writes “ being a humor columnist, while it may appear to be fun and games, is actually a high-stress occupation that require

Although living on Mt. Hood offers endless opportunities for outdoor recreation and play, there are other ways community members can find a creative outlet and one of those is local paint nights hosted by Mt. Hood Villages resident Meg Eaton. Hosting these paint nights in the community since 2022, Eaton has become an artistic staple and instructor with her ever-growing, ever-popular paint nights held at various locations within the Villages. Hosting at places such as The Whi

By Dr. Melanie Brown Chiropractic Physician, Mountain Life Clinic If you’ve ever walked a sunny trail or driven along a quiet road in late summer near Mt. Hood, chances are you’ve seen clusters of deep blue elderberries drooping from shrubs in open spaces where the light breaks through. These unassuming berries pack a punch for supporting immune health, and they’ve been used for centuries as a natural remedy for colds, flu, and other ailments. Elderberry syrup, made from the

Each summer, Swan Island Dahlias in Canby invites visitors to bask in a stunning display of color, community, and creativity at its annual Dahlia Festival. Running Wednesdays through Sundays from August 1 through September 28, the festival is a breathtaking 40 acre showcase of 370+ dahlia varieties. Admission is free, and the event features live music, local food carts, and family-friendly activities. Wander through display gardens and vast flower fields bursting with vibrant

By Pat Zimmer For The Mountain Times The 21st annual Hoodland Women’s Club “Scramble for Scholarships” golf tournament was a big success, raising over $26,500 for scholarships and community giving. Held June 26 at the Mount Hood Oregon Resort, the event attracted twenty-eight teams and a total of 112 golfers. With the proceeds, HWC has fully funded all five $2500 scholarships for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and raised additional funds for its community giving program. HWC tour

By Steve Wilent For The Mountain Times I’ve written several columns about the state’s wildfire risk map and the importance of creating defensible space that gives your home a better chance of surviving a wildfire. I’ll spare you another haranguing and simply remind you that Hoodland Fire District’s web site has a wealth of information on the topic. Go to hoodlandfire.us, click on Prevention, then on Wildfire Information, and select Defensible Space. The Oregon legislature to