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