By Cathy Lavin, HWC For The Mountain Times June was a big month for the Hoodland Women’s Club (HWC). The month got underway with HWC’s annual meeting at Timberline Lodge where officers/board members for fiscal year 2025-26 were inducted. They are Nichole Watts, president; Lori Neely, vice president; Julie St. Peter, parliamentarian; JoAnne Stalsberg, treasurer; Destiny Bovero, recording secretary; Bonnie Hayman, corresponding secretary; and members at large Melanie Brown, Lis

By Dr. Lyon of Orchid Health For The Mountain Times Summer is here, which means many families are already planning for the upcoming school year — including fall sports. One essential step that often gets overlooked until the last minute is the sports physical. As a family medicine provider at Orchid Health, I see firsthand how important it is for kids and teens to receive their annual physicals well before the school sports season begins. These exams aren’t just about checkin

By Dr. Melanie Brown Chiropractic Physician, Mountain Life Clinic Chiropractic care plays a vital role in helping people stay active, prevent injury, and maintain long-term mobility. Many people think of chiropractic as something to try when they’re in pain, but by the time pain shows up, the problem may have been building for weeks, months, or even years. Subtle restrictions in joint motion can start small, but if left unaddressed, they can lead to inflammation, muscle tensi

By Dr. Robert Kelly, D.M.D. General Dentist, McKenzie Dental Have you noticed that there is now an app for your phone for everything?  I often complain about how reliant we are on our phones now so I am probably not the best person to comment on the value of all of these apps.  In fact, just last week, I could not stop grumbling about having to download an app on my smart phone just to set up a new “Smart TV” I bought.  I could not set it up without it and it took 30 minutes

By Patti Jo Brooks The Mountain Times Drinks, music, and family fun abound at this year’s Music Fair and Feast, hosted by the Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce. Enjoy three fun-filled days of great entertainment, good eats, and lots of family activities — July 10 through 12 in Sandy’s Centennial Plaza. Also known as the Beer Garden, the Music Fair and Feast is actually a complete street fair of its own — and it supports a really great cause. While joining in on the festivities w