By Justin Andress The Mountain Times “Empowering.” That was the word most commonly used by the entrepreneurs and professionals who took part in The Mountain Times Women in Business photoshoot on Saturday, June 7. It was a perfect Saturday morning on the mountain as an eclectic and accomplished group of women gathered for some much-deserved recognition. The event included a professional photoshoot and video interviews with an eye toward increasing recognition for Mt. Hood’s sm

By Amber Ford The Mountain Times If dynamic colors, realistic shapes, and images that make you feel like you’re experiencing the landscape with the artist is the type of freedom you take from art, Kenzey Ostrowski is the artist for you. A graduate of Concordia University in Moorhead with a bachelor’s degree in clarinet performance, Ostrowski is no stranger to fine arts. “I took one introduction to art class and absolutely loved it,” Ostrowski said. “When I was 27 I went back

By Justin AndressThe Mountain Times On August 9th, the Mt. Hood Cultural Center and Museum will celebrate the 20th annual Steiner Cabins Tour with a special treat. Seven cabins will be featured, all of which are within walking distance, making for the most accessible cabin tour ever! In advance of the big event, we caught up with Ian McCluskey, a member of the Steiner Cabin Committee, to tour a Steiner cabin that’s currently on the market and discuss the legacy of Steiner cab

By Mt. Hood Museum For The Mountain Times The Mt. Hood Cultural Center & Museum (MHCCM) proudly announces the return of its beloved Steiner Cabins Tour on Saturday, August 9, 2025, marking the event’s 20th anniversary. This walking tour invites the public inside some of the Mt. Hood region’s most iconic, handcrafted homes, built by legendary craftsman Henry Steiner and his family. It’s an opportunity for tour attendees to invest in supporting museum operations and to preserve

By Marie Kennedy The Mountain Times The mountain community showed up in full color for Pride 2025 at Coffee House 26, turning a sunny day on the mountain into a vibrant celebration of community, inclusion, and support for LGBTQ+ voices. Hosted by coffeehouse owner Amber Ford, the event brought together local residents, artists, and allies for a day of music, connection, and fundraising. Throughout the day, live entertainment filled the main floor, with performances by local f