By Lucas Holmgren, For The Mountain Times Creating memories with kids is a heartwarming experience for parents. For a parent looking to take their children fishing, a smart place to start is fishing for bluegill, perch and crappie in local lakes and ponds. In the Northwest, there is a surprising abundance of “panfish.” The most popular of this aptly named category of fish that are easily pan-fried is the bluegill. Bluegill can be found in virtually every lake and many smaller

By Steven Graeper, Rhody Water Association, For The Mountain Times The Oregon Association of Water Utilities (OAWU) held its 47th Annual Technical and Management Conference at Sunriver Resort in March. The conference proved successful for all attendees, especially Rhododendron Water Association. At the annual awards banquet Rhododendron Water Association was awarded with the Best Tasting Surface Water in the State of Oregon for 2025. Rhododendron Water Association also won th

By Bri Dittlinger, MSW, LCSW, For The Mountain Times “Mental health matters. Let’s shatter the silence.” - World Health Organization Mental health is a topic that has historically been dismissed, shamed, and even fabricated. Mental health is more than just mental illness, silent struggles, or a laundry list of labels. Mental health is preventative wellness, facts and resources, and ways to hold space for yourself and your loved ones to ask for help and offer support. My hope

By MHCC, For The Mountain Times When Richard Davis, an experienced attorney with 28 years in Barre, Vermont, moved to Troutdale, Oregon, in 2015, he knew establishing his own practice in a new, competitive legal market would be a challenge. After spending six years with a Portland law firm, Davis opened his own practice in Troutdale in June 2016, specializing in personal injury and civil disputes. However, he quickly realized that attracting clients in an area filled with sea

By Sandy Actors Theatre, For The Mountain Times Prepare for an evening of faith, humor, and a little bit of mischief, as the hilarious and beloved Off-Broadway sensation Nunsense opens on Friday, April 25 at Sandy Actors Theatre. Written by Dan Goggin, Nunsense became an international phenomenon and launched an entire series of nun-inspired musicals that have kept audiences laughing for years. Now it’s back with an all-new production that promises to be an unforgettable exper