By Gary Randall, For The Mountain Times I’m currently laid up with a bum shoulder and an arm that’s about as useful as a noodle. To make matters worse, the nerve block I got during surgery seems to have staged a mutiny, leaving me with a pain level that could register on the Richter scale. But in the midst of it all, I find myself feeling something unexpected — gratitude. I’ve been fortunate to have good health most of my life, which is something I no longer take for granted.

By Marie Kennedy, For The Mountain Times As we head down the mountain, this final piece in our series continues to explore the stories behind the towns of the Mount Hood corridor — each stop, a link to the past. Zigzag In 1845 Joel Palmer documented his descent into Zigzag Canyon in his search for a path west through the Mount Hood wilderness. He wrote, “The manner of descending is to turn directly to the right, go zigzag for about one hundred yards, then turn short round, an

By Pat Erdenberger, Hoodland CPO, For The Mountain Times We welcome a very busy month of April! Most of you know that the goal of the Hoodland Community Planning Organization (HCPO) is to bring County information to our Hoodland community and provide a voice back to the County. The HCPO will hold an in-person community meeting on Thursday, April 17th at 7PM at the Mt. Hood Resort’s main building, the Doug Fir Room. The topic for our meeting will be of interest to many. We’re

By Madeline Bombardi, For The Mountain Times The lingering chill of winter gives way to the embrace of slowly emerging spring flowers, signaling a time of renewal and growth. At Mount Hood Flowers, the arrival of hellebores, crocus and tulips marks the first colorful splash of the season. With their graceful petals and bold, lively hues — ranging from vivid purples to radiant reds, subtle pinks, and golden yellows — spring flowers symbolize the freshness and optimism of the s

By Dr. Melanie Brown Chiropractic Physician, Mountain Life Clinic Caring for yourself doesn’t have to be complicated. Small, consistent habits can significantly impact how you feel every day. From reducing stress to easing muscle tension, simple self-care practices can help support your overall well-being. One often overlooked aspect of self-care is quality sleep. Sleep affects everything from energy levels and digestion to inflammation and mental clarity. Yet many people str