By Amber Ford The Mountain Times Long time Mt. Hood Villages resident and local artist Tom McGraw has become a staple within the art community with his creative collective works and unique pieces. Inspired by his love for travel, McGraw sees the beauty in the many places he’s visited. “I’ve travelled all throughout Western Europe, Mexico, Canada and Central America,” McGraw said. “During my travels I was inspired by museums, churches, various cities, people, athletics, music,

By Amber Ford The Mountain Times Throughout its 87 years of operation, Mt. Hood’s Timberline Lodge has remained a popular tourist destination, prompting individuals from all walks of life to engage in its historic and legendary lodge while enjoying the pearly white frosted slopes. While its staff works relentlessly to maintain the look, feel and overall vibe of its historic uniqueness, the nonprofit organization, Friends of Timberline, has been a fixture and compelling force

By Marie Kennedy The Mountain Times The Welches Middle School girls’ basketball team has been making a name for itself this season, lighting up the court with skill, determination, and teamwork. Despite being the smallest middle school in the district and regularly facing teams with significantly larger student populations, the Welches girls have more than held their own. Their resilience and competitive spirit have made for an interesting and exciting season. The team is com

By Danella Demary For The Mountain Times On the way to Mt. Hood Recreation Area, along Route 26 eastbound, there is a sign for Sleepy Hollow Drive. Take a left hand turn here and cross over a bridge spanning the Sandy River. A quick left hand turn will put you at the eastern end of Marmot Drive. Here is where we have passed, time and time again, the sign that states Marmot Recreation Site is only seven miles away. It took us over three years to venture westbound on Marmot Dri

By Justin Andress The Mountain Times In January, a devastating series of fires scorched the hills that surround Los Angeles. As a result of the blaze, firefighters from across the West Coast raced to the area to lend a hand. Among those called to duty were two of Hoodland’s bravest, Division Chief Brian Henrichs and Engineer Pat McAbery. As we explained in the February edition of The Mountain Times: “A total of 21 strike teams were mobilized to California, bringing with them