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St. John in the Woods Celebrates a Century of Faith and Community

St. John in the Woods Celebrates a Century of Faith and Community

Long before Highway 26 became the main route to Mount Hood, local Catholics gathered in a small church built to serve a growing mountain community. Over the next century, St. John in the Woods Catholic Church would survive a roof ...

Mountain Communities Prepare for Fourth of July Celebrations

Mountain Communities Prepare for Fourth of July Celebrations

As the nation prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence next year, Fourth of July traditions continue much as they always have in the Mount Hood corridor.

Welches Students Welcome Back Class of 2026 for Senior Walk

Welches Students Welcome Back Class of 2026 for Senior Walk

allways and breezeways at Welches School filled with cheers, signs, and high-fives June 9 as members of the Sandy High School Class of 2026 returned to their former elementary and middle school for a special Grad Walk celebration.

The Amazing Literary Adventures of Amber and Eleanor the Cat

The Amazing Literary Adventures of Amber and Eleanor the Cat

It’s not often a work of fiction haunts the innermost workings of Eleanor’s literary background. And it’s almost never that a work of fiction has her questioning everything she’s ever understood about accredited authors. But Jodi Picoult’s, “By Any Other Name” not only had us furiously page turning

Welches cabin marks 90 years of family history in the Hoodland forest

Welches cabin marks 90 years of family history in the Hoodland forest

As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary in July, one Welches cabin will celebrate 90 years of connection to the Hoodland forest in the form of a family home nestled securely in the heart of the forest.

Do Athletes Have to Catch Balls?

Do Athletes Have to Catch Balls?

Hohl is a player on the Sandy High School flag-football team. The program only began this year, and Hohl was immediately excited. “Originally, it was just like a fun club. I wanted to get exercise and thought it sounded like a fun way to make friends and be a part of a team,” Hohl said.

Mt. Hood Lions Club Swim Lessons

Mt. Hood Lions Club Swim Lessons

Telltale signs of summer include sunny days and river swimming. Memories of the school year fade, but for many Mt. Hood Villages’ kids, summer also means learning how to fare in our waters – with the help of The Mt. Hood Lions Club.