Place of Birth? Alhambra, California.How long on the Mountain? 36 years.If you were not brought here as a child, what… ...

Place of Birth? Alhambra, California. How long on the Mountain? 36 years. If you were not brought here as a child, what brought you to the Mountain? My sister moved here. After coming up here to visit ...

Self-care often takes a back seat in the hustle and bustle of life. Between work, family, and endless to-do lists, it’s easy to neglect time for ourselves. But self-care is essential, not just for ...

In the shadow of Mount Hood, Ivy Bear Pizzeria in Sandy is more than a pizza spot; it’s a hub for culinary creativity led by Scott and his wife, Lindsay. Scott’s passion for bold flavors and unique ...

It was the winter of 2023. Holiday season. Zachary Cram had been a volunteer firefighter at Hoodland Fire District for just a few months. That’s when he received one of the most memorable calls he has ...

Having lived with the elephant of domestic violence as a child in both my grandparents’ and parents’ homes, having been terribly mired myself in more of the same as a young and unskilled wife, having ...

As we stand on the threshold of a new year, I want to take a moment to reflect on all the stories and events that shaped 2024 here on the mountain. It has been a year of change, challenge, resilience, ...

In last month’s column, I challenged you to unplug for a moment. To take in the beauty of the season and of our little corner of heaven. The digital age has given us access to immense amounts of ...

December 1946 – November 2024. Rest in peace.

Pacific Northwest veterans know that winter can be a beautiful season in Washington and Oregon. Yes, the rain can be torrential, or relentless, but the breaks in between are worth it. If you’ve got ...

Dentistry, like many industries, is changing with break-neck speed. Everything from patient experience, insurance participation, costs, and technology are all things that have changed dramatically ...

Heavy rain on bare soil can wash soil into rivers and streams. If your land has been cleared or damaged by wildfire, it is even more at risk. Don’t let your land get carried away! There are ways to ...