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By Matt Bunch, For The Sandy Standard There’s been a lot of talk in Salem lately about “disconnecting” Oregon’s tax code from the federal system. On the surface, it may sound like a harmless policy debate. But under the hood, it’s a move that would quietly take

By John Wallace, For The Sandy Standard March for Meals is our annual community-wide fundraising and awareness campaign held throughout the month of March to support our local Meals on Wheels program. This dedicated effort raises both funds and critical awareness for the growing needs of homebound seniors in

By Brit Allen, The Sandy Standard You might wonder how hospice care and veterans go together. At Mt. Hood Hospice, the connection is simple: service.  Through partnerships with We Honor Veterans and the USA Vietnam War Commemoration, we are given the opportunity to “serve those who have served us.” Each

By Arehn McCarty, for The Sandy Standard  This year, we’re excited to grow our literacy initiative! In past years, every kindergarten through second-grade student received one book from our club. This year, we’re doubling that gift — each K–2 student will receive two books: one before Thanksgiving

By Sandy Actors Theatre, For The Sandy Standard Sandy Actors Theatre (SAT) is wrapping up its lively production of Neil Simon’s classic comedy Barefoot in the Park, which has charmed audiences from February 13th through March 8th. With only a few performances remaining in March, theatre‑goers have one

By Abby Haney, for The Sandy Standard Within the Sandy community, Wippersnappers is a safe place for kids to find enjoyment and connect with the community. Popular activities including play structures, bounce houses, and wiggle carts are offered; multitudes of kids run around Wippersnappers partaking in these activities. The loud,

By Brit Allen, The Sandy Standard Seven years ago, the Mt. Hood Jazz Festival returned home to the Mt. Hood Community College campus, where, in its heyday, it drew in thousands of jazz enthusiasts and big name musicians like B.B. King, Rosemary Clooney, and Tito Puente.  Now under the