A Few Things You May Not Know About Mac
 

• Born and raised in Montesano, Washington, a small logging town on the Olympic Peninsula.

• Earned the rank of Eagle Scout and was recognized by Governor Dan Evans for outstanding volunteer service.

• Played accordion in elementary school before switching to trumpet in fifth grade.

• Was selected to Little League All-Star Baseball as a pitcher and second baseman.

• Performed in a Northwest rock-and-roll band that toured from California to Canada.

• Opened for well-known acts including Buffalo Springfield, The Byrds, and Paul Revere & the Raiders.

• Recorded music in Seattle's legendary Fifth Avenue Recording studios.

• Taught guitar lessons to a young Kurt Cobain before he became famous.

• Played upright bass in bluegrass bands for more than 40 years.

• Holds degrees from Grays Harbor College, Western Washington University, and two master's degrees from Central Washington University.

• Was recognized as Washington State Principal of the Year for Science and Technology.

• Started his own local business, McGlothlin Music Company, serving The Dalles community.

• Has spent more than 50 years serving students, families, and communities as a teacher, principal, administrator, mentor, and elected official.

• Has served on The Dalles City Council since 2010, including seven years as Council President.

• Has been married to his wife, Laura Jo, for more than 52 years.

• Proud father of three children and grandfather to a growing family.

• Is a lifelong Lions Club member, past District Governor, and recipient of numerous service awards.

• Taught himself computer programming in the early 1980s, learning languages such as FORTRAN, COBOL, and BASIC.

• Loves fishing and spending time outdoors.

• Can often be found visiting with friends and neighbors at Momma Jane's Pancake House.

• Believes that leadership begins with listening and that every person deserves to be treated with respect.

• Has dedicated much of his life to helping people in need, often quietly and without seeking recognition.
   

Mac's Personal Philosophy
 

"If one life has breathed easier because I have lived, then I will have known success."
 

For Mac, public service has never been about titles or recognition. It's about helping people, strengthening the community, and leaving The Dalles better for future generations.