Mountain rescue — An Oregon Army National Guard has lifted a stranded climber and six rescuers from the summit of Mount Hood. State search and rescue coordinator Scott Lucas said the climber chose Oregon’s tallest peak as the place to end his life but changed his mind when he got to the top. The man then needed assistance to get back down. The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office contacted search and rescue volunteers about the situation Thursday, and they found the man Friday morning.

Powerball prize — The man who bought a $150 million Powerball ticket in Oregon last month has claimed his prize. Lottery officials said Friday that Steven Nickell carried the winning ticket in his wallet for two weeks before finding out he had the right numbers in the June 20 drawing. The Salem resident has opted to take a lump sum of $61 million.

Beach wheelchairs — Cannon Beach, Manzanita and Seaside provide beach wheelchairs for people with disabilities. Gearhart could be the next North Coast city to try it. The man who helped start the Seaside program went the Gearhart City Council this week to propose a similar service.