• SPRD has served Sisters for two decades

  Many newer residents, and even some old-timers, may not know much about what the Sisters Park & Recreation District (SPRD) does, how it is funded, and where it came from. SPRD is a special taxing
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  Slash burning considered “most economical” for removal

  With the rise of global temperatures and concern about climate change, the common forestry practice of slash burning is questioned by some citizens and organizations. Slash consists of branches and ot
• Sisters had a mostly ‘normal’ November

  According to preliminary data received by NOAA’s National Weather Service in Pendleton, temperatures at Sisters averaged near normal during the month of November. The average temperature was 37.

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  Winter Solstice: More than a short, dark day

  People commonly refer to winter solstice as “the shortest day of the year,” but is that factual? Pat Leiser told The Nugget it’s just one of several “shortest days.” &ld
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  Sisters salutes...

  • Becky Aylor, who has been a sparkplug in leadership in Sisters School District, has resigned to take a temporary position at Mountain View High School as their Dean of Students. Local veterans
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  Parker wins Patriot’s Pen contest

  Blake Parker, an eighth-grade student at Sisters Middle School, won the Patriot’s Pen essay contest hosted by VFW Post 8138. The essay, on the topic “What makes America great,” was s

• Sisters business boosts Kiwanis Food Bank

  Sisters Kiwanis Food Bank is facing continually increased demand as Sisters enters the winter season. A Sisters market is stepping in to help. Melvin’s by Newport Ave. Market has launched its Fo
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  Huge success for local vet’s dogs in AKC competitions

  Dr. Little Liedblad of Broken Top Veterinarian Clinic has been involved with competitive dog training for over 15 years. She’s traveled the country with her dogs, Suture, Kanga, and Kiva to Amer
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  The Center announces new CEO

  The Center Orthopedic & Neurosurgical Care, Central Oregon’s largest provider of orthopedic, neurosurgical, and physical medicine and rehabilitative care, has announced the appointment of Ch

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  Santa brings joy to Sisters Canines

  Even though Santa has been busy in Sisters this holiday season, he still had time to pull up his sleigh at Sisters Art Works last Saturday to put in a special appearance for Pet Photos with Santa that
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  High Desert Chorale sings for Christmas

  Connie Gunterman and her chorale of 50 voices, with the support of accompanist Donna Moyer, brought the Spirit of Christmas to life in Sisters Country in two performances last weekend. Leading the per
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  Tuba player selected to play Down Under

  Sisters High School junior Jack Ogan has dedicated hours to his musical craft as a tuba player, resulting in many opportunities, including honor band selection. Recently his stock rose further when he

• Sisters Outlaws wrestling team competes in invitational

  Outlaws wrestlers competed at the Perry Burlison Invitational at Cascade High School last weekend, in a one-day tournament that also featured JV and girls divisions. “I really enjoy starting the
• Boys and girls hoops drop openers

  The boys and girls basketball squads both dropped their games in the pre-season opener. The boys fell in a tight game on the road at Dallas that ended in a 44-40 loss, and the girls were defeated with
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  Running commentary

  Some might call it a “slice of heaven.” What could be better as a runner? Get up early on Thanksgiving morning, layer on your cold-weather athletic gear and go to a running event called &l

• Dear Santa, I want to be less lonely: Unwrapping the gift of intimacy

  This is always a very busy time of year to be a mental health provider. Amid the twinkling lights, snowflakes, and seasonal cheer, feelings of loss and loneliness often can permeate and subdue holiday
• Fit For Sisters - Keep your fitness through the holidays

  Here goes the 2019 holiday season. For many folks this means family visitation, traveling — and inconsistency of exercise and healthy eating. What does this mean for the fitness you’ve bee
• Fit For Sisters

  A recent fitness and health report indicated one commonality that diet, exercise, and rest are affected by. It’s one thing everyone can work toward improving. It’s intuitive, yet the first

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