News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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The debate over resort development in and around the Metolius Basin will come to Sisters High School Wednesday, February 11, at 5 p.m. The Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) announced last Tuesday a series of public hearings on the potential designation of the Metolius Basin as an "Area of Critical State Concern (ACSC)." The first hearing was scheduled in Sisters; other hearings will be held in Madras. Such an ACSC designation would likely ban... Full story
Chuck Fadeley has been named Citizen of the Year by the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce for his pro bono service to many local organizations, including the Chamber and Sisters Habitat for Humanity. The Sisters Rodeo Association was honored as Business of the Year at the Chamber's annual Black and White Ball on Friday at FivePine Conference Center. The event also marks the changing of the guard for the organization as a new president, Patty Vandiver, took the reins from... Full story
Reintroduction of salmon and steelhead runs to Whychus Creek has been a long-term goal since the fish were eradicated by dam construction in the 1960s. In addition to the passage of fish around the dams, another long-known impediment is that Whychus Creek has serious seasonal waterflow and temperature problems in the reach nearest Sisters. What hasn't been well known however - until discovered by a recent Oregon State University study - is that temperatures during historic... Full story
Central Oregon Schools from Bend to Prineville are sharpening their knives for deep budget cuts. Sisters school officials are hoping to avoid that pain this year. But cuts are coming as the state faces a cratering economy and steep budget declines. The depth of the cuts in Sisters - whether they start this year or next - depends on the March 12 vote on the local option tax. "We've had a 1.2 percent cut already from the state," said school board chair... Full story
To the Editor: I'd like to add my 75 cents' worth to the Sisters school levy debate. First I would like to congratulate the school board and the Sisters School District for the fine job they are doing. They are teaching Sisters' children values, particularly which if told "NO," just ignore it and ask someone else again and later. So when their children ask to go to the movies, to the coast with their boyfriend or girlfriend and are told "No!" the children can just ignore it. Because they can ask again a little while later... Full story
When February 14 rolls around, most people think about Valentines. My first thought is Oregon's birthday. Oregon's sesquicentennial is almost upon us, and I don't think there's been near enough fuss. The post office issued a special stamp; The Bulletin ran an Oregon history quiz and that's been about it. I was born here and remember Oregon's centennial in 1959. It was a really big deal. Of course, that was many years ago, when people still knew how to pronounce long vowels. Which brings me to the point: After 150 years, we ou... Full story
The Sisters School District today announced the unexpected death of Nick Drakulich late Wednesday night in Portland. Nick is the husband of Elaine Drakulich, Superintendent of the Sisters School District. He died of complications from cancer treatments. Superintendent Drakulich has directed Margaret Bates, Director of Special Programs, to handle her district responsibilities in her absence. Further information will be posted on the Sisters School District Web site (www.sisters.k12.or.us) as it becomes available. A... Full story
The Sisters-Camp Sherman Rural Fire Protection District will be conducting a community-based door-to-door smoke alarm campaign on February 21-22. Firefighters will be testing and installing smoke alarms as needed in the south portion of the City of Sisters. If you are not able to participate, or live in a different area, call 549-0771 and schedule an appointment to have the department check your smoke alarm. "The presence of a working smoke alarm doubles your chance of surviving a fire, and our program will ensure that more... Full story
A team of dedicated friends and volunteers has been working tirelessly since Doug and Katie Cavanaugh's workshop was destroyed in a fire last month to organize a benefit concert to raise funds for the couple. Doug's business, Cavanaugh Logging, was severely affected by the loss of his shop, and insurance payments will only partially cover the replacement building, vehicles and equipment lost in the fire. "Doug and Katie have contributed so much to our community and have such a large presence in Sisters, that dozens of people... Full story
The Sisters High School wrestling squad lost 48-30 in their dual meet with Elmira at La Pine on Thursday, February 5. The Outlaws won five matches, but gave up 30 points in forfeits. Coach Jeff Smith told The Nugget that the highlight of the night was Aaron Fegenbush's (171 pounds) come-from-behind victory over Cameron Robertson. "The lanky Fegenbush, who actually weighs about 158 pounds, faced the stocky Falcon," Smith reported. "Fegenbush scored the first takedown and then fell behind when Robertson escaped and scored his... Full story
The Lady Outlaws basketball team brought down the Elmira Falcons 49-32 at home on Tuesday, February 3. Three days later they lost to top-ranked La Pine 61-40. Marin Allen's three-point shot at the start of the first quarter helped set the tone for the Outlaws enroute to their victory over Elmira on Tuesday. Shots kept falling for Sisters and very quickly the Outlaws pushed to a 14-6 lead. With 40 seconds left in the quarter Allen stole the ball, drove to the basket and made the lay-in to put Sisters up 18-9. Elmira earned... Full story
Don Zettle, Sisters Ranger District Archaeologist, got the COCC Lunch & Learn program off to a grand start last Wednesday, presenting the first of a "History of Sisters" series to a standing-room-only crowd at the Sisters Library. Zettle gave the participants a close look at how elements of historical archaeology are helping us to locate and appreciate the approximately 7,000-year human history of the Sisters Country. He shared evidence showing how the earliest known inhabitan... Full story
With outstanding PSAT scores, Chrissy Pullig-Gomez received the National Hispanic Recognition Scholar Award, a recognition for Hispanics with above-average PSAT scores. She is also a National Merit Scholar. Although she clearly has a talent for academic excellence, she works extremely hard to maintain her 4.2 GPA and strives to be the best she can possibly be. "I definitely have to work really hard, especially right now with AP (advanced placement) calculus," she said.... Full story
Shirley S. Flaherty of Sisters, loving wife of Richard Flaherty, mother of Monte Flaherty of Redmond and Corrine Flaherty of Seattle, Washington, brother Brian Kibbey of Seattle and sister Kay Waldrop of Marysville, Washington, passed away at her home on February 4, surrounded by her family. Shirley was semi-retired and had worked in Human Resources for retail corporations. She loved being with family and friends and her animals, and lived in Sisters over four years. Services... Full story
At 57 years his journey came to an end at the Veterans Hospital in Portland. Lyle Hammock lived in Eugene; he was raised in Sisters where his heart was always at. He was born in Redmond to Wesley Milton Hammack and Donne Lee (Abbott) Hammack. Lyle married Margie Lea (Smyth) Hammack in Sisters May 25, 1974. They own five acres in Eugene and have two horses and two dogs; George Strait and Bubba, who they love dearly. Lyle went to school in Sisters when it was a quiet little logg... Full story
• Annie Andreson wrote: "I am writing to speak with appreciation and gratitude to the Sisters community. The memorial for Diane Jacobsen (Mrs. J.) was a wonderful, thoughtful and grateful experience. "Two of my sons were fortunate enough to have her for their sixth grade teacher. One of my sons, Clay, has had the privilege of teaching with her at the elementary school for the past six years. "Many of the reasons she was so loved and appreciated were mentioned in The Nugget's tribute and reconfirmed by many who spoke at... Full story
Sisters musician Anastacia took home top honors in the Source Weekly/Far From Earth Films Music Video contest. Anastacia's submission, "Grains of Sand" was up against 16 other bands vying for a shot at winning a music video shoot from Bend filmmaker Tim Cash. Far From Earth Films is based out of Bend and co-hosted the contest. A panel of judges evaluated 16 submissions on recording quality, song structure and the ability of the song to transfer to a music video. Seven... Full story
The sunny blue skies were chasing the last of the snow clouds off the top of Hoodoo Mountain Resort Saturday morning as the tires of wheel chairs crunched their way across the parking lot to soon be put away for the day. With the help of a well-organized team of volunteers, rubber wheels and crutches were traded in for a wide variety of snow riding equipment as a widely diverse group of disabled war veterans prepared to hit the ski slopes for Winter Carnival day. The event... Full story
The Outlaws lacrosse program will host its second annual Lacrosse Family Bingo Night on Tuesday, February 24, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. in the Sisters High School commons. A spaghetti dinner, both meat and vegetarian, will be catered by Sisters Harvest Basket and will kick off the evening. Cost for the meal is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Bingo will begin at 6 p.m. and prize baskets will be awarded to every winner. The awarding of the grand prize of one week at the Westin Club Regina in Cabo San Lucas will cap the evening.... Full story
• Kimry Jelen will be featured on Oregon Art Beat on Thursday, February 19, at 6:30 p.m. on Oregon Public Broadcasting. Jelen is represented by High Desert Gallery. • Newport Kidsport, kids clothing, is having a blowout sale at Wisteria Chic on Saturday and Sunday, February 14-15. The entire stock of rainwear, fleece, jackets and bathing suits is over 50 percent off. Call 306-9797 for more information. • Leavitt's Annual Anniversary Sale is set for February 11-16 with specials on boots, coats, vests,... Full story
The boys' basketball team suffered a disappointing 38-36 loss at home to Elmira on Tuesday, February 2, but three days later bounced back with a huge 73-44 victory at La Pine. Tyler Miller scored five consecutive points to get the Outlaws going at the start of the first quarter in Tuesday's game against the Falcons. Sisters continued to execute offensively and at the close of the quarter Ross Erickson scored on a dish from Drew Harrison to push the Outlaws to a 19-8 lead. In the second quarter Rodney Warner, who was recently... Full story
In the fifth of six races, three Sisters Outlaw alpine racers have succeeded in securing transfer spots to the Oregon State High School Championship. With the conclusion of the three Giant Slalom races, Lucas Rietman, Jenna Sneva and Haley Hancock all secured enough individual points to compete at the championship in March. The only other individual spot was taken by Mountain View's Logan Frankenburger. February 21 will conclude the league race schedule, with the final Slalom race held on Ed's Garden on the slopes of Mt.... Full story
