News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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The Sisters School Board last week took another look at its policy on students transferring into or out of the district — and decided to maintain the status quo. But several members were careful to explain that the current policy does not represent an “open door.” The main qualification is that students from other districts are welcome as long as there is room in the affected Sisters classrooms. If a given class is too large already, Sisters reserves the right to say “No.” School Superintendent Ted Thonstad asked for the r... Full story
Sisters High School returns some experienced players to the girls golf team this season. The squad will be made up entirely of seniors: Kayla Miller, Krystal Fitter, MacKinzie McClain, Brittany Reed, Kelsey Gillespie and Stephanie Pledger. Eleven-year veteran coach Mary Flande said, “One of our biggest strengths for the year will be our returning experience to the team. I believe another strength of this group is the ability to play relaxed and to have fun. These kids have known each other for a long time and really enjoy p... Full story
It’s not easy being a tree in Central Oregon. Ponderosa pine, lodgepole pine, grand fir, juniper, aspen, white fir, and larch face enemies that include humans (forest fires), weather, lightning and insects (disease). Veteran forester Jack Barringer presented an overview of Central Oregon’s native trees and some of their problems to the Friends of Black Butte Ranch at a Thursday, March 10 session. Focusing on insects, Barringer described the life cycles and potential dam... Full story
Only two varsity players return to the Outlaw golf team this season. Senior Scott Little is back for his final year on the team and Scott Barton returns as a junior. Little played in the off-season with the Central Oregon Golf Association (COGA) and, according to Coach Jeff Barton, he had a lot ofsuccess. “He’s improved his game and will be a good leader for us this year,” Barton said. Scott Barton also filled his time in the off-season playing a considerable amount of golf. Barton played on two All Star Teams that trave... Full story
The Sisters High School Concert Band and Choir combined to present the Pre-Spring Concert to an appreciative audience of several hundred last week in the high school performance hall. Choir leader Tara MacSween led off the evening with six numbers by the Concert Choir; the final piece, “Ev’ry Time I Feel the Spirit,” featured soloist Jacob Seal. MacSween thanked the Sisters School Foundation for buying the robes, the risers, and the shells used by the choir. Four soloi... Full story
The Sisters High School girls softball team returns nine players to the varsity team and will add three talented freshmen to the roster. Only two seniors return to the squad: All-league first baseman Cortney Peters and Crystal Jewell, who will play in the field. Cindy Harp will spend most of her time behind the plate as catcher but will also see some time at third base. Courtney Medcalf will play both in the infield and the outfield and Michaela Bennett will be on the mound as pitcher. All three of these players return as... Full story
Senator Ben Westlund will be joined by State Representatives Gene Whisnant and Chuck Burley to meet with constituents in Sisters at a town hall meeting scheduled for Saturday, March 19 at 5 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Best Western Ponderosa Lodge meeting room at 500 Hwy. 20 West. The event is open to the public and people are encouraged to attend this opportunity to address their legislators. The agenda includes an update on how the legislative session is progressing, but is also intended to gather public input.... Full story
Many Sisters area residents want to increase their income and assets by growing their idea, hobby or existing business into a viable enterprise. A Central Oregon microenterprise program sponsored by local Community Action Teams offers 36 hours of business training with classes, one-on-one business advising, ongoing mentoring and business peer groupsupport. The program begins with a free orientation in Sisters, March 29, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Sisters Middle School, Room 142. At the free orientation, participants will learn... Full story
With 17 different events to cover for track meets, the first weeks of the season are devoted to determining who will fit where. With 65 boys and girls out at Sisters High School, track coach Ross Kennedy and his assistants have been doing a lot of evaluating and sorting to find the sprinters, jumpers, throwers, hurdlers and distance runners to balance out the teams. Kennedy, who is in his second year as head coach, already has the sound of excitement in his voice as he talks about the teams’ prospects. “The girls have an ama... Full story
Parents Bob and Kassie Tippet of Bend are happy to announce the arrival of their son Jett Alexander, who was born on February 25, weighing 8 lbs. 12 oz. and 21" long. On mom's side are proud grandparents Art and Kathleen Davis and great-grandparents Dick and Eleanor Davis, all of Sisters. Dad's family includes grandparents Richard and Ethel Franssen of Willamina, and grandpa Ken Laubsch and great-grandma Louise Laubsch of Mulino.... Full story
