News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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If there are not major changes in expenditures, the City of Sisters could be perilously close to a significant budget crisis. A summary spreadsheet developed by councilor David Asson and budget committee member Andrew Gorayeb offers a "fresh look" at the city budget. If the analysis bears out, the budget as proposed for the 2011-2012 year is running at a deficit of over $500,000. The $28-million reserve built up during the housing boom through 2009 is down to under $4 million today. At the projected "burn rate," the... Full story
There's nothing like the silver flash of steel spokes in a rainbow of spandex to brighten up a chilly Memorial Day weekend. Spirits were sky high for the second annual Sisters Stampede Mountain Bike Race on Sunday, with another record entry from across the state for an event that is now firmly geared into Sisters' roster of signature events. Race founder Joel Palanuk hustled around the start/finish line moments before the race began, all smiles and few worries as the sea of... Full story
Sisters marked Memorial Day with respect and remembrance at Village Green Park on Monday, its ceremony conducted by the Sisters VFW and American Legion. Veterans, friends and honored guests filled the damp grass for the traditional observances and salute to those who bravely made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. They came waving souvenir flags, decorated service caps, wearing red, white and blue shirts, wrapped in Marine Corps blankets and Old Glory sweatshirts to pay... Full story
Sisters Rodeo is one of the most successful rodeos in the Columbia River Circuit - and on the West Coast. The rodeo produces an extremely popular four-day event, run as efficiently as a hospital and as crisply as a Las Vegas stage show. The rodeo's board of directors says, without qualification, that it is because of the willingness of 200 members who volunteer their time on Saturdays, beginning in March, to do repairs, build new features and maintain the grounds. Then they do their real job, volunteering at the rodeo. At the... Full story
To The Editor, On May 27, the U.S. Supreme Court, in a landmark case, ruled against the Veterans Administration (VA), citing "consistent incompetence" against veterans in delaying, postponing, and denying claims. In Sisters there is a small cadre of veterans helping veterans get through the VA process. They are led by Tom Salgado, who is not a veteran but has been honored by the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars for his longstanding efforts to help veterans. Over the years we have witnessed numerous transgressions... Full story
Staff and administrators from Gutenberg College are offering the Sisters community a glimpse of what the private, Christian "Great Books" college is all about. "A Taste of Gutenberg" will be held in Sisters at the former Weitech building at Larch Street and Barclay Drive on June 7, at 5:30 p.m. According to college president David Crabtree, "The goal of the event is to acquaint the residents of Sisters with Gutenberg and our approach to education. The event will begin with a barbecue, followed by several presentations about... Full story
Sisters Middle School hosted the final community dinner of the season on Monday evening, May, 23, marking a successful first year for the Sisters Community Schools Initiative. Through the grant-funded initiative, the school district is partnering with Sisters Park & Recreation District (SPRD), Deschutes County Commission on Children, and the Deschutes County Health Department as well as other local partners to provide tutoring and homework programs and enrichment activities... Full story
For years, the loop trail around the edge of Suttle Lake has suffered significant damage from erosion and heavy traffic. Because the lake is popular for fishing and boating and is surrounded by campgrounds, a resort, youth camps, and a host of other recreational opportunities, the trail is one of the most heavily used in the Sisters Ranger District. Because the trail hugs the shoreline so closely, there isn't much vegetation to hold the soils in place; and the constant... Full story
Sisters kids can explore their creativity and have a good time at the Sisters Rhythm and Rhyme Festival for Young Children on Saturday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Sisters Elementary School field. The event is sponsored by Central Oregon Parent Network, Together For Children and the Sisters Early Childhood Community Resource Team. Young families in Sisters indicated they are looking for more opportunities to meet and interact with other families with young children, according to a sampling survey conducted at the... Full story
•â¯A man was cited for criminal mischief after a road rage incident in Tollgate. The parties shook hands and made up. •â¯Someone found some .22 LR bullets in a parking lot. They were taken to the sheriff's office for destruction. •â¯An iPod Touch was reported stolen at SMS. •â¯Two students and their parents were warned about their bad language and harassing behavior on the school bus. Information in "Sisters sheriff's calls" is taken from log entries and reports of... Full story
Tanner Smith was notified May 24 that he had won a $4,000 arts scholarship from Sub Pop Records, a label out of Seattle representing artists such as Nirvana, Soundgarden, The Shins, and Iron and Wine. Three scholarships were offered to students who live in either Washington or Oregon who wish to pursue the arts. Tanner received second place. A month ago, Rick Johnson, the choral director at Sisters High School, brought the scholarship opportunity to the attention of students... Full story
Students of Master Marty Kaczmarek at Outlaw Martial Arts competed in the High Desert Tae Kwon Do Championships at the Acrovision Sports Center on Saturday, May 7, with the following results: Winning the Gold Medal for Poomsae in their respective belt divisions: Eli Johnson, Joel Fisher, Adam Maddox-Castle, Gavin Christian, Kate Friedli and Ms. Sherri Hermans. Poomsae is a series of defensive, counter and offensive techniques performed in a specific pattern. In class it's... Full story
Sun Buster Video is a drop location for donating used shoes to Shoeman Water Projects (www.shoeman.org). The video store located near Sisters Pumphouse was left off an earlier list of drop sites, which also include Les Schwab Taylor Tire Center; South Valley Bank; Papandrea's; and the Black Butte Ranch transfer site. Dr. Darcy Dill has returned from teaching golf fitness at PGA West and is taking golfers and other patients in need of chiropractic care. For more information call 541-588-6200. Three Creeks Brewing Co. is now... Full story
Doris Shirley Brouillette, of Sisters, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at her home on Friday, May 20, 2011. She was 88. Doris was born February 27, 1923 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Hester (Gibson) Ault. Doris worked as a volunteer in Balboa Naval Hospital in San Diego, California, during the 1950s and 1960s. Doris was an accomplished channel swimmer and diver, swimming the San Francisco Bay several times and cliff diving in Hawaii. Doris was also a bird... Full story
Outlaw Radio, KZSO 106.5 FMLP, is located just off the lobby in Sisters High School. An exploratory meeting is being planned to explore the possibility of moving the station to a more community-friendly location, revamping the programming focus, and making the station a true "public service" communication resource. The first meeting will take place on Wednesday, June 8, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., at a downtown meeting location to be determined. Current ideas include live broadcasting of the major Sisters events (Quilt Show, Sisters... Full story
•â¯Codie Lagao of Sisters, Oregon will represent the Haines Stampede as the 2011 Queen. As the queen, Codie recently took part in the Spring Fling Rider Showcase at Healing Reins Therapeutic Riding Center in Bend. The Haines Stampede Rodeo takes place July 2-4. The July 2 show is a benefit team roping with the proceeds going to the Shriners Hospital in Portland. For more information on Haines Stampede visit www.hainesstampede.com. For more information on the... Full story
The month starts out with a new moon on June 1. This means that we will not be able to see the moon, due to its face being dark. On June 9, the first quarter occurs, with the right half of the moon illuminated. The full moon will be on June 15, with the whole face of the moon lit up. By June 23 only the left side of the waning moon will be visible in the early morning. The summer solstice occurs on June 21. At that time the North Pole will be tilted towards the sun, allowing... Full story
The girls lacrosse team has closed the books on a building year for the young and inexperienced Outlaws squad, who only returned five varsity players to their team. The other 11 players that joined the team had never even picked up a stick. Coach Michele Hammer said, "When you look at our win/loss record (1-10) it doesn't look like we had a good season, but every game we played our defense got stronger, our stick skills got better, and our communication was enhanced." Hammer... Full story
While many of his Sisters High School Class of 2010 classmates are returning home from college for the summer, Grayson "Gray" Gould is anchored in Los Angeles focused on making a name for himself as a Hollywood actor. Already he has contributed to a number of productions including the Fox TV hit "Glee" and the just-released movie sequel "Hangover 2." "To really go after what I want, this is where I need to be," says Gray. The busiest season for actors is summer into fall. "I h... Full story
The lingering heavy snowpack in the high country has set me to looking about for early season hiking alternatives. One such hike recently came to my attention; and, although I am tempted to classify it as an urban hike, it still offers a welcome alternative to a steady diet of hiking in the desert country. At the western edge of Bend, Shevlin Park sports a completely snow-free venue for hiking, along with a beautiful stream and towering conifer trees. Guide books list the loop... Full story
You'd never know by the weather, but we're in the month that summer begins. The good news is that the cool damp weather is keeping the trails all around the Sisters Country dust-free and in perfect condition for running. We should not take for granted how lucky we are to have the Sisters Trails Alliance keeping our running and cycling trails growing, maintained, and well-marked. The calendar for June, July and August is filled with trail runs, triathlons, and other endurance events in and around Sisters. Here is a sampling:... Full story
The Outlaws notched a 7-5 win in 10 innings at home against Gladstone on Thursday, May 26, but lost the following day to Astoria in the quarterfinals. Thursday's game was long and grueling, but the Outlaws persevered and walked away with a very satisfying victory. Gladstone started the scoring with a big two-RBI double to deep center in the top of the second. At the top of the fourth inning the Gladiators had pushed to a 4-0 lead over the Outlaws. Sisters answered back in the... Full story
This concludes Jim Anderson's account of his trip to the Galapagos Islands. We traveled across the equator four times in our explorations of the Galapagos Islands. Each island we visited opened another door to the unique geology and life of the Galapagos. We arrived at the north end of Isabela Island and walked among the marine iguanas. It was astounding. In some places it was almost impossible to see the black lava beneath them, they were so numerous. Obtaining a close-up... Full story
Amber Milliman, Sisters High School's record-setting first baseman, was named the Sky-Em League's 2011 softball Player of the Year. It marks the second-straight year the Lady Outlaws have had a player honored the league's best for softball (Dara Kosanke won the honor in 2010). Sky-Em League statistics were not provided to The Nugget, but Milliman batted .615 on the season. She hit 16 doubles, five home runs and drove in 32 runs in leading SHS to a 10-9 record. The doubles and... Full story
Western singer/songwriter Joni Harms will perform at a pre-rodeo party at Cowgirls & Indians consignment store in Town Square on Friday, June 10, from 4 to 6 p.m. "I'm friends with Joni," proprietor Kate Aspen said. "She's one of my consignors and she called and said, "You want me to come over and play?' and I said "Yeah!'" "Rodeo, cowboys and the ranch way of living shows through a lot in my music," says Harms, who lives on a family ranch in the Willamette Valley,... Full story
