News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon

Articles from the June 10, 2020 edition


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  • Sisters enters Phase 2 of reopening plan

    Updated Jun 10, 2020

    Deschutes County has been approved to enter Phase 2 of the State’s reopening plan for Oregon on Saturday, June 6. County officials announced the approval on Friday afternoon. By entering Phase 2, Deschutes County will be able to continue with the reopening process, following updated health and safety guidance: • Gathering limits will be raised to 50 people indoors, and 100 people outdoors. • Indoor and outdoor venues, including churches, faith-based organizations, and theaters, with six feet of physical d... Full story

  • Schools looking toward future

    Charlie Kanzig|Updated Jun 10, 2020

    Sisters schools are wrapping up a very challenging school year and the school board is digging into what the budget will look like for next year, given the economic disruption of COVID-19. Steve Swisher, the chair of the school district budget committee spoke during the public comment portion of last week’s Zoom school board meeting to highlight some of the “what-ifs” regarding funding from the state next year. The committee approved a budget, but Swisher made clear that adjustments by the school board may become neces... Full story