News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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The 78th annual Sisters Rodeo saw more than just bulls, beer, and balaclavas this year. Under chilly skies - and surprising record-breaking crowds - the rodeo weekend saw fur fly and historical moments made. Spectators and competitors alike traveled from around the country and worldwide to participate in and watch the historical event unfold in Sisters. From regions as far as Louisiana, Texas, and Canada, cowboys and cowgirls competed for bragging rights and a lot of cash.... Full story
One of my goals in my practice is to heighten insight and self-awareness among my clients. Many of my female clients come to me with complaints of feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and underappreciated. These symptoms are often married to perfectionistic tendencies and attempts to control the external to compensate for internal chaos. Now for some controversy. When it comes to control and gender, it seems that a double standard exists. Men are often chastised for seeking control in a relationship as it seems akin to emotional... Full story
The McKenzie Highway - Highway 242 - is scheduled to open on Monday, June 18. The historic route across the Cascades is closed each winter due to snow. The winding, climbing road west of Sisters attracts numerous cyclists seeking to ride it before it's open to motor vehicle traffic. However, Oregon Department of Transportation spokesman Peter Murphy clarified last week that the route is not actually opened to cyclists before it's open to cars. That's a point of significant... Full story
Central Oregon Land Watch is seeking some answers regarding the death of a thousand or more ponderosa pine trees along Highway 20 west of Sisters. Paul Dewey, the executive director of the land-use advocacy group told The Nugget that "we've done FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) and public records requests to try to track down who is responsible and who was making decisions." The problem began developing from 2013 to 2015 when an herbicide named Perspective was used along the highway corridor, within the Oregon Department of... Full story
The gathering of 101 seniors at Sisters High School's 70th commencement ceremony Thursday, June 7, included music, memories - and one last academic, and inspirational, lesson. Just after 6 p.m. in a gymnasium packed with friends and family of seniors, the school band, under the direction of Tyler Cranor, struck up the processional "Fanfare and Flourishes" prompting the high school staff, led by Rand Runco and Samra Spear, to file in ahead of the students. The traditional "Pomp... Full story
To the Editor: I noticed that many of the prescribed burns on National Forest Land have a lot of fresh stumps and large piles of left-behind branches, presumably from the logged trees. Though I understand that fire is a natural part of the cycle, I feel confused over the idea that intentionally setting fires outside of the natural fire season, potentially setting/controlling those fires with chemicals, cutting down trees, hauling the cut trees away, piling remaining branches up, and creating new roads to manage these prescrib... Full story
Jeff Mackey's letter last week supported Greg Walden for trying to repeal Obamacare and replace it with Walden's bare-bones plan that would have resulted in 1/3 of Central Oregonians losing their health insurance. This plan was unanimously rejected by all heath-care organizations. Even Republicans realized that it was garbage and voted it down. You cannot convince me that Walden is looking after Central Oregonians' best interests. I participated in protests to get Walden to hold a Town Hall in Bend on his health plan. He neve... Full story
In addition to bringing stellar blues talent to Sisters in August, the Sisters Rhythm and Brews Festival is supporting a pair of Sisters community partners. A percentage of the festival's proceeds will be donated to the Heart of Oregon YouthBuild program. For a limited time if you use the promo code: YouthBuild, you save $20 per ticket, and an additional $20 is donated straight to Heart of Oregon. The festival is also supporting Sisters Habitat for Humanity. For a limited time a discount of $20 is offered to Habitat... Full story
One morning last week, every computer in the Sisters Library was in use. Patrons busily but quietly went about their tasks - job-hunting, researching history, or simply checking their email or Facebook. They may not have really noticed the beautiful watercolor paintings hanging right above each workstation, but the rich colors and soft textures lent an atmosphere of calm productivity to their tasks. The Friends of Sisters Library Art Committee covers the library walls with... Full story
Will Saunders knows how to work hard, push limits and say "Yes" - even if it scares him. A 2012 Sisters High School graduate, Saunders appreciated attending a school with classes like the Interdisciplinary Environmental Expedition course (IEE). It helped shape who he is today and the career choices he's making. IEE offers a non-traditional approach to learning English, environmental science and outdoor recreation. This integrated approach provided Saunders the opportunity to... Full story
Sisters Kiwanis awards grants to Sisters-area adults who are seeking a career change or wish to enhance career opportunities. This program, known as the Kiwanis Career Opportunity Fund (COF) assists adults (25 or older) who are financially unable to return to school or retrain for a career change. Since its inception, the fund has awarded more than $60,000 in assistance to help Sisters-area residents reach their educational dreams. Loryn Cummins, a Sisters resident, was... Full story
Although we're seeing trails opening up in the high country, it's still worth taking note of alternative areas that are (nearly) all-season hiking destinations. After all, not every day lends itself to a high mountain expedition. The Badlands Wilderness east of Bend is always a great place to get out and do some free-range roaming. The Oregon Badlands Wilderness is a fairly recent addition to our nation's wilderness areas and was officially established in 2009 by President Bar... Full story
On Wednesday June 6, 25 Korean and World War II Veterans from Central Oregon met at the Portland Airport Shilo Inn to kick off the Central Oregon Honor Flight back to Washington, D.C. Accompanying the veterans were 25 guardians and staff to ensure that each veteran remained safe, healthy, worry-free, and enjoyed this life-changing experience. Flying out of Portland early on June 7, the honored veterans would experience two days visiting the World War II Memorial, the U.S.... Full story
Jessie Brigham, a stand-out volleyball player for the Sisters High School volleyball team the past four years - the dominant presence and anchor in the back row - has officially signed a letter of intent with Boise State. She will switch from Outlaw to Bronco this summer. This past season, Jessie accumulated some impressive stats: 136 digs, 33 assists, nine kills, and one block, and served up 26 aces (91 percent). Over her four-year stint as an Outlaw, she's proved she's an... Full story
Last Saturday and Sunday Creekside Park was filled with white tents and talented artists displaying their handcrafted goods at Art in the Park. The showcase of arts and crafts spread across the park grass, drawing in scores of folks to enjoy more than 85 vendor booths. The annual event, in its 16th year, was the perfect added attraction for visitors to enjoy during rodeo weekend in Sisters. Folks strolled through an eclectic variety of craftmanship from metal art and vintage... Full story
Writing a memoir is not for the meek! Opening portals into the past, especially places that hurt, may seem counterproductive. I've been asked, "Why do you want to bring that back up again?" and "Why do you want to focus on the bad things? There's so many precious memories to cherish." Those are all good questions to answer. But it's important to remember we're all unique and so are our circumstances. For me, it's all about thinking it through and deciding if looking back can... Full story
Katy Yoder has always been a writer. Now The Nugget freelancer is committed to making writing her life and career. "That's always been my outlet and my love," she recalled. "And it started with my mom introducing me to all these great books." Yoder recalls that her mother, Mimi Graves of Sisters, would hold out books as milestones on the road to growing up. At a certain point, she would tell Katy that she was ready for a certain story. "She made books so exciting," Katy said.... Full story
• At age 75 I feel like I've finally come into my own: My go-to place is wherever I'm at. My kitchen window perfectly frames my lawn ... just enough lawn for me and my 32-year-old mower. I am one of the laziest people I know. Luckily I have enough OCD in me to get everything done that needs doing, including trying to be better about letting my old Bronco warm up. I know I, myself, need more of said warming up. • Travel guru Rick Steves came to Bend the summer of 2014 to support legalizing recreational... Full story
Cardiovascular training is the process of continuously moving the body, elevating the heart rate, oxygen/carbon dioxide (CO2) exchange via increased breathing, and mobilizing stored muscle glycogen for fuel. It is the system in our bodies which allows for a consistent effort without fatiguing. Cardiovascular fitness is integral to health and to the full enjoyment of recreational activities. How does a person train this system? While the heart and lungs don't distinguish between different activities in how they work, the... Full story
Longtime Crook County resident Roger H. Baldridge went to be with his Lord and savior Tuesday, June 5 at the age of 80. With his passing he is reunited with Beve, his wife of 52 years, and leaves behind a legacy of three daughters and their husbands; Shanna and Bryan Sproat of Powell Butte; Robbin and Vincent Foran of Dix, Il; and Brandy and Thomas Vernon of Eugene; five grandchildren, Shanntyl, Sheldon, Tony, Jessica and Lonny; 12 great-grandchildren; his sister Reita Evans;... Full story
Sisters may get a visit from the Rainbow Family this week, according to a bulletin released by the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office on Tuesday afternoon. Sheriff's office spokesman Sgt. William Baily reported that, "Deschutes County Sheriff's Office has received information that the Rainbow Family group may be traveling through Deschutes County on their way to a regional gathering event off Highway 22, near the Santiam Pass. As this is a regional event, it is estimated up to 600 Rainbow Family members will be in or... Full story
