News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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Americans like road trips. Hollywood, understanding this propensity in the 1960s and 70s, drove audiences across the country in some classic films. These trips aren’t to somewhere. They’re from everything. Easy Rider (1969) is a double trip (two guys, two meanings for “trip”), financed by cocaine and fueled by marijuana. The quiet, contemplative, some say Christ-like Captain America (Peter Fonda) wears the Stars and Stripes on his jacket, his helmet, and motorcycle. Billy (Dennis Hopper) tags along as an affable apostle. Alon... Full story
The business climate in Sisters can be tough. Customers dwindle in the winter, forest fires can keep traffic away and the long hours are demanding. The good news is there are many resources to help businesses succeed. Central Oregon Community College offers many courses to help new and existing businesses. Several long-term businesses in Sisters credit the classes for their success. “Underestimating the difficulty of starting a business is one of the biggest obstacles entrepreneurs face,” said Beth Wickham, Director of COC... Full story
