News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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Eighty-two-year-old Glenda Warren has been a resident of Sisters for 20 years. For much of that time, she has walked to her regular destinations, like BiMart, her hairdresser, and the Habitat Thrift Store. Warren’s daily routines began to shift back in 2021. She started watching more television and walking less. During COVID, she cut back on walking due to reduced energy, which she attributed to her age. Cleaning the house became a difficult chore, partially due to her a... Full story
The number of stand-up paddleboard (SUP) enthusiasts is growing nationwide at a rate faster than tennis or golf - and Sisters Country is no exception. Three million paddleboarders dot the U.S. landscape and the market for the boards and accessories is $1.5 billion out of a worldwide total of $4.3 billion. Take a drive to Three Creek Lake, Black Butte Ranch or Suttle Lake and the allure is at once obvious. Take a close look and you will see that it's intergenerational, not... Full story
The number of homes sold in Sisters Country this past June was only 24 as compared to 30 in the prior year, but prices remain high and inventory tight. Eight homes in each June period exceeded $1 million in closing price. The average price in June of 2022 reached $944,985 but the median was exactly $700,000. The median price is what professionals follow. The average sale price is calculated by adding all the sale prices for homes sold in a specific area within a specified... Full story
Moviegoers in Sisters got a delectable treat Friday when two of the most anticipated films of 2023 opened opposite each other at Sisters Movie House in what Hollywood insiders are dubbing the theatrical showdown of the year: Barbenheimer — “Barbie” — and “Oppenheimer,” which overlap in time slots. “Barbie” gets one more daily showing, so it’s possible for movie fanatics to see both anticipated blockbusters on the same day in a five-hour window. “Oppenheimer” is... Full story
The full performance schedule for the 2023 Sisters Folk Festival (SFF) is now available. This year’s lineup includes 32 total acts set to perform at seven venues in Sisters, on Friday, Sept. 29 - Sunday, October 1. Patrons can purchase tickets and view the schedule at https://www.sistersfolkfest.org . Each of the SFF artists will perform multiple times during the festival weekend, with several acts performing all three days. Music will run from 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 29; 12 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Saturday, S... Full story
Longtime Sisters resident Nancy Ann Jones fell asleep in death on Monday, July 17, at the age of 88. Born August 24, 1934, in Toledo, Ohio, she was raised in a large, blended family that included two sisters and a brother. Nancy moved here to her beloved town of Sisters in 1999. In January, Nancy moved to Bend, staying at the Regency West Care Home. She loved and appreciated all the staff and people who took care of her there. In 1969, Nancy, with her son David, packed up her... Full story
Most folks understand that leaving your dog in a hot car in the heart of summer is dangerous. Dogs can be in distress within minutes, and they can die as temperatures soar in what becomes a bake oven. People may be less aware of the dangers of hot pavement on their furry friends' paws. If you wouldn't want to walk on the blacktop in bare feet, it's too hot for your dog. To raise awareness, Furry Friends' "Paw Patrol" will be distributing hot pavement warning signs throughout... Full story
David Mensing has made a living as an artist for more than 20 years. His professional trajectory included working as an architect in Redmond, a camp director, and a certified white water rafting guide. Back in the day, he was also an accomplished pole vaulter. Like most people, at first he didn't understand how his previous jobs and experience were preparing him to pursue his passion for painting. Like pole vaulting, making a living as an artist has many high bars to get... Full story
Angeline’s Bakery will begin offering a few pop-up music events in their magical backyard setting this month. As summer begins to hit its groove so will the Bakery’s local music scene. The bar will be stocked, and the grass will be ready for dancing. The first event is quirky band from New Orleans: Bon Bon Vivant. Bon Bon Vivant (BBV) is a genre-bending band that pulls from singer-songwriter/ pop/Americana/dark ballads and up-tempo indie dance music — but they would prefer you to just listen to the music. BBV’s origina... Full story
Portland author and hiking enthusiast Matt Reeder will present his book "Extraordinary Oregon!: 125 Fantastic Hikes Across the State of Oregon," on Wednesday, August 2 at 6:30 p.m. at Paulina Springs Books in Sisters. "Extraordinary Oregon!: 125 Fantastic Hikes Across the State of Oregon" is a book for every Oregonian and anyone who has ever planned a trip to Oregon only to be overwhelmed with the bounty of hiking options found in one of America's most beautiful states. The... Full story
Our little Scottie girl, Piper, is sweetness on four feet. Not all Scotties are anywhere near as sweet as her. She loves all people and kids and lets them know that she loves them. She lovingly greets everyone. The people she loves the most hear a little squeaky extra greeting and sometimes she’ll run around expressing her joy. Where does all that bubbling love come from? The first part of the answer really is that she was born with love in her heart like all living things. Th... Full story
Few books can transport me to another place these days. With the hecticness of life in general, with busy work schedules, deadlines, and a new house to maintain, reading and getting transported to another place became low on the list. However, listening to a book while driving on a road trip or cleaning the house has become part of my every day this summer. With the technology of Audible and the willingness of a sister-in-law to share her entire library of C.J. Box books with... Full story
This month, Sisters Arts Association's (SAA) 4th Friday Artwalk leans toward contemporary artists who are pushing the envelope in their respective disciplines, as well as traditional artists who are experimenting with new techniques and methods. Visitors are encouraged to stop in the galleries at any time during the day, but galleries will welcome them with light refreshments starting at about 4 p.m. Sign up for Quick Draw, one ticket per gallery, for a chance to win one of... Full story
The Blue Pool, properly known as Tamolitch Falls, has been the scene of three rescues this month. On July 2, an injured person was airlifted to safety. Last week three people were rescued from the highly popular summer trail just two days after the July 15 rescue of two. As the days grow warmer, the already burdened trail 50 miles to the west of Sisters brings out hundreds of hikers and, in some cases, thrill seekers. The parking lot cannot handle the traffic that often... Full story
The second of Sisters Folk Festival's (SFF)Summer Concerts at Sisters Art Works series on Saturday, July 29 features a performance by Ron Artis II & The Truth, delivering a tidal wave of powerful music ranging from blues to R&B. Tickets are on sale for $27.50 for adults and $15 for youth 17 and under (fees included) at https://aftontickets.com/ronartis. To say that Ron Artis II plays music from his heart and soul would be an understatement. With his family upbringing and... Full story
The Sisters Ranger District has started planning the Sisters Trail Additions and Realignments (STAR) Project to address non-motorized trails on the portions of the District. The public can submit comments on the project proposal. The STAR Project proposes activities on 21 existing and proposed equestrian, hiking, and biking trails. The STAR Project provides additions and realignments to the official Sisters Ranger District trails system to better meet the needs for unique recreational experiences, trail connectivity, and... Full story
Sisters' agricultural education outreach program and the weekly Farmers Market just got a welcome infusion of nutrients to nurture its seeds. The Ford Family Foundation (TFFF) awarded a grant for $25,000 to Seed to Table's (S2T) educational programming, which serves close to 1,500 student visits per year through farm-based education both on the S2T farm and in the classroom. The K-6 Field Trip Series, Sisters High School Agriculture Program, Farm Education Teacher Training,... Full story
Dave Alvin is a hero of mine. He was an early standard-bearer for the hybrid of country, folk, blues, and roots rock & roll that folks call “Americana” music. He played here at the Sisters Folk Festival a decade ago. Marilyn and I traveled to Portland earlier this month to catch him with another stalwart, Jimmie Dale Gilmore, at the Aladdin Theater. It was a show we couldn’t miss because there’s no knowing how many more chances we’ll get. You see, Dave Alvin should be dead.... Full story
Grateful for those who have gone before To the Editor: Jim Cornelius’ editorial about Dave Moyer (The Nugget, July 19, page 2) hit a nerve and made me want to speak up. Not just about Dave and my time spent serving on the Sisters School District Facilities Committee with him, but about many of the recent obituaries that I felt a connection to. John Leavitt, Carla Merrell, Chuck Harper, Steve Little, Gene Carlson, Janie Buell. Amazing members of the Sisters community who I feel like I knew personally even if we’d barely met... Full story
The Wemme Trophy is awarded each year to auto racers who "keep the memory of classic automobile racing alive in Portland." Sisters racer Curt Kallberg's name has been added to the trophy for his significant contributions. According to selection committee member Jeff Zurschmeide, Kallberg earned the award because he's a "respected racer, he's well-known and liked, and he always shows up well-prepared." Erik Dolson of Sisters, who has been racing since 1996, credits Kallberg... Full story
A 21-year-old Bend man died in a fall near the summit of North Sister on Monday, July 17. Lane County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue (SAR) received the report of an injured climber at approximately 12:18 p.m. The caller reported that her boyfriend, later identified as Joel Tranby of Bend, had fallen approximately 300 to 500 feet down the slope and was severely injured. The caller was unable to see where the victim had fallen or reach him due to the extremely steep and rocky terrain. A Lane County Sheriff’s Office SAR Coo... Full story
The seventh annual Hoodoo Challenge: Run to the Top may have provided runners with the biggest challenge in the event's history on Saturday, July 22. The event, sponsored by the Sisters Kiwanis, included a half-marathon (13.1 miles) and a five-kilometer run (3.1 miles). Hot, dusty conditions and debris from recent logging added to the normal challenge of finishing at the top of the 5,700-foot summit, according to race organizer Suzy Ramsey. Despite the difficulties, the top... Full story
