News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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Incumbent Sisters School Board chairman Don Hedrick returns to Position 1 on the Sisters School Board with a resounding mandate. At the most recent reporting from the Deschutes County Clerk's Office, Hedrick had 1,259 votes or 79 percent to win the seat contested by Erik Pronold and Dave Marlow. Sisters businessman Melvin Herburger took Position 3 with 57 percent of the vote in the only other contested race. Edie Jones secured 42.5 percent of the vote. The other two races are uncontested. Kay Grady will return to the board,... Full story
Ten years ago, a leader of a major West Coast rodeo offered to teach Sisters Rodeo how to run the rodeo more efficiently. "Oh," said Sisters Rodeo President Glenn Miller, "is yours an all-volunteer rodeo, too?" Thrown off balance, the other man shuffled back in surprise and shock. His retort: "Maybe we should get you to come advise us." There are few rodeos in the caliber of Sisters that are managed by volunteers, mostly members of Sisters Rodeo Association. The 175-member... Full story
Memorial Day is a day for remembering those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in America's wars. A large contingent of the Sisters community gathered for that remembrance at Sisters Community Church on Monday. The location was changed at the last minute due to inclement weather, but volunteers created a dignified atmosphere in the church sanctuary. Gene Hellickson, American Legion Post 86 commander, welcomed the audience as master of ceremonies, reminding them of the difference... Full story
To the Editor: In your article in the May 22 edition of The Nugget, "Public weighs in on paved trail proposal," I feel was more of an "editorial" than an article. You did not seek out comments from the people that are in favor of the paved trail from Sisters to Black Butte Ranch, including those many homeowners in Tollgate. The Tollgate Homeowners Association Board of Directors unanimously agreed to send a letter of support to the Forest Service and they did that. Apparently, Mr. Madsen and Mr. Werts did not attend that... Full story
Putting together a school calendar is always one of the most challenging tasks facing school administrators. "This was by far the most input we have had in calendar setting process in years," said Superintendent Jim Golden as he introduced the proposed 2013-2014 school calendar to the school board for approval. A committee involving more than 30 teachers and staff met for several retreats at Golden's home to work out a calendar. Instead of getting the anticipated quick vote of approval, what followed was more than two hours... Full story
Sisters Rodeo kicks off its 73rd award-winning rodeo with a night of nothin' but bull rides on Wednesday, June 5. Many national finalists, world champions and Hall of Fame bulls and cowboys guarantee an evening of boisterous fun and extremely satisfying action. A dance on the rodeo grounds after the event will cap the evening with great Western music. At noon that same day, fans are welcome to the Bulldog Jackpot, free of charge, a Central Oregon tradition that has outgrown... Full story
Sisters equestrian team wound up the OHSET season with a strong showing at the state meet, held May 16-19 at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center. Olivia Chandler brought home the gold medal in Hunt Seat Over Fences, with her sister Ellie taking fifth place. Autumn Saunders earned the bronze in Dressage with Olivia Chandler taking 10th place. Freshman Cammi Benson captured bronze medals in Hunt Seat Equitation, Western Horsemanship and Reining, and seventh place in Working Rancher. She also came home with third place in... Full story
Joey Morgan earned top honors as the Sky-Em Player of the Year, and was also selected first-team all-league catcher. In addition to being an outstanding catcher, Morgan was stellar on the mound and a threat at the plate. Joey finished league with a .25 ERA and broke the Sky-Em league record for batting average at .702. "Joey is a premier catcher," said Coach Steve Hodges. "Nobody runs on him because of the strength of his arm. He's also a great pitcher and a great offensive... Full story
When the conversation centers on who are the top softball players at Sisters High School over the years, several names pop up quickly: Dara Kosanke, Jenny Kaiser, Jenna Sneva, Amber Milliman, Courtney Peters, and Samantha Stoneback. Then there are former Outlaw standouts Becky Bremer, Misty Macauley, Taylor Walker, Marissa Calavan, Cassie Hernandez, McKenzie Cooper, Harley Rowe, and Taylor Nieri. It's time to add another name to that list: Senior Cassidy Edwards, who... Full story
The Outlaws crushed Astoria 17-4 at home on Wednesday, May 22 in the first round of the state playoffs, and two days later defeated Greater Oregon League champs Ontario 2-0 in the quarterfinals. Sisters was to move on to the semi-finals and face No. 1 Henley on Tuesday, May 28. Ontario, who played in the state championship game last year, proved to be a very tough and worthy foe. Sisters had their work cut out for them and it was a chess match the entire game. Sisters scored... Full story
If the hot dog isn't the official food of summer, it ought to be. At least if it's a first-class gourmet hot dog provided by Odd Dawgz in Sisters. The new hot dog stand opened in the space next to Sisters Market this month. Tad Halladay and his wife Shirley offer a menu of gourmet dogs, served up on Shirley's home-baked hot dog buns. These are not merely something to hold a dog smothered in mustard or sauerkraut: They are a flavorful part of the meal. The dogs themselves are... Full story
Jason Gulley came to Central Oregon looking for "recreation and sunshine" - and a position as a physical therapist at GreenRidge Physical Therapy & Wellness. The Bennington, Vermont, native is a lifelong multi-sport athlete. He played football, baseball, basketball and ran track in high school and earned sponsorship as a distance runner - "anything from 5k to a marathon." It was sports that led him into his field. "I got injured in football in my junior year," he recalled. "I... Full story
One school record fell along with numerous personal bests for the eight members of the Sisters High School track and field team who represented the Outlaws at the OSAA State Championships held May 24-25 at Hayward Field in Eugene. Zoe Falk broke her own school record for 800 meters on her way to a second-place finish behind reigning champion Emily Bever of Molalla. Falk's 2:15.95 time, by far her best of the year, knocked .40 seconds from the mark she set last year. "Going... Full story
Lori Salisbury discovered at the age of eight that she would be an artist. "At that age, I knew what I was going to do with my life," she said. "It was really a blessing to know that young." Her journey started in Idaho, where her grandmother would paint with her in a cabin in the woods. (And her grandmother is still painting at age 97.) Salisbury would go on to live and work in New Mexico, Colorado, Montana, and now Sisters, where she recently opened Lori Salisbury Gallery on... Full story
A light mid-elevation snow pack this past winter is resulting in a potentially early hiking season this year. Up until last week's brief cold snap, there had been virtually no mountain snowfall since early April, and hiking trails are becoming snow-free considerably earlier than usual this year. Still, there are a number of constraints that hikers should consider before heading out onto the trail system. Extensive snow may still be found at some elevations above 5,500 feet... Full story
•â¯Brothers From Sisters turned in a stellar Pole Peddle Paddle performance, winning the open division in a photo-finish, with a time of 1:52:50. The team consisted of Greg Zadow (skate ski), Keith Banning (downhill), Rich Hummel on the bike, Jarid Kling manning the kayak and Travis Neuman taking the running duties. According to Zadow, it was Neuman's ferocious kick at the end of the race that made the difference for Brothers From Sisters. Hats off to a fine... Full story
Ominous clouds and the threat of rain couldn't dampen the spirits of nearly 500 riders who challenged the mountain bike trails of the Peterson Ridge trail system on Sunday for the fourth annual Sisters Stampede Mountain Bike Race. On-and-off rain during the week and a steady rain overnight left the course firm and in nearly perfect condition for a day of fast riding in what has become the premier mountain bike event in Central Oregon. "It was awesome out there!" said Ryan Wilkerson, 29, from Eugene, and riding in his first... Full story
