News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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Last week's COACT (Central Oregon Area Commission on Transportation) meeting found the City of Sisters at odds with freight industry representatives over the potential of a roundabout at Barclay Drive and Highway 20. "They (the freight industry) are saying that a signal, not a roundabout, was the condition of the freight industry buying in to the design exception granted for Cascade Avenue renovation project," City Manager Eileen Stein told the city council last week. "The freight industry is saying that... by moving toward... Full story
It was a hot time in the big tent Friday night to ignite the 16th annual Sisters Folk Festival, with temperatures and expectations soaring for the yearly tribute to American roots music. First night at the Village Green was a relaxed affair as festivalgoers eased into the weekend's diverse lineup of sonic wonders in seven downtown venues, representing all aspects of the world of folk music. Encore performer Martyn Joseph from Wales started things out. "I stumbled into Sisters... Full story
After nearly a year, the dream of starting the Sisters Community Dental Clinic is gathering more steam. Because the clinic serves the families of Sisters, Sisters Kiwanis' board recently decided to bring it under their 501(c)(3) nonprofit umbrella, allowing the clinic to accept tax-deductible donations, and capitalize its operations. That's really good news for folks in need in the community. To date, the clinic, which is the only one of its kind in Central Oregon, has... Full story
Once again, fire looms on the Sisters Country horizon. Across the nation, millions of people are struggling to cope with the effects of fire, wind and flood. At the same time, we recall the catastrophic acts of terrorism that came out of a clear blue sky on September 11, 2001, to kill and injure thousands. We've had plenty of reminders lately that life is uncertain. Yet, accustomed as we are to the comfort and convenience of modern life, many of us are not prepared to cope when those comforts and conveniences are snatched awa... Full story
The Sisters High Desert Chorale has announced the beginning of its fall term and is inviting new singers to join. All interested, curious - and even reluctant - singers are encouraged to attend practice, learn about the group, meet other members, and stay to sing. There are no auditions and no required solos! Even a lack of experience should not be a deterrent. Everyone is welcome, and there are openings in all voice ranges: soprano, alto, tenor, and bass. New male voices are... Full story
Sisters Starry Nights will host acclaimed University of Oregon men's a cappella vocal group "On the Rocks" (OTR) at the Sisters High School Auditorium for a special performance on Saturday, October 22. On the Rocks gained national fame and legions of loyal fans during their appearances on NBC's hit show "The Sing Off" last year. The event is a benefit for the Sisters Schools Foundation, raising critical funds for classroom and co-curricular programs at Sisters Elementary,... Full story
About three years ago, while in the process of raising two young children, and trying to satisfy her overflowing desire to create fabric art, Valori Wells got into birds. Not into "birding" (as in bird-watching), but just "into birds." She spent every spare hour she could creating birds in her beautiful energetic mind. By the time her ideas were applied to fabric, she had a 1-year-old and the other two kids had reached 3 and 5 years. Folks in Sisters can see the results of... Full story
The Lady Outlaws dueled defending state champions Mazama on Thursday, September 8, in an exciting game that ended in a 1-1 tie. Sisters got on the scoreboard first, with a goal in the second half. Jodie Reoch, with pressure from two defenders, was able to get the ball to freshman Cassandra Arruda, who booted the ball into the goal at the far post from 14 yards out. The Outlaws kept the momentum in their favor and were in control of the game until the final minutes of the... Full story
The 2011 edition of the Sisters Outlaws cross-country team includes a lot of new faces among the 50 team members on the boys and girls teams. The team faces its first competition of the season this Saturday at Molalla, so coach Charlie Kanzig expects to know a lot more afterwards. "We have a good core of boys and girls back along with a fantastic group of freshmen, transfers, and other first-time team members, so I am excited to see how they perform," he said. Returning on... Full story
The 2011 Dave Carter Memorial Songwriting Contest was won by a bashful songstress from Salt Lake City, Utah, Alicia McGovern. Her pure and honest melodies, marked with a vulnerable edge, won over the judging panel against a talented group of finalists. McGovern's songs are infused with a palpable realism and recounted personal journeys, reflections of Appalachian hills and the remembrance of broken dreams. "The songs that are meaningful to me are the ones that are the most... Full story
Sisters' volleyball team dominated the Cascade Tournament Saturday, September 10. Sisters didn't lose a single game in pool play and finished that segment of the tourney at 6-0. The Outlaws defeated Scappoose 25-14, 25-16, took down Taft 25-10, 25-16, and wrapped up pool play with a 25-11, 25-22 win over Madras. Bracket play began with a match against Yamhill-Carlton. Sisters rolled through the match with scores of 25-13 and 25-11. In the semi-finals the Outlaws met Tillamook, their toughest opponent of the day. The Cheesemak... Full story
Although the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) was formally established in 1968, it was not until 1980 that Eric Ryback was credited with being the first person to hike the entire length of the trail from Mexico to Canada in one season. Since then, thru-hiking has achieved almost cult status. Still, according to the PCT Association, more people have climbed Mt. Everest than have successfully completed a thru-hike of the PCT! That statistic can hardly come as a surprise during a year... Full story
Women will have an opportunity to enjoy the thrills of mountain biking through a special program at this year's Sisters Mountain Bike Festival, September 24-25. Jacquie Zanck, Uriel Fox and Lorna Clarke will stage Blazin' Beauties, a special event for women, featuring yoga and mountain bike instruction and riding on the Saturday of the event. The program starts with a yoga session in the morning, followed by flatland instruction in the basic techniques of mountain biking.... Full story
Rhonda Funk is probably most recognizable seated behind a piano. An inspirational singer-songwriter, she has three CDs to her credit as well as performances locally and across the country. But the busy Sisters mom wears another hat now: that of a published children's author. The first two books in a series entitled "The Adventures of Pookster and Bubs," are now available in retail outlets nationwide, and other books are on the drawing table. "Pookster and Bubs are an ordinary... Full story
The boys soccer team played two tough teams to kick off their season. Sisters finished in a 4-4 tie with Crook County on Tuesday, September 6, and two days later lost 7-0 to Stayton. In Tuesday's match-up with Crook County, the Outlaws got on the scoreboard first with a goal by Tim Hernandez in the 11th minute, with an assist from Evan Rickards. Crook County tied it up in the 20th minute off a long direct kick that was redirected via a header into the goal. The Cowboys scored eight minutes later to take a 2-1 lead. Sisters... Full story
Last Friday was the "Day of the Owl" at Sisters Elementary School (SES). An assembly was held before school sessions began so the children could be a part of the presentation of a beautiful specimen of a mounted great horned owl that will be on permanent display in the school. The project started almost a year ago, when Eric Huffman was taking his son Ricky to school and they spied the owl dead on the highway. Not wanting to see it splattered all over the road, Eric stopped... Full story
Sisters Country is a bit off the beaten path. We like it that way. But that doesn't mean we're always out of harm's way - in fact, our relative isolation can make us more vulnerable. When natural or man-made disaster strikes, all the conveniences we take for granted, from electricity to easy access to food and water, can be disrupted. Emergency responders will be stressed and unable to reach everyone in need. A group of Sisters Country citizens have rallied local businesses and agencies to help their neighbors be better... Full story
• A woman dropped a small revolver while cleaning out a closet. The gun went off, injuring her foot. • A woman took issue with the way a 19-year-old neighbor was treating his dog. The man took issue with the neighbor and sprayed her with a hose. That earned him a citation for harassment. • A woman showed up at a man's house uninvited and unwanted. He kicked her, which earned him an arrest for domestic violence. • Two bikes were stolen from a local shop. • A cyclist... Full story
