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The 2024 JAM (Journey, Adventure, Music) Silent Auction & Raffle Fundraiser is underway with a collection of packages up for bid and the chance to win a custom Breedlove guitar. The fundraiser is taking place in conjunction with the 27th annual Sisters Folk Festival. Proceeds will support SFF Presents’ mission to strengthen community and transform lives through music and arts educational outreach and programming in Central Oregon. Check out all the auction packages, set up your electronic bidding account, and bid on items by... Full story
More than 1 million acres of federal land in central and southern Oregon could soon be leased for solar energy projects. Officials at the federal Bureau of Land Management announced Aug. 29 they had finalized a plan to add Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Washington and Wyoming to its existing Western Solar Plan – an Obama-era project that expanded permitting for solar projects on federal land. When it was first implemented in 2012, it only included Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah. The expansion includes 1... Full story
In recent years and especially on the heels of COVID’s onslaught, which generated a potent, collective grief, popular culture has given new fame to concepts such as social-emotional learning, self-care, and burnout prevention. It also put the spotlight on a concept that has long been loved in this country because it evokes sentiments of self-determination, grit, and perseverance central to our national identity. We are talking about the buzz word of resilience. We have all h... Full story
Oregon Hunters Assoc-iation (OHA) is partnering with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) to encourage hunters to get their deer and elk tested for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) this season. Hunters who submit a CWD test from a harvested deer or elk between August 1, 2024 and April 1, 2025, will automatically be entered to win either a Howa 1500 .223 with mounted Nikko Sterling Gamepro 4-12x40mm Scope combo or a Sig Sauer Whiskey3 4-12x40mm Quadplex scope. A winner will be drawn on April 30, 2025. Hunters will... Full story
David's parents, David Kell and Molly Miller, welcomed their twin sons on June 23, 1939, at the Holiday Park Hospital, in Portland, Oregon, joining their sister Carol. After graduation from high school, David served in the Army for two years, stationed in Hawaii. Later he received an Associate Degree from Portland State University and a Masters Degree from the International Conference of Police Chaplains. David served in the Portland Police Department for thirty years. The... Full story
A lost hiker near the summit of South Sister was found by Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue on Sunday, September 15. The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue (SAR) was notified of a lost hiker near the summit of South Sister at 4 p.m., Saturday, September 14. Though the hiker was thought to be in Lane County, Deschutes SAR was requested to respond and activated the rescue mission at 4:15 p.m. Lane County Sheriff's Office SAR requested an... Full story
Oregon will receive nearly $43 million from the federal government to repair roads damaged by recent natural disasters, the state’s two U.S. senators announced Monday. The influx of federal funding comes as the state struggles to fill transportation funding gaps. The Oregon Department of Transportation estimated it will face a deficit of more than $350 million in the 2025-27 budget if lawmakers don’t pass a substantial funding package in the upcoming legislative session. The new federal money, part of more than $800 mil... Full story
Respiratory illnesses like influenza, COVID-19, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) are known to spread more rapidly during fall and winter months, so Deschutes County Public Health (DCHS) is advising residents to take precautions to stay healthy and protect others in the community. “One of the most effective methods to prevent the transmission and severe outcomes of these contagious diseases is to make sure your vaccinations are up to date,” said Dr. Richard Fawcett, Deschutes County Health Officer. “Washing your hands fre... Full story
The Outlaws got off to a sluggish start after their long bus ride to Corbett last week. The Cardinals took advantage and jumped to an early lead, scoring three times within the first seven minutes of the contest. Coach Jeff Husmann said, “Our back line, and the whole team, was flat-footed and groggy. We did not match their speed, nor their sense of urgency early on.” The Cardinals scored their fourth goal in the 13th minute. Husmann said, “Like any game, particularly non-league games, it’s an opportunity for learning and gro... Full story
Sisters Cold Weather Shelter (SCWS) volunteers joined over 50 Central Oregon organizations at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds on September 13 for an all-day training to learn how to handle tough situations. Renowned trainer Ryan Dowd taught de-escalation techniques and effective communication with people in crisis. SCWS volunteers had participated in many Ryan Dowd on-line trainings and were excited to see him in person. "His training is important, useful and engaging," said... Full story
I was sitting in the Outlaw Women Saloon in Augusta, Montana, enjoying an interesting conversation with the bartender - a young lady from southern Florida who came to Montana because she wanted to learn to be a cowgirl, and a fellow named Log Man, who was finishing up his adventure on the Continental Divide Trail -when a loud chorus of boos and hisses suddenly erupted from the other side of the bar. We all swiveled in that direction, expecting a good, cow-town sort of bar... Full story
The Lady Outlaws soccer squad defeated Siuslaw Monday, September 16, on the road in a final score of 2-0. Devon Stevens got the Outlaws on the scoreboard in the 32nd minute of the game. A throw-in found Melia Jenkins in the middle of the field, and Jenkins passed the ball over to Stevens, who had made a run down the wing, and one-touched it for a goal over the keeper’s head into the back of the net. At the half Sisters was on top 1-0. The Outlaws’ second goal came with approximately 15 minutes left on the clock. The play sta... Full story
The Lady Outlaws started their week with a tough four-set road loss to top ranked Pleasant Hill (PH) on Monday, September 16, with scores of 16-25, 25-23, 15-25, and 12-25. They bounced back two days later, and posted a four-set win on the road at Harrisburg (25-14, 23-25, 25-17, 25-15). PH started the match on fire, and took the first set by nine points. In the second set, Coach Josh Kreunen made a line up adjustment, and kept the set close with great defense from Holly Davis and Paityn Cotner who finished with 13 digs... Full story
• I can’t sing a lick, but when the Gary Gruner “Made in America” song comes on with their TV ad, I sing every word about as loud as I can. That ad looks, feels, and sounds so Central Oregon. Thank you, Gary Gruner. • When Hazel called the other morning and asked if I’d like to make a Costco run, I jumped at the chance to ride along. I gulped down my breakfast, threw on some clothes and quickly did what I could with my hair, including spraying it with Endust, which was sitting right next to the can of Suave Max Hold. • Sec... Full story
With 30 attendees, the September 18 Community Builders meeting at City Hall was the most well-attended yet, including one very cute infant who came with mom. • A majority of the meeting was an overview by Scott Woodford, community development director, of the study currently being done on Sisters’ Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) — should it be enlarged and, if so, where? More information is available on the City website, www.ci.sisters.or.us, administration, land use plannin... Full story
The Sisters Arts Association invites you to visit the galleries of Sisters on Friday, Sept. 27, during the day and early evening, as you get ready for the Sisters Folk Festival. It's our Fourth Friday Artwalk. We are delighted to celebrate the art and music that makes our town so special! The usual artwalk hours are 4 to 7 p.m., with some locations offering Artwalk from 3 to 6 p.m. this time in order to accommodate the music! The Campbell Gallery at Sisters Artworks continues... Full story
Mistaken identity To the Editor: Bruce Carpenter — I’m sorry you were bothered by people who thought they were addressing me. I’ve had packages I was waiting for delivered to other Bruce Campbells before which is very inconvenient, but being mistaken for someone writing a possibly controversial letter to the editor would be really annoying. I hope you weren’t hassled too bad. I used to live in Colorado ranch country and would get into friendly discussions with some of the old ranchers in the area about politics and such. M... Full story
Sometimes the beginning of a new school year can be filled with dread and anticipation, but the new "Outlaw Media" class at Sisters High School has put a focus on the exciting potential of hands-on learning. Jack Turpen, SHS senior and AV program president, has been at the helm of all things technology at the high school since his freshman year. Last year he unveiled the Outlaw Media Center, a hub for editing, videography, and recording weekly Outlaw News videos. Over the... Full story
It was Saturday when The Nugget last visited Josh Smith, co-owner of The Paper Place on South Elm Street. Smith is one of five candidates for Sisters city council. He has never sought nor held public office. His store was crowded with shoppers. "This is the busiest day we've had all summer," Smith said, smiling broadly. "More than the Rodeo. More than the Quilt Show." Indeed, the town was packed with visitors taking in the Glory Daze Car Show Click here to see related story.... Full story
Hope and trust are beautifully linked to one another. You cannot have hope in anything or anyone without trust. Trust is exactly what the organization Hope Africa International is built upon. The mission had to trust they would be able to make a difference in the lives of others, they had to trust they would be successful in their goals, and those who they have supported have had to trust the people providing this hope. In 2004, a group from Sisters Community Church went to a... Full story
When Captain William Bailey and Sergeant Kent Vander Kamp squared off to run for Deschutes County Sheriff after Shane Nelson announced his retirement, my initial reaction was that voters would have a choice between two capable men with different but impressive backgrounds and skillsets, either of whom are well-positioned to lead their agency into a demanding future. Vander Kamp has done stellar work as the leader of field operations for the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement... Full story
Conditions were all that could be hoped for when the annual Sisters Artist Studio Tour opened its doors Saturday for a two-day stint. Perfect weather, hundreds of leftover visitors on hand from the Glory Daze Car Show (Click here to see related story.), and an impressive lineup of ceramicists, painters, and sculptors - 18 in all, spread over 12 venues. And even as a steady mass wound its way from one studio or gallery to the next, several gallery operators and artists reported... Full story
If you found a parking spot in Sisters Saturday, consider yourself among the lucky. Between the 1,000-plus who marveled at a collection of 95 pristine cars and trucks - some nearly 100 years old - and The Artist Studio Tour, town was wall-to-wall with happy visitors. And if three blocks of automotive artistry weren't enough for car buffs and their tag-alongs, no fewer than 52 vintage Packards rolled into Sisters, an overnight stop on their 1,100-mile road trip through a dozen... Full story
As the days get shorter and the approach of winter is not far away, thoughts of our unhoused neighbors rise higher in our consciousness. For many Sisters agencies and organizations, the welfare of those neighbors is a year-round priority. To provide information to the public on the work being done on behalf of those Sisters residents lacking secure permanent housing, and to provide an opportunity to hear ideas, concerns, and questions from community members, the City has... Full story
There is excitement around the lineup for the Sisters Folk Festival, which rolls into town Friday-Sunday, September 27-29. "I'm excited, even exuberant, about the diversity of music this year," SFF Creative Director Brad Tisdel told The Nugget. Artists from Africa to Venezuela will take the stage, with many artists making their debut at the festival, with stalwarts like blues master Chris Smither marking his return for a third engagement. The last time he was here was in... Full story
