News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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Many folks in Sisters Country make a point of supporting local businesses during the holiday season, doing all their Christmas shopping in town. The "shop local" movement is linked to a national effort this weekend with "Small Business Saturday" on Saturday, November 24. The event encourages shopping locally in Sisters' own unique, owner-operated, small businesses. Small businesses are a vital part of the fabric of the Sisters community, and the current economic climate has challenged those businesses. "Small Business Saturda... Full story
"We were just sitting down to dinner at our place out near Plainview Road; the sky was almost black with big, dark clouds hanging over the Three Sisters, when all of a sudden lightning flashed off to the north of North Sister," Peggy Fischer said. "I couldn't tell for sure if it hit the ground, it lit up the whole cloud - but the next morning I knew it did... "When we sat down for breakfast I saw a curl of smoke - like a morning fire from someone's chimney - coming out of the forest where I saw the lightning the night... Full story
Math homework is on its way out in Sisters schools. But students shouldn't start celebrating liberation from hard work; expectations are actually getting higher. Hard work isn't enough. Students are expected to master their subject. The math departments of Sisters' elementary, middle and high schools made their annual presentation to the Sisters School Board Thursday night and received enthusiastic support for their innovative efforts in working toward a standards-based (mastery) grading system. Superintendent Jim Golden... Full story
"I want to run as far as I can and as long as possible on the track because it is joy to know that I can help people through my running," said Lopez Lomong. The world-class runner visited Sisters Athletic Club to share his memoir and his vision with an audience of more than 100 people on Thursday, November 15. Lomong, 27, began his life in 1985, in what is now Southern Sudan, and was kidnapped at age 6 during a church service by rebels during Sudan's Second Civil War to... Full story
To the Editor: I work every Thursday at the Kiwanis Food Bank along with a number of fellow Kiwanians and also a number of volunteers from the community. There is a lot of satisfaction doing service for others. I am sure anyone who works at the food bank in any capacity will tell you it is worth every minute we spend there. This community is amazing, and we have the best food bank anywhere. Now the reason behind the letter: The Christmas season is almost upon us. With the season comes a number of food drives for the Kiwanis... Full story
Sisters bridge players are looking for a few good card players. Actually, they don't have to be very good at all. Or even players. "We're willing to help people brush up on their skills if they haven't played in a while," said bridge enthusiast Ardie Winters. "We'll even give lessons to interested people who haven't played before." Susan Sandberg is the current organizer for the group, which meets every Thursday afternoon at the Pines Clubhouse. "We play a very low-key... Full story
It was all Cohort 3 hands on deck Saturday to put finishing touches on the Sisters Community Labyrinth. Dedication of the labyrinth will take place Saturday, December 1 at 1 p.m. The community is invited to participate in the dedication ceremony. Refreshments and warm beverages will be served after the dedication. The Sisters Community Labyrinth is located in the U.S. Forest Service East Portal, near the corner of Route 242 (McKenzie Highway) and W. Hood Ave. There is... Full story
Each month a group of 18 women have gathered at the Stitchin' Post classroom to sew and donate quilts of all sizes for the needs of our community. This small but enthusiastic group is part of the East of the Cascades Quilt Guild. Their mission is to use their skill and talent to care for the needy, injured, and poor. In the hard economic times of 2012 they have produced 106 quilts - a record for their 14 years of service. The quilts are distributed to FAN (Family Access... Full story
The Lady Outlaws return seven players to their varsity squad and the four seniors, Taylor Nieri, Harley Rowe, Ellie Ricker, Lauren Cantwell, hope to lead their team to a successful league season. Nieri returns for her fourth year on the varsity squad. She is co-captain, a leader on and off the court and is expected to break school records this season. Taylor is just 41 points away from being the all-time leading scorer for SHS and is also close to the record for the most three-point goals scored. "Taylor has been working... Full story
The Outlaws have been hard at work preparing for the season ahead. Leading the team will be returning varsity players Eli Harrison and Cole Moore. Harrison, at 6-feet-5-inches, started at wing for the Outlaws last season and averaged 17.6 points, six rebounds and two assists per game. Eli is a smooth player with a great mid-range jumper and is a threat from anywhere on the court. Harrison was co-Player of the Year last year and was also a first-team all-state pick. Moore is also back for another season along with Ryan... Full story
The eighth-grade volleyball teams, Beauty, Beast and Chip, wrapped up another great season coached by Clay Warburton, who just finished his 11th year as the eighth-grade volleyball coach. Hitters included Emma Houck, Julianne Meeter, Savannah Ryan, Victoria Maiden, Emily Scalda, Hogan Warner and Chelsea Bradley. Playing at middle were Remington Slicker, Brooke Knirk, Rylee Rockwood, Amanda Smith, Bree Papworth and Kayla Loudermilk. Sabrina Reifschneider, Alex Hartford, Laura Waltosz, Devry Grace, Mykaila Hartman and Chelsea... Full story
The girls JV volleyball team wrapped up its season undefeated in league play with a 10-0 record. The Lady Outlaws dominated their league foes and swept their opponents in many matches. Ten players made up the JV roster and all were big contributors on the team. Haylie Hudson was the team's quarterback at setter and averaged 20 assists per match. Coach Braidy Bates said, "Haylie was a co-captain and one of the team leaders both on and off the court. She always had an upbeat... Full story
Sisters students got a glimpse of how far a kid from Central Oregon can climb last week as they enjoyed a visit from Judge Alfred T. Goodwin. Goodwin, who was raised in Prineville, graduated from the University of Oregon and calls Sisters home in the summertime, is a senior federal judge on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, where he has served since 1971, when he was appointed to the bench by President Richard Nixon. History teacher Bill Rexford was thrilled to have Goodwin... Full story
As our weather becomes more wintry and hiking opportunities continue to dwindle, the Lower Whychus Creek trail comes to mind as an excellent hike for almost any time of the year. Also, if you choose to hike this popular local trail in the next ten days, your hike will be four miles shorter than if you wait until December! Effective December 1 through March 31, the access road to that corner of the Crooked River National Grassland is closed to motor vehicles. That doesn't mean... Full story
Sisters has a new community events center. The Belfry, on the corner of Main Avenue and Spruce Street, received its baptism last weekend with a surprise 60th birthday party for beloved Sisters artist and educator Kit Stafford. Well over 100 people dined from a buffet table and danced on the hardwood floors to live music performed on the broad stage that was once a church. That's just the kind of event new owner Angeline Rhett hopes to see at The Belfry (named for the home of... Full story
A caffeinated collage of students, teachers and guests gathered Wednesday night for the 16th annual Coffee House event at the Sisters High School commons, benefitting the full spectrum of vital school arts programs. Seated in Adirondack chairs, guests were treated to a rich menu of musical performances by the Sisters High School Jazz Choir, the Jazz Combo and Americana Project kids, while families and friends enjoyed cookies and java, roaming amid the many student art... Full story
The boys JV soccer team finished league play with five wins and one tie. Overall, the Outlaws were 9-1-2. In the two games which resulted in a tie, the Outlaws had to play with a man down for more than half of the contest and were up by two goals until that point. Sixteen players were on the squad, and all made contributions which resulted in an outstanding season. Juniors Trent Marks, Colton Rodgers, Jacob Rodgers and sophomore Ethan Stengel were swing players and played the first half of every game for the JV team and then... Full story
Have paints, will travel is local artist Cristina Acosta's new motto. Acosta is busy mixing paints and dabbing her palette for a colorful array of services creating nostalgic hand-painted images on glass. The talented painter has been doing fine art for over 30 years and started as a young child who always received paints as presents and just kept painting. She's been a dynamic fixture on the local arts scene since moving to Bend back in 1983. "I did some Bend and Sisters... Full story
Sisters will kick off its holiday traditions this weekend with the annual Sisters Community Christmas Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade on Friday, November 23, and Saturday, November 24 in downtown Sisters. The events are hosted by the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce and presented by Hoodoo Recreation. For the eighth year, Deschutes Land Trust, Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Sisters have worked together to bring a beautiful 40-foot white fir to Barclay Park in downtown Sisters. Stop by the park at 5:30 p.m... Full story
With myriad Christmas treasures to explore, Three Sisters Lions Club opened their Holiday Crafts Faire doors on Saturday at Threewind Shopping Center near Bi-Mart. It will be open for business and available for yuletide shoppers daily until December 16. Showcasing art, crafts and trinkets by nearly two dozen Sisters artists, the seasonal gift market features holiday housewares, artisan Christmas ornaments, festive wreaths decked in silver and gold, college football fan gear an... Full story
The Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce is encouraging local shopping this holiday season through its Sisters Country gift certificate program. "With a Sisters Country gift certificate your wife can buy that pair of boots she's been eyeing, your friends can grab a cup of coffee or dinner, and your kids can go catch a movie," said Erin Borla, executive director of the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce. "Buy one for your father or husband and they can tee it up for 18 holes or pick out some new fly fishing gear. Give one to your... Full story
Folks in Sisters can shop for interesting and gently used items while helping others this holiday season. The "Swap Till You Drop" fundraiser benefiting "The Spirit of Christmas" toy and food drive will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, November 30, and Saturday, December 1, at the Sisters Fire Hall Community Room. All proceeds from the sale will be used to purchase Christmas gifts for local families. Donations will be accepted on Thursday, November 29, at the Fire Hall. The event grew out of the online Sisters Swap... Full story
Each year, Deschutes Land Trust (DLT) provides the centerpiece of the Sisters community holiday celebration: a towering fir tree. This year's tree is a 40-foot grand fir cut at the land trust's 1,200-acre Metolius Preserve near Camp Sherman. This is the seventh year the land trust has donated a tree for the City of Sisters' display. "The community Christmas tree has become a real tradition for Sisters and the land trust is happy to help contribute to such a great community eve... Full story
The City of Sisters is trying to figure out how to help community events in a fair and equitable manner. At Thursday's workshop the city council worked to come up with clear policies and guidelines that could be fairly applied for special-event fee waivers. They also worked on the city's ordinance. All the councilors clearly expressed their support for special events that are "good for the community." Subsidizing or waiving city use fees and allowing special noise ordinance exceptions are one way the city can actively... Full story
• Hoodoo Ski Area will be celebrating 75 years of skiing with its own anniversary beer. The first batch of the Hodag Cascadian Dark Ale will be available for the first time at the official release party Friday, November 23 at 6 p.m. in Sisters at Three Creeks Brewing Co. The Hodag will be on site to giveaway T-shirts, stickers, lift tickets and a season pass. Initially, Hodag CDA will be available at Three Creeks Brewing Co. by the pint and sold individually in 22 oz. bottles at the brewery as well. ... Full story
