News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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Todd and Diane Weitzman proudly announce the marriage of their daughter, Sarah, to Matthew Willis, son of Rick and Kelly Willis of Tigard, Oregon. They were married on July 7, 2013 at the Abernethy Center in Oregon City. The couple honeymooned in Hawaii. They currently reside in Southern California where they will both graduate from Biola University this December.... Full story
In the wake of numerous queries raising questions and concerns about a proposed amphitheater project in Sisters, Mayor Brad Boyd sat down with The Nugget to provide some clarity to the proposal. The city has put down a $25,000 refundable deposit on 11.5 acres within the city limits for a city amphitheater and parking. The property is located in two places: on the southwest corner of Locust Street and Barclay Drive, extending west to Larch Street and, separately, immediately... Full story
In the face of controversy over a proposed paved trail system that would run past the subdivision, the Tollgate Property Owners Association polled its members to get a definitive picture of the proposal's acceptance in the neighborhood. While some vocal opposition to the proposed project has come from Tollgate, the poll results show strong overall support. In a news release, the homeowners association stated: "Tollgate Property Owners Association has conducted an opinion poll of it's 440 properties regarding the USFS... Full story
When I first heard of a paved path in the forest I was against it. I thought that people should get on a mountain bike and use the existing dirt roads. I thought of it as a scar on the land. However, when I queried the local people, they were almost universally in favor of a paved path. I have researched and found these benefits of shared-use connector trails: connecting neighborhoods to schools; bringing people to commercial areas from residential areas in a healthy way with the benefit of expanding local business. A paved... Full story
To the Editor: Just a short note to emphasize my past letters to the editor about the "Can't fight city hall attitude." Earlier this summer I wrote a letter about the noise complaints originating from over east of the elementary school, addressing the two acoustic guitars and a hand drum at the outdoor stage at Hardtails in the mid-afternoon. At the time, I went to the city council meeting in person to express my concerns that it appears to be all about who you are in town. As a good current example of this, I now see that... Full story
Paul Bertagna's passion for his job is hard to miss. It's not just that he puts in long hours making sure that the key systems of the City of Sisters keep working day and night. The public works director really loves what he does and - even more - where he does it. "I love Sisters," he told The Nugget last week. "I love the community as a whole. I love the opportunities for our children. I love the school district. In my position, the thing I love most is being able to help... Full story
After four years of college and four intensive internships, Evan Mitchell, a 2008 Sisters High School graduate, received his Professional Golf Association (PGA) status and works as an assistant golf pro. There are two types of golf pros: a tour pro who plays for a living and a club pro, a head professional or an assistant professional who runs the day-to-day operations of a golf facility. Mitchell is a club pro. Mitchell graduated from the University of Idaho in May of 2012... Full story
Last Thursday evening, 175 people - several of whom were students from Sisters schools - were in attendance at The Belfry when Dr. Tim Deboodt, staff chair person of extension faculty, range and livestock at the OSU Crook County Extension Service, presented a lecture on the presence of Western juniper in this part of Central Oregon. At the beginning of his talk, Dr. Deboodt told the audience that the only geographic location Western juniper can be found is in Central Oregon.... Full story
Twenty-nine girls turned out for Lady Outlaws basketball. The program will put three teams on the court. Four seniors - Savannah Spear, Jacobie Petterson, Claire Henson and Katelyn Meeter, who is new to the team this year - will provide experience and leadership. Coach Julianne Horner said, "I am very happy with the great leaders and players we have in our senior class. I believe their strength, varsity experience and confidence will help the team right from the opening... Full story
OSU grad student Andrew Marschel recently led a tour of three of his study sites on the Sisters District. Marschel, in the course of his research project on both the Deschutes and Ochoco forests, has cored (bored into) over 3,600 trees in the 72 study plots he has established, a key tool in helping to understand the impacts of a century of widespread logging, grazing, and fire exclusion - elements that have left the region's forests overcrowded and out of balance. "They will... Full story
Pets share our homes, keep us company, and can reduce feelings of stress. They offer us companionship, go along with us on walks while exercising, and greet us at the end of each workday. They give us unconditional love. So it's understandable that sooner or later you might desire to add an adopted furry friend to your home. But remember that adopting a pet is a serious commitment. What kind of pet will be the best fit for your household? Consider how much time you'd need to... Full story
The White Buffalo, coming off a triumphant turn at the 2013 Sisters Folk Festival, will return to Sisters on Thursday, December 5, for a show at The Belfry. The White Buffalo, aka Jake Smith, has family in the area: He's the son of Jeff and Ginny Smith of Sisters. His career has taken off in the wake of placing songs on hit television programs, including multiple songs on the hit FX drama "Sons of Anarchy." He's currently touring his new CD, "Shadows, Greys & Evil Ways." Ever-independent, The White Buffalo is moving against... Full story
Pat (Nichols) Vandewater was born in unique circumstances at a logging camp in Yacolt, Washington, to parents Vern and Nina Nichols, May 29, 1919. Maybe it was this rough start in life that gave her the grit and strength that carried her throughout her life. Her childhood was marked by some challenges, including being abandoned by her mother at age 8 and subsequently being put in a foster home for nearly a year, when her mother returned from California to retrieve her.... Full story
Betty J. Carroll, of Redmond, died November 19, 2013 at St. Charles Medical Center - Redmond. Betty was born Dec. 23, 1941 in Rixford, Pennsylvania to Samuel and Beatrice Bailey. She moved to Oregon with her father, step-mother and eight kids in a Willys pickup when she was 16 years old. She married Charles (Bud) Carroll August 16, 1967 in Stevenson, Washington. She loved spending time with her family and friends, making people laugh. Everybody was Betty's friend, and her... Full story
Claire Elizabeth Kanzig, 21, passed away surrounded by her family on Tuesday, November 19, in Bend following a sudden turn in her health. Claire was born in Silverton, Oregon, as the third child to Charlie and Deirdre Kanzig. The family arrived in Sisters in 1994 and Claire's impact in the area began. Claire came into the world with flair and was well-known for her sparkling personality, effervescence, ability to connect with people, and her unmistakable style. Her love for... Full story
For the past decade, folks in Sisters have been finding quality consignment Western wear, jewelry and antiques at Kate Aspen's Cowgirls & Indians Resale shop in Sisters. On November 30, Aspen will celebrate making it through 10 sometimes tough years in Sisters with an open house at the shop at 160 S. Oak St. from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jill Stanford will be on hand from 2 to 4 p.m. to sign her new book "Keep Cookin' Cowgirl," and there will be a trunk show featuring the rustic... Full story
For generations, the Christmas tree has been a familiar symbol of the holiday season, and Sisters Country is no exception. Although the celebration of the Christian tradition of Christmas can be traced to the fourth century, Christmas trees as we know them today did not appear until about the 16th century. The Christmas tree tradition is generally considered to have begun in northern Europe, with Germany most often cited as the point of origin. Two years ago, in 2011, the... Full story
Winter skin-care in Sisters Country requires extra protection against harsh weather conditions due to lower moisture levels outside plus the drying effects of indoor heating. Skin-care professionals observe seasonal changes in client's skin such as eczema, dryness, redness and itching. If the skin tends to be chronically dry, it will worsen during the winter. With oily skin you still must utilize moisturizers, but not too oily of a product. Consult with your esthetician to determine what products and winter-time skin regimen... Full story
When the ski season at Hoodoo ended in April, work at the ski resort didn't end with the departure of the snow. So, while most skiers file away thoughts of the slopes for a few months, quite a bit goes on behind the scenes to prepare for the next season. In fact, Hoodoo's Mountain Manager Jim Follis has had a busy summer and fall preparing for the snow that everyone hopes will soon put in an appearance. Stuck in that awkward limbo between hiking season and ski season, my hikin... Full story
Aries the Ram is a late-fall/early-winter constellation, and from our latitude it appears nearly overhead in the early evenings during December. It ranks 39th in size among all constellations and is bordered by Pisces to the west, Taurus to the east, Cetus to the south, and Perseus and Triangulum to the north. More than 2,000 years ago the vernal equinox - the intersection of the ecliptic and the celestial equator as the sun moves northward - was located in Aries. Though somet... Full story
Gary Hickman, who lives out in the back-of-beyond near Fryrear Butte, wondered what was hanging in his juniper tree about a football field away from his living-room window. "The story is basically this," Gary said when he called me. "A couple of days ago my wife, Vikki, said to me when I got home from work, 'I noticed a kid's parachute toy up in a tree down by the pond. It's probably from one of the kids that were out here when you had that summer party for your work team.'... Full story
