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Sisters schools will be competing on a more level playing field next year. Last week, the Oregon Schools Activities Association (OSAA) executive board announced the realignment of the six classifications for high school sports in the state. The process to finalize a new plan had been a work in progress for months. There will still be six classifications for athletics and activities governed by the OSAA from 6A to 1A. In the new alignment, Sisters will move to the 3A classification, from the 4A ranks, starting in the fall of... Full story
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners awarded $1.3 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds in support of affordable housing in Sisters last week. Habitat for Humanity received $800,000 to purchase ten 2,800-square-foot lots in Sisters Woodlands, where they will construct single-family cottages. The City of Sisters received $500,000 in reserve for 12-18 months to give the City time to find land and a partner who builds affordable housing to build 40-50 units.... Full story
Last Friday, the Whychus Creek overlook was the stage for presenting Sisters Trails Alliance (STA) a much-deserved award. The STA was named winner of the 2021 National Wild and Scenic Award for Outstanding Stewardship, one of four Wild and Scenic River Management awards. The much-heralded, all-volunteer organization received the award for its efforts at restoring Whychus Creek. The creek is an essential branch of area tourism and a respite for myriad Sisters Country... Full story
The hiring process at Sisters Elementary School (SES) is quite comprehensive, according to Principal Joan Warburg. “We really want to be thorough in order to do the best we can to find the right fit,” she said. With six full-time-equivalent positions to fill as of last spring, Warburg and her team set out to find the right people to carry on the school’s mission to prepare, inspire, and nurture a sense of belonging in its students. “We wanted to hire people who were really... Full story
“It was a time of acute insecurity, when political, social, and legal norms were bent out of shape by warring protagonists for whom the system had long ceased to work and who sensed, in its weaknesses, an opportunity to remodel the world according to their desires. At times, the centre seemed unable to hold. Politicians urging unity and moderation watched aghast as factions tore at each other, all restraint set aside...” That passage comes from historian Thomas Penn in “Th... Full story
Thank-you to Sisters community To the Editor: I would like to send a thank-you note to the community and friends for their support following Rick Judy’s passing away: Griffin, Chelsea Judy and I thank everyone who came to the ceremony of light held in his honor last Saturday, and for the condolences we received via emails, phone calls, or sympathy cards. All were unique to Rick and we would have liked to thank everyone personally. Please accept our most profound gratitude for your presence; for donations to the Sisters R... Full story
The Outlaws fell 60-40 in a road game at Cottage Grove on Tuesday, December 14. Sisters came out aggressive at the start of the contest and jumped to an early lead thanks to two buckets at the rim from Adam Maddox-Castle. Max Palanuk also hit two long balls from behind the arc, which gave the Outlaws a one-point lead, 14-13, to close out the first period. The second quarter proved difficult for the Outlaws. The Lions switched defenses and came out in a 1-3-1 zone. Sisters struggled to figure out the zone and committed five... Full story
The My Own Two Hands art auction fundraiser will be an in-person event with options to bid virtually, scheduled for April 30, 2022. Sisters Folk Festival (SFF) staff and board are thrilled to announce this year’s theme, “Moving Beyond.” SFF humbly invites artists to consider contributing artwork to help fulfill SFF’s mission to strengthen community and transform lives through music and art. Artists are encouraged to create with the theme in mind, but donating a theme-oriented piece is not a requirement. Beyond the music f... Full story
If you were a Hollywood producer and needed somebody to play an SRO (School Resource Officer), the casting agent could do no better than Brent Crosswhite, the SRO for Sisters School District. He’s the archetype for the role: an older dad or cool grandad. He’s not imposing in stature but is fit, and in his duty vest his presence suggests that you’re not likely to settle any differences with him physically. Nor would you need to, as he would disarm you instantly with his compo... Full story
No, you won’t need a bank loan for a cup of coffee. But you will pay more. The business press has been ablaze about the rise in the price of coffee beans — by some accounts over double in a few short months. Arabica coffee bean futures slated for March delivery rose as high as 4.8 percent to $2.235 a pound a month ago, Bloomberg reported. Prices on November 12 were up more than 90 percent over the prior year and reached their highest level since October 2014. And rose f... Full story
The Sisters Ranger District has closed Forest Service Road (FSR) 16, due to recent and forecasted snowfall. FSR 16 provides driving access to the Three Creek Lake area. Drivers can still get to Upper Three Creek Sno-Park. The roads are closed to provide for public safety and minimize resource damage, as well as to preserve the snowpack as these routes transition to opportunities for winter recreation. Forest managers remind visitors that Forest Service roads across the Deschutes National Forest are not plowed or maintained... Full story
For well over two decades, Furry Friends has made sure that Sisters’ beloved animal companions are not forgotten during the holiday season. The organization is seeking cash donations to help with its mission of feeding, protecting, and providing medical services to families and pets. Santa Paws is coming to Sisters for the holidays, distributing pet food to families in need through the Furry Friends Foundation’s (FFF) Annual Pet Food Drive, which runs through the end of the... Full story
The Sisters School board gathered in person and via Zoom at its monthly meeting held December 8. All board members — Don Hedrick, David Thorsett, Jeff Smith, Edie Jones, and Jenica Cogdill — attended. •?Rodney Cooper, the only citizen to make a community comment, asked the board, “When will children be free from masks? Is there any plan or timeframe for them to be free of their masks?” Superintendent Curt Scholl responded that nothing had changed from the guidance provided by the Oregon Health Authority. &bu... Full story
Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) announced that the Sisters-Camp Sherman Rural Fire Protection District, has received GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its budget. The award represents a significant achievement by the entity. It reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. In order to receive the budget award, the entity had to satisfy nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation. These guidelines a... Full story
As we walked the old road, we could see glimpses of Whychus Creek, though most was hidden by a living screen of old cottonwoods, pines, and willow. It had been at least 23 years since Martin and Carolyn Winch first visited Camp Polk. We asked permission from the Deschutes Land Trust to enter the Camp Polk Meadow Preserve on this cool and sunny December day, to take a walk and look at several decades worth of restoration efforts by the Land Trust and its many partners and... Full story
Hoodoo Ski Area opened Friday, December 17, and not a minute too soon, apparently. “We had a couple of families line up at 6:45 a.m., barely light, for Manzanita,” Matthew McFarland, general manager, told The Nugget when we sat down at lunchtime Saturday along with Chuck Shepard, CEO. “At 8 a.m. the line started building for Big Green and by 8:45 we had well over 100 wanting to get on the slopes,” McFarland added. The weather for opening day was as if McFarland ordered... Full story
The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is actively seeking volunteers. Needs have grown this past year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which has identified more at-risk seniors who need support to remain safe, fed, and connected in their local community as they choose to age at home. Volunteering for the Council on Aging is easy and flexible, whether it’s just for a one-time project or an on-going position. Volunteers are not required to have previous training, and o... Full story
In the two weeks following its home tournament, the Sisters Outlaw wrestling squad has remained quite busy on the mat, with a total of four contests. The team competed in a dual meet at Summit on December 7, and then on December 10-11 the team took part in the Culver Invitational which also included Chiloquin, Culver, Joseph, La Pine, Lowell, Mazama, and Caldera high schools. The latest results for the team came from Adrian Irwin Memorial Men’s Tournament, hosted by Caldera High School on December 17-18, that included Bend H... Full story
The Lady Outlaws basketball beat Cottage Grove on the road in a final score of 50-42, on Tuesday, December 14. Sisters played extremely well on offense in the first half of the contest and put 26 points on the scoreboard, while the defense held the Lions to 16 points. In the second quarter, Haleigh Froelich scored six of the Outlaws’ 15 points. The Lions came back in the second half and cut the Outlaws’ lead down to just one midway through the final quarter. Point guard Emma Lutz handled the ball under pressure down the str... Full story
There truly are angels among us, and Kim and Hank Queen, who live in Panoramic Estates, have a touching story that proves it. Enzo, their 180-pound Great Dane, came to live with them when he was 2 years old, as his then family, who were friends of the Queens, were moving to a place that wasn’t suitable for a big dog. The Queens had lost their border collie/husky mix a year before to cancer. Kim had always wanted a great Dane. They had five fenced acres and even bought a van s... Full story
Elise Wolf, a bird rehabber in Sisters, my wife Sue, and I have fed birds year-round because of the pleasure it brings us seeing winged creatures up close, and knowing with our help they — and we — can make it through some pretty tough times when birds are part of our lives. So here are a few tips to ensure safe feeding practices: To have the reserves to survive winter’s frigid temperatures, birds need to eat foods that are easiest to eat and digest, and that pack... Full story
How do things work at City Hall? What’s the role of the Sisters City Council as compared to the full-time City employees? Every February, the City Council, made up of five citizens elected by Sisters residents, holds a goal-setting session in which they discuss their priorities for long-range goals as well as more immediate matters. Some are broad in their approach, dealing with big policy issues or planning for the future so when it arrives, the City is ready for what it b... Full story
•?Mayor Michael Preedin has appointed volunteer members to City boards and commissions. Preedin encouraged those not selected this time to apply for other positions as their talents are needed. City Recorder Kerry Prosser, who organized the interviews, said there were double the number of applicants needed for the positions, a great improvement from several years ago when not enough people were volunteering. Those named and their terms include: Eric Benton, one-year term... Full story
Amy Louise McDonald died December 5 at the age of 94. She was married to Amos McDonald and is survived by children Tom and Rod; grandchildren Rick and Bryan; and great-grandchildren Parker, Josy, Ryan, and Nickolas.... Full story
Everybody reading this knows that smoking and diabetes are devastating to longevity. Collectively, along with their comorbidities, smoking and diabetes cost our health care system over $200 billion per year. There is a lifestyle choice that up to half of readers are making every day, which has a bigger effect on mortality than either of the above. It’s not diet-related; it’s not about toxic chemicals; it’s not about diseases or viruses. It’s about physical fitness. Regardless of body fat, regardless of muscle size, the fun... Full story
