Sisters salutes...

• Art teacher Mike Baynes offered “Many thanks to all the potters, both professional and student, who contributed to the success” of the Empty Bowls event last Saturday (see story, page 9).

“And, to X-Press Printing who printed the posters free of charge and the businesses and individuals who donated items for the silent auction.”

• Airman John Leese, 29, formerly of Sisters, was awarded Airman of the Year honors by the U.S. Air Force last month. He previously earned a Bronze Star for actions under fire in Iraq.

• Girl Scout leader Evelyn Brush said, “Recently the Girl Scouts of Central Oregon enjoyed a wonderful Mother-Daughter Tea. The event was enhanced by the contribution of local businesses that I would like to thank publicly.

“First of all, the event could not have been held without the gracious support of Sisters Community Church. Local merchants helped out by donating paper goods, specifically The Paper Place and The Cook’s Nook. Lutton’s Ace Hardware contributed flower seeds that the girls enjoyed planting in their tea cups. We are looking forward to next spring and our next tea.”