The Nugget Vol. XLIV No. 13
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News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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Burglars hit Sisters Rental
A crew of burglars struck Sisters Rental at about 9 p.m. on Wednesday night, March 24, and made off with an estimated $13,000 in Stihl saws. According to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched at 6:47 a.m. on Thursday, March 25, to Sisters Rental on the corner of Pine Street and West Barclay Drive on the report of a burglary. An investigation determined at approximately 8:57 p.m. on Wednesday, March 24, two suspects broke through a glass door and
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Enjoying the spring sunshine...
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The horse herd at Black Butte Ranch is getting ready for tourist season.
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Correspondent
The Sisters Outlaws equestrian team had its first competitive outing of the season March 18-21 at the Redmond Fairgrounds, overcoming the many challenges of COVID-19 protocols in the process. Head Coach Annie Winter explained that restrictions meant that overnight stalls were not available. The team had to “haul in” every day and stagger sessions over the three days, since only 100 people could be on site at any given time. “But it’s all worth it in order to give these kids, and especially the seniors, a season since we lost being able to complete one last year,” said Winter.
But it’s all worth it in order to give these kids, and especially the seniors, a season since we lost being able to complete one last year. — Annie Winter
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Sisters Country residents were treated to a spectacular display of lights blazing across the night sky at about 9 p.m. last Thursday night. According to the National Weather Service, the fiery objects were space debris. The agency reported that, “The widely reported bright objects in the sky were debris from a Falcon 9 rocket’s second stage that did not successfully have a deorbit burn.” The Seattle Times reported that the rocket delivered Starlink satellites, built in Redmond, Washington, into See SPACE DEBRIS on page 22
Outlaws equestrians are back in the saddle By Charlie Kanzig
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Seniors on the team include Hailee Kennedy, Madi Larabee, and Shea Robertson. Teams from La Pine, Mountain View, Bend, S u m m i t , R i d g e v i e w, R e d m o n d , L a k e v i e w, Hermiston, Dufur, Crook County, and Madras joined Sisters for the event. Comprehensive team scores were not available, but Sisters notched some top marks among dozens of competitors. Shea Robertson took top honors in both dressage and trail and also placed third in western horsemanship and fourth in hunt seat. Additionally Robertson teamed up with Ava Siler, Lucy Siler, and Sidney Sillers to take second place in the in-hand obstacle relay. In the drill competition, the team of Madi Larabee, Brooklyn Lugo, Ava Siler and Lucy Siler took first place. Sisters had four top placers in the keyhole event as Larabee, Josie Berg, Hailee Kennedy, and Chloe Winter took third, fourth, sixth and 11th among 27 competitors. See EQUESTRIANS on page 22
Wilderness permit system to launch By Jim Cornelius Editor in Chief
As thousands more people come to Sisters Country each year looking for untrammeled wilderness experiences, the Forest Service is initiating a long-delayed permit system for some local trails. Reservations for the permits open at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, April 6, at w w w. R e c r e a t i o n . g o v. Enter “Central Cascades Wilderness.” Users are encouraged to go to the site before Tuesday and open an account. The limited-entry permit system for day and overnight use applies at 19 of the 79 trailheads across the Mount Jefferson, Mount Washington, and Three Sisters wilderness areas from the Friday before Memorial Day through the last Friday in September. Some permits will be available for the full season; others will be available on a rolling seven-day basis (see sidebar on page 23). “For those folks who want to be spontaneous, there will be permits (on an ongoing basis) and for those who want to plan ahead, permits will be available on April 6,” said Forest Service Spokesperson Jean Nelson-Dean.
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The Forest Service’s limited-entry permitting system launches April 6. It is designed to protect areas like Shale Lake near Mount Jefferson. “Not every trailhead will be the same,” she noted. “When it opens on April 6, they’ll see the actual number of permits available for each trailhead.” All campfires will be banned above 5,700 feet in Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Washington, and Three Sisters Wildernesses, as well as in some lower areas. The permit system was slated to go into effect last spring, but was pushed back due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The pandemic actually seems to have accelerated the trend that caused the Forest Service to inaugurate the program in the first place: more and more people hitting trails
in the Cascades. Certain trails have seen 15-20 percent increases in use each year, and the impacts — from simple wear and tear to garbage and waste left behind — have begun to materially affect the health of the forest and the quality of the wilderness experience. Nelson-Dean told The Nugget that the Tam McArthur Rim Trail has seen a 300-percent increase in use over the past five years, 20,000 trekking into the Three Sisters Wilderness from that trailhead annually. “Tam McArthur had been a sleeper sort of trail that See PERMITS on page 23
Letters/Weather ............... 2 Roundabout Sisters .......... 6 Events ............................. 11 Crossword ....................... 17 Page by Paige.................. 20 Meetings .......................... 3 Announcements...............10 Sisters Country Birds ....... 11 Classifieds................. 18-20 Real Estate .................21-24
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Analyzing Sisters’ roundabouts and traffic patterns To the Editor: The March 17 issue covered one of my favorite topics: roundabout(s) and Sisters’ traffic patterns. First of all, I believe roundabouts are wonderful. When the first one was built on the west end of town, I questioned whether or not
a simple, less-expensive option (traffic light) might have accomplished the same goal as the red-blinking light seemed to attest during the construction phase. But I came to believe with all the housing and other growth (and schools) it was probably the best means of assisting traffic flow. The article by Sue Stafford on March 17 was most enlightening, and while I agree with See LETTERS on page 17
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Uniquely united By Melody Carlson Guest Columnist
I think I was in fifth grade when I first heard the phrase: “America is a melting pot.” Being young and somewhat literal, I imagined all these diverse people from varying cultures and ethnicities swirling around in a huge caldron, simmering into a homogenous human stew. As an adult I’m not so sure I care for that metaphor. Sure, I appreciate the image of a united nation, but the idea of everyone boiling down to a conformity of sameness is unnerving. What does that mean for freedom of speech, freedom of thought, and personal rights? Must they be boiled down and homogenized as well? I believe we are uniquely created and that it’s our differences that make life interesting. Oh, sure, our differences can be aggravating at times. And recently they’ve felt divisive and sometimes even destructive. But does that lessen the value of individuality? Is that an excuse to challenge, monitor, or even silence opinions that don’t align with the popular mode of the day? As much as I love peace, I don’t want a faux peace if the price is cultural conformity. I was walking with a good friend the other day — a friend with a differing political perspective — and I happened to mention a book I’d just read about socialism and Antifa. Maybe I was curious as to her reaction — or just wanted to heat things up since it was cold outside. When my friend questioned why on earth I would read such a book, I expressed that I like being informed and that I love this country and care about its future. Not surprisingly, the conversation quickly grew animated. Was I suggesting she didn’t appreciate those same things? No, of course not, I assured her. But we
continued to banter back and forth a bit. And to be fair, it wasn’t our first disagreement over something political. But in the course of walking and talking — sometimes loudly — some listening took place. Finally, our walk over, we were back at my house. There we sat down by a warming fire and, over a calming glass of wine, we came back to terms. We remembered the things we both agree upon. Like our friendship! And my friend’s favorite mantra (and one that I deeply respect) “love wins.” And we agreed on my mantra (for the day) “the truth sets us free.” Mostly we agreed that, as friends, we love and respect each other, and it’s okay to disagree. We also agreed to keep the conversation going — without judgment. Because that’s what friends do. I believe that’s what community is meant to do, as well. Community, by definition, is people united together by region, occupation, interests, goals, etc. Sisters is a unique community in that almost everyone here has come from somewhere else. We are a diverse community of uniquely created individuals with differing backgrounds, cultures, experience, talents, and opinions. But to remain a strong and healthy community we need to be willing to engage and listen and, yes, even disagree sometimes. Hopefully with respect and nonjudgment and grace. Because like my friend’s mantra, love must win. Otherwise we all lose and we are no longer community. My hope and prayer for the community of Sisters (where my husband and I have invested more than a quarter century of our lifetimes) is that we will remain uniquely united — and continue to grow into this beautiful place that we are all grateful to call home.
Views expressed in this column are solely those of the writer and are not necessarily shared by the Editor or The Nugget Newspaper.
The geese are returning to Sisters Country, a leading indicator that spring really is upon us. PHOTO BY JERRY BALDOCK
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Americana Project alumni are invited to participate in a new Sisters Folk Festival video production.
SFF calling on alumni for input Sisters Folk Festival is seeking input and participation from Americana Project (AP) alumni who are interested in being included in a video highlighting creativity and the creative process. The finished program will be shown during the upcoming My Own Two Hands “Holding Hope” virtual art auction fundraiser in support of SFF’s mission, taking place May 10-15. After 21 years of offering the Americana Project and arts-related programming in partnership with the Sisters Schools, SFF is exploring the connection between creative programming and how young adults go on to use creativity throughout their lives. The program, started in the fall of 2000 as a collaboration between Sisters Folk Festival, Creative Educational Resources and the Sisters School District, has held classes at Sisters
High School every year since, teaching guitar playing, songwriting, performing, singing, and music engineering to young people. Creative Director Brad Tisdel notes that some alumni students have gone on to pursue work in creative fields, but no matter what their chosen career path, many are still using the creative process to inform decisions they make in their lives. AP alumni have participated in deep community engagement through the My Own Two Hands Art Auction and Community Arts Celebration, the Americana Song Academy and the Academy for Youth, the Americana Luthier Program (building handmade guitars and ukuleles), artist residencies and guest artists, art classes supported by the festival organization, and participation as staff and as artists
at the annual music festival. Some of the questions that will be explored in the video program are: How has creativity or the creative process informed decisions you have made, and what has been the impact on your life? What part does creativity play in your life now? How has creativity helped shape your life and who you are in it? What does the creative process teach us? SFF is asking alumni of the program to reflect on these questions and reach out to have their voice included. If you know someone who has participated in the related programs of Sisters Folk Festival or have yourself, share the link or complete the brief form at: https:// sistersfolkfestival.org/2021moth-video-information/. For more information, contact Creative Director Brad Tisdel at brad@ sistersfolkfestival.org.
The City of Sisters has allocated $40,000 to be granted to local businesses that have been severely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The City’s intent is to assist viable businesses that were temporarily closed due to public health restrictions. Many businesses were forced to adjust their operations and innovate new ways to reach their customer base, with unexpected expense to the business. The City hopes these awards will alleviate some financial strain and support their recovery. To be eligible for this
grant, the applicant business must: • Have a current City of Sisters business license. • Be a Sisters-based forprofit or nonprofit business. • Have been negatively impacted by COVID-19. • Have a net operating loss due to COVID-19 of 25 percent or greater (demonstrated by end of year financials for 2019 and 2020). Application details will be posted on Thursday, April 1 at www.sisterscountry. com. Applications must be fully complete and received no later than 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 6.
Sisters Habitat changes donation hours Starting Thursday, April 1, the Sisters Habitat for Humanity Thrift Store donation location will return to the backdoor of the “new” Thrift Store at 211 E. Cascade Ave. Donation hours have been changed to 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays to correspond with the ReStore’s donation hours. To drop off items at the Thrift Store, enter the alley between the Thrift Store and Oliver Lemon’s and park in a designated spot. You must
wear a face mask and carry your own items into the store. The ReStore is open for donations on Thursday, F r i d a y, a n d S a t u r d a y between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the 254 W. Adams Ave. location. No appointment is necessary. As at the Thrift Store, patrons must wear masks and carry their own items inside. Bring help if your item is heavy. For the safety of staff and volunteers, they are not allowed to carry items until further notice.
As the COVID-19 crisis continues to affect gatherings, please contact individual organizations for current meeting status
SISTERS AREA MEETING CALENDAR Council on Aging of Central Oregon Senior Lunch Tuesdays, noon, Sisters Al-Anon Mon., noon, by Zoom. / Thurs., Community Church. 541-480-1843. 10 a.m., Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran East of the Cascades Quilt Guild 4th Wednesday (September-June), Stitchin’ Church. 541-610-7383. Post. All are welcome. 541-549-6061. Alcoholics Anonymous Thurs. & Friends of the Sisters Library Board Sun., 7 p.m., Episcopal Church of the of Directors 2nd Tuesday, 9 to 11 a.m., Transfiguration / Sat., 8 a.m., Episcopal Sisters Library.www.sistersfol.com. Church of the Transfiguration / Mon., Go Fish Fishing Group 3rd Monday, 5 p.m., Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran 7 p.m. Sisters Community Church. All Church / Big Book study, Tues., noon, ages welcome. 541-771-2211. Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church / Heartwarmers (fleece blanketmakers) Gentlemen’s meeting, Wed., 7 a.m., 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 1 p.m., Sisters City Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church / Hall. Materials provided. 541-408-8505. Sober Sisters Women’s meeting, Thurs., Hero Quilters of Sisters Thursday, noon, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran 1 to 4 p.m. 541-668-1755. Church / Step & Tradition meeting, Fri., Citizens4Community, Let’s Talk noon, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran 3rd Monday, 5:30 to 8 p.m. RSVP at Church. 541-548-0440. citizens4community.com Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregiver Military Parents of Sisters Meetings Support Group 1st Tuesday, noon, are held quarterly; please call for details. SPRD bldg. 800-272-3900. 541-388-9013. Black Butte Ranch Bridge Club Oregon Band of Brothers – Sisters Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., BBR community Chapter Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m., room. Partner required. 541-595-6236. Takoda’s Restaurant. 541-549-6469. SAGE (Senior Activities, Gatherings Central Oregon Fly Tyers Guild & Enrichment) Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. For Saturday meeting dates and to 4 p.m. at Sisters Park & Recreation location, email: steelefly@msn.com. District. 541-549-2091. Central OR Spinners and Weavers Sisters Aglow Lighthouse Guild One Saturday per month, Jan. 4th Saturday, 10 a.m., meeting by thru Oct. For schedule: 541-639-3217. Zoom. 503-930-6158.
BOARDS, GROUPS, CLUBS
Sisters Area Photography Club 2nd Wednesday, 4 p.m., meeting by Zoom. 541-549-6157.
Sisters Speak Life Cancer Support Group 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 1 p.m. Suttle Tea. 503-819-1723.
Sisters Area Woodworkers 1st Tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m. 541-639-6216.
Sisters Trails Alliance Board 1st Monday, 5 p.m. Sisters Library. Public welcome. 808-281-2681.
Sisters Astronomy Club 3rd Tuesday, 7 p.m., SPRD. 541-549-8846.
Sisters Veterans Thursdays, noon, Takoda’s Restaurant. 541-903-1123. Sisters Bridge Club In-person gathering suspended until further notice. Three Sisters Irrigation District For free online bridge info, Board of Directors 1st Tuesday, call Barbara 541-914-6322. 4 p.m., TSID Office. 541-549-8815. Sisters Caregiver Support Group 3rd Tues., 10:30 a.m., The Lodge in Sisters. 541-771-3258.
Three Sisters Lions Club 2nd Tuesday, noon, Ray’s Food Place community room. 541-419-1279.
Sisters Cribbage Club Please call for details. 541-923-1632.
VFW Post 8138 and American Legion Post 86 1st Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Sisters City Hall. 541-903-1123.
Sisters Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors 4th Tuesday, 6 p.m. Location information: 541-549-1193. Sisters Kiwanis Thursdays, 7 to 8:30 a.m., Brand 33 Restaurant at Aspen Lakes. 541-410-2870.
Weight Watchers Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. weigh-in, Sisters Community Church. 541-602-2654.
SCHOOLS
Sisters Parent Teacher Community 2nd Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. at Sisters Saloon. 541-480-5994.
Black Butte School Board of Directors 2nd Tuesday, 3:45 p.m., Black Butte School. 541-595-6203.
Sisters Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting by Zoom. 541-668-6599.
Sisters School District Board of Directors One Wed. monthly, SSD Admin Bldg. See schedule online at www.ssd6.org. 541-549-8521 x5002.
Sisters Red Hats 1st Friday. Location information: 541-279-1977. Sisters Rotary 1st and 3rd Thursdays, Noon, Aspen Lakes. 541-760-5645.
Sisters Middle School Parent Collaboration Team 1st Tuesday, 2 p.m., SMS. 541-610-9513.
CITY & PARKS Sisters City Council 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Sisters City Hall. 541-549-6022. Sisters Park & Recreation District Board of Directors 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m., SPRD bldg. 541-549-2091. Sisters Planning Commission 3rd Thursday, 5:30 p.m., Sisters City Hall. 541-549-6022.
FIRE & POLICE Black Butte Ranch Police Dept. Board of Directors Meets monthly. 541-595-2191 for time & date. Black Butte Ranch RFPD Board of Directors 4th Thursday, 9 a.m., Black Butte Ranch Fire Station. 541-595-2288. Cloverdale RFPD Board of Directors 3rd Wed., 5:30 p.m., 67433 Cloverdale Rd. 541-548-4815. cloverdalefire.com. Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD Board of Directors 3rd Tuesday, 5 p.m., Sisters Fire Hall, 541-549-0771. Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD Drills Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Sisters Fire Hall, 301 S. Elm St. 541-549-0771. This listing is for regular Sisters Country meetings; email information to lisa@nuggetnews.com
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Outlaws football falls to the Vikings By Rongi Yost Correspondent
The Outlaws lost 36-19 on the road at Siuslaw on Friday, March 25. Sisters’ defense had a good start and stopped Siuslaw on a fourth-down attempt to gain possession of the ball in Viking territory. The Outlaws drive stalled at the 10-yard line, but Sean Alvarez drilled a 27-yard kick through the uprights to put Sisters on top 3-0. Siuslaw took possession and, after a long 11-play drive, scored on a pass due to broken coverage. They were good on the two-point conversion and at the close of the first quarter held an 8-3 advantage over the Outlaws. In the second, a bad snap on an Outlaws punt gave the Vikings good field position, and they scored again. They made the two-point conversion, and extended their lead to 16-3. Later, Sisters drove the ball to the midfield, but were forced to punt. Siuslaw put together a 91-yard drive, and took it into the endzone for the score, and a 22-3 lead to end the half. The Outlaws played much better on both sides of the ball in the second half, particularly on offense. Sisters took the opening kick of the second half, and drove 78 yards for the score on a 30-yard run by Wyatt Maffey. A tough run by fullback Hunter Spor for the twopoint conversion narrowed the gap to 11-22. Siuslaw answered back with another
touchdown, but Sisters was able to stop the two-point conversion attempt. At the close of the third quarter the Outlaws trailed 28-11. The Outlaws got another touchdown in the fourth on a two-yard run by Hayden Sharp and got the two-point conversion on a three-yard quarterback run up the middle by Griffin Gardner. Siuslaw scored late in the fourth on a short run, got the two-point conversion, and posted the win. Coach Gary Thorson noted Gardner’s offensive effort, and also Maffey, who did a nice job at middle linebacker. Thorson told The Nugget that the Outlaws defense struggled against the Vikings option attack all night long, and had multiple breakdowns on assignment, which gave the Vikings some big plays and extended several of their drives. On the flip side, Thorson was pleased with the Outlaws’ effort. “We did a good job offensively moving the ball, particularly in the second half,” said Thorson. “We were very proud of how the guys played in the second half after giving such a big lead early in the game and facing that deficit at halftime. Our lack of depth hurts us at times, but it has been an opportunity to get a lot of kids on the field and that is fun to see.” The Outlaws will play their last game of the season at home against La Pine on Friday, April 2.
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Boys tennis team seeks recruits
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By Rongi Yost Correspondent
The boys tennis team is looking for more players to round out their roster. They currently just have five signed up, and only two with previous tennis experience. Anyone interested can sign up at www.familyid. com and, if a student is already involved in a sport, the information will automatically transfer. In addition, there are no fees for playing athletics this year. Tennis practice will start the first day students are back from spring break, Monday, April 5. Players will be able to join anytime that week, or even later if needed. Coach Carl Click told The Nugget the team will take all levels of players, no matter their experience. New players will be taught the game, which can become a lifelong sport. If students don’t have a tennis racket of their own, loaner rackets are available to get players started. Click added the program will be a short commitment, as they have a shortened season this year, which will end mid-May.
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be going directly to FAN. The team would like to thank the community for its generous support and commitment to giving back! We are truly amazed at the willingness of the community to support the cause even in the midst of a global pandemic. There will be many stories to tell of these challenging days, but this one speaks of the extraordinary light and joy that comes from helping each other, especially in the dark times. Special thanks to Ray’s Food Place for donating bread, and Sisters Community Church for donating the venue.
The Sisters High School Mr. SHS Pageant Team would like to share our gratitude for all of the Sisters Country support of our recent Pasta Feed and Auction. The team hosted a delivery-style pasta feed on Sunday night, March 21, to raise money for Family Access Network (FAN) of Sisters. With the help of contestants, coordinators, parents, and teachers, they prepared and delivered about 440 meals that community members bought tickets for. All of the proceeds from the meals, the online auction, and donations, raised over $15,000 — all of which will
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Lady Outlaws dismantle opponents on hardwood set. Sisters struggled and had numerous unforced errors. The Outlaws got behind and tried to make a run at the end when Anessa Stotts served five straight points, but the Storm held on for the win. Sisters regrouped and were back on track in the fourth set. They limited their unforced errors, capitalized on Summit’s errors, and posted the win. Davis led the Outlaws with 26 kills, followed by Sophie Silva, who finished with 13. Natalie Sitz added nine kills, and Ellie Rush recorded 37 assists. “Summit is a fantastic program that has competed at an extremely high level over recent years,” said Coach Rory Rush. “We have the utmost respect for their program, so to be able to compete hard tonight and come away with a win is a great building block for this unique and challenging shortened season. We take great pride in playing larger schools each year as a sharpening tool to
By Rongi Yost Correspondent
The Lady Outlaws continue to dominate play on the volleyball court. Last week, the red-hot squad posted two more wins: a 25-18, 25-10, 20-25, 25-19 victory over Summit at home on Monday, March 22, and on Thursday they swept Philomath at home with scores of 25-6, 25-16, 25-11. In Monday’s match Greta Davis served six straight points to push the Outlaws to a 14-4 lead over Summit. The Storm rallied and tried to close the lead but Sisters held them off with strong defense and a quick offense to win the first set. Summit was out of rhythm in the second set. Sisters served strong and the visitors just couldn’t get in system. The Outlaws had two serving runs in the set, a fourpoint serving run by Natalie Sitz and a five-point run by Sydney Myhre. The tide turned in the third
ready us for our tough league schedule. Tonight was an important step in our growth as a team.” The Outlaws handled Philomath in three quick sets. Sitz served 10 in a row in set one to take Sisters to an 18-8 lead. The Warriors struggled to pass and the Outlaws all served well. Davis finished the set with seven kills. In the second set the score went back and forth, and Sisters pulled away at the end for the win. Ellie Rush served the first eight points of the third set to put the Outlaws up 8-0 and, when they pulled to a 22-10 advantage, Coach Rush subbed out the seniors and put in the bench. “The seniors received a standing ovation and it was like a passing of the guard,” said Rush. “It was an emotional and very sweet moment.” The Outlaws were scheduled to play at Stayton on Monday, March 29, then wrap up their season at Sweet Home on Wednesday, March 31.
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Senior Ellie Rush sets the ball against Philomath.
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Prior to Thursday’s volleyball game against Philomath, the Outlaws honored their five seniors: Natalie Sitz, Tatum Sitz, Sophie Silva, Anessa Stotts, and Ellie Rush. Coach Rory Rush said that all five have been a joy to coach, and will be missed next year. Natalie Sitz is a positive leader on the floor for the Outlaws and always sets an example of hard work and consistency for her teammates. She’s become one of their best servers and has established herself as a threat in the front row. Tatum Sitz has not been able to play volleyball this year due to concussions, but has relished her role as team manager. Rush said that Tatum is a great example of what it means to persevere when life takes turns we aren’t expecting. Rush added that Tatum is a constant cheerleader and her positivity is infectious. Silva is very athletic and she brings energy to the floor that the Outlaws rely on every match. She is competitive
and always encourages those around her to work hard. Sisters can always count on Sophie to put the ball down when they need it. Rush said that Silva always knows what the team needs, whether it is a word of encouragement or a joke to relax everyone in the huddle. Stotts has worked hard this year and has established herself as a steady force in the back row. She’s become a consistent passer, which has allowed the Outlaws to run their fast-paced offense. Rush noted that Anessa is the first to celebrate and the first to have a positive word for her teammates. Ellie Rush is the Lady Outlaws quiet leader on the floor. She directs the offense, encourages her hitters,
and makes sure things run smoothly on the court. She’s the calm one that players look to when things aren’t working, and the one they look to to control the game in intense situations. Coach Rush stated that Ellie sees the floor extremely well and always makes sure she gives her team the plays they need. She’s a great leader with court sense and a calm demeanor.
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SISTERS Bill Bartlett Columnist
Forest health and safety For the better part of a year, I walked my golden retriever, Robbie, four or five mornings a week to McDonald’s where I could get a good cup of joe for a buck and Robbie, being a registered therapy dog, could work his magic on the usual six or so homeless folk emerging from the forest. They’d be headed to Mainline Market for their daily stock-up. Our journey began at North Pine and Forest Service Road 100 and ended at a dogleg path on the western edge of Ponderosa Inn. We ended the walks a few months back when the combination of broken glass, food leftovers, and human fecal matter made it too risky or tempting for a retriever. “Hygiene, trash, and sanitation complaints surrounding homeless encampments in the forest are on the rise, but not necessarily the number of campers themselves,” says Ian Reid, Sisters District Ranger for the Deschutes National Forest. “It’s a complex issue,” he adds and explains deftly the mission and limitations of the Forest Service in policing — my term, not his — the forest. Reid categorizes technically illegal campers into three groups. Those who choose a lifestyle of living semi-permanently off the grid; those homeless and jobless; and those homeless but with minimum wage or
entry-level jobs performing essential work such as foodservice workers or motelroom cleaners for a tourismbased economy. Reid is clear that it is not in the Forest Service charter to pick up trash or manage homelessness. He is also clear that his office wants to be at the table — but not alone — in helping to formulate good public policy that keeps the forest safe and healthy while addressing the underlying causes that drive people to making the forest their home, even temporarily. The pervasive problem of homeless encampments happens closest to town so that campers can be near essential services of food, water, and — in some cases — in walking distance to a job. To illustrate the complicated nature of the problem, Reid cites a man living in the woods in his Tesla. He’s a displaced high-tech worker whose job was a victim of the pandemic. As Sisters has grown with housing developments on the forest’s edge, more citizens are aware of the encampments that are often sanitation nightmares. Hikers sometimes have to reroute themselves to avoid encountering sites that they perceive as frightening, especially to solo women joggers. It is not uncommon for these camps to have a tethered or loose dog taking a defensive posture. The Forest Service has its own law-enforcement officers, armed and with arrest
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powers, who can take offenders into custody. Nobody will be cuffed and hauled off to Bend unless that person has felony warrants or commits a felony. Violating camping regulations will result in a citation. Campers of any kind cannot exceed 14 days in any one location on public lands, after which they must move a minimum of five miles to a new site. It is this rule that is the most problematic. Some camping structures such as the one pictured — in place since November — appear not to have an adequate vehicle to move them, which makes one wonder how they got there in the first place. Likewise, abandoned vehicles on public lands is challenging, says Reid. “We do not have the resources per se to remove them and it’s a process to take legal ownership of vacated property to then be able to dispose of it.” Sisters Ranger District is
325,000 acres but the complaints center around a few hot spots — just west of North Pine, FS 4606 (Brooks Scanlon Road), Tollgate and Crossroads subdivisions. Reid and some of his team volunteer for occasional cleanup efforts. In their last foray they collected hundreds of pounds of trash, including drug paraphernalia. There is a hazmat line that cannot be crossed: picking up needles or feces, the latter of which is the most offensive to trail users who otherwise sound sympathetic to the problem and supportive of the Forest Service being handicapped by mandates and funding. The next opportunity for citizens to pitch in
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Detroit, Longtime Sisters doctor shifts her practice battered by wildfires, has a new worry By Jim Cornelius Editor in Chief
The mayor of Detroit, Oregon, is worried that a plan to lower the risk of a large earthquake causing the nearby dam to fail will hurt its tourist industry. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which has determined that a large earthquake could cause the spillway gates of the Detroit Dam to buckle, resulting in massive flooding, has announced it will try to minimize the danger by reducing the maximum height of the lake by five feet starting in April. The nearby town of Detroit was heavily damaged by a wildfire last year. It depends on visitors coming to enjoy the lake to help revive the economy. The mitigation measure could affect boat ramp access to the lake. “Unfortunately, five feet is huge for us,” Detroit Mayor Jim Trett told the Salem Statesman Journal. “We’re disappointed. This is a critical year for us to get people back up here.“ Impacts on boat ramps will depend on weather conditions, with availability likely reduced by less than one week in some years to up to 20 days in others, the Corps said. One ramp could possibly be out of commission for up to a month. “The availability of marinas and boat ramps located in the higher portions of the reservoir will be reduced by zero to 19 days,” said Corps spokesman Edward “Tom” Conning. “In 50 percent of years modeled, boat ramp availability for seven of the nine boat ramps are likely to be reduced by less than one week.” The Corps said it continues to evaluate the seismic performance of the spillway and other components of the dam to determine if longterm modifications or changes to operations will be necessary.
After 20 years caring for patients in Sisters as a general practitioner at High Lakes Health Care, Dr. Eden Miller is shifting her practice to focus on her area of special expertise: diabetes care. That specialty has earned Dr. Miller — who was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in medical school — an international reputation; she has traveled the world lecturing and sharing her expertise and experience with the increasingly prevalent disease. In what she describes as “a lateral move,” Dr. Eden is now practicing in Bend in a smaller practice model titled Diabetes and Obesity Care. The clinic will operate four days a week with Dr. Miller and PA Stacy Caldwell, with Fridays devoted to research. One of the research projects will involve a trial of a continuous glucose-monitoring device. Such devices, Dr. Miller believes, have the potential to “revolutionize diabetes care” by giving patients realtime information that allows them to have more control over their own disease. “You can’t make meaningful decisions if you don’t
know your glucose at the time,” Dr. Miller said. Continuous monitoring allows patients to understand how exercise, food, sleep, and stress affect their diabetes. The program is recruiting candidates for the trial through June for people 18 years of age and older with Type 2 diabetes who are not taking insulin. For more information, contact Kasey Nothiger at 541-639-2517. Such projects are an example of the way Dr. Miller hopes to “marry what I do in the office and out of the office.” She says she’s not leaving general practice patients behind; the shift in focus simply aligns with the evolution of her work and allows her and her husband, Dr. Kevin Miller (who is staying at High Lakes Health Care), to continue to stay in Central Oregon. “The current work I’m doing in the U.S. and internationally kind of leads me to going into a different arena,” she said. “We felt like this was home and we could keep it home. A lot of thought went into it. It wasn’t a fast decision.” According to High Lakes, Dr. Kevin Miller and David Kirkpatrick, PA-C will
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Dr. Kevin Miller and David Kirkpatrick will help facilitate … diabetic care with Kelsey Perfect as seamlessly as possible.” In a note to patients, Eden said, “I consider all of you more than just patients, but rather friends. As we all know, closing chapters of our lives can be challenging, but I am looking forward to new ones and the opportunities they can bring.” For Dr. Miller, the opportunity is to work with a high level of intensity and focus in a field in which her passions and her expertise and her life experience intersect. “It’s work,” she said. “I won’t deny it. It’s work but it doesn’t feel like work.” She said that it is immensely satisfying “to be working at the top of (her) training… I’m really coming home with all the stuff I’ve learned.” Diabetes and Obesity Care is located at 185 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr., Ste. 111, in Bend. For more information call 541-388-6789.
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Boys soccer has rough week By Rongi Yost Correspondent
The boys soccer squad suffered losses in both their games last week: a 1-3 loss at Philomath on Tuesday, March 23, and a 0-7 loss to Summit on Thursday. Injuries and spring break absences were a factor, as the Outlaws had to play with a short roster. Tuesday’s game against Philomath was played on the turf at Crescent Valley High School. The Outlaws scored first in the 15th minute of the match. Freshman Bryan Riemer played a beautiful ball behind the Warriors defense to a charging Ricky Huffman, who kicked it in for the score. The lone goal of the contest was the bright spot of the night for the Outlaws. Coach Jeff Hussman noted Riemer’s play. “Bryan has been such a nice surprise to our team,” he said. “He is a very skilled and creative player, and he has adjusted quite well, not only to a new school, but to a new community having recently moved from Columbia. The team really enjoys his
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just a day prior to the game. The Outlaws scrambled and were able to schedule a game against 6A Summit. It turned out to be a very lopsided match. The Storm is one of the strongest teams in the state, and the Outlaws took some hard knocks. Summit scored early and the Outlaws were never able to maintain possession of the ball. Hussman told The Nugget they had no choice but to put all 11 players behind the ball and let the Storm bring their offense to them. “It can be very frustrating and exhausting as a player when you have no option but to hunker in and play defense,” said Hussman. “You can only play defense so long against a strong team like Summit.” Freshman Austin Dean stepped in as goalkeeper for the game, as Alvarez played as a center back in defense rather than keeper. Hussman said he did an outstanding job. “Austin is a natural athlete and aggressive in goal,” said Hussman. “This was
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Lady Outlaws split on soccer pitch By Rongi Yost Correspondent
The girls soccer squad split their games last week — a 0-2 loss at home against Philomath on Tuesday, March 23, followed by a 2-1 win at Sweet Home on Thursday. The Lady Outlaws played a hard physical game against Philomath in Tuesday’s matchup. They suffered two injuries that disrupted their play. Within the first 10 minutes of the first half, Anya Shockley went out with a shoulder injury, and in the second half Oly Thorson went out with a knee injury. The loss changed the dynamics and affected the Outlaws’ play. At the half, the score was even 0-0, but Philomath scored twice in the second half for the win. In the first half of the game against Sweet Home, the Huskies scored on a corner kick. Sisters had some miscommunication and lacked a sense of urgency to clear the ball which resulted in the Huskies scoring inside the six-yard box. At the half the Outlaws were down 0-1. Sisters played with good control in the second half, and at the 10-minute mark Tatem Cramer crossed the ball to the middle to Hollie Lewis, who settled the ball, dribbled, and finished into the lower right to tie the game at 1-1.
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The Lady Outlaws fought against Philomath in a tough 2-0 loss. Lewis scored the Outlaws’ final goal with just 14 seconds left on the clock. Maggie Lutz passed the ball up to Hollie, who chipped the keeper about 25 yards out and sent the ball into the upper left over the keeper’ s head. Several players made big contributions. Maddie Symonds and Maggie Lutz played a strong game in the back, and did a good job getting forward to help the offense. Isabelle Schiller and Marley Holden worked well together at center midfield with controlled passes, and Lewis’ speed and relentlessness up front helped the Outlaws get the win. Cramer played a physical game and recorded an assist. Coach Brian Holden said,
“Considering the amount of injuries, I’m proud of the girls for playing different positions they’re not used to and finishing the game to the very end. They controlled the pace of the game and the tempo of the game with controlled passes on the ground.” The Outlaws were to play at home against Cascade on Tuesday, March 30. They will wrap up their season on Thursday, April 1, at Newport.
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A N N O U N C E M E N T S Veterans Meeting
The VFW and American Legion are having a meeting at the quonset hut (The Hangar) on W. McKinney Butte Rd. on Wednesday, April 7 at 6:30 p.m. All veterans in the area are encouraged to join! For more information call Lance Trowbridge at 541-903-1123.
Sisters Community Garden
The Sisters Community Garden has raised-bed garden plots available for the 2021 gardening season. Application materials and information are available on the garden’s website, SistersCommunityGarden.org. For additional information, call 541-410-3896
Free Rides for Vaccinations
Sisters Transportation and Ride Share (STARS) is booking free, nonemergency medical rides and deliveries Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with rides available Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. At least 48 hours advance notice is required. STARS is booking free COVID vaccine rides Monday through Friday with rides available 7 days a week. If no answer when requesting a vaccine ride, please leave your name and number and a dispatcher will call you back promptly to book your ride. Rides are based on volunteer driver availability, but people needing rides to vaccination sites are being given special attention. STARS dispatcher number for all rides is 541-904-5545.
Sisters Library Children’s Activities
Deschutes Public Library is offering virtual events and takehome activities for children. On Tuesdays at 10 a.m. join community librarians and other preschoolers for songs, rhymes, stories and fun. Online story time is live at 10 a.m. on Thursdays, where children can develop literacy skills and join in music and movement. Parents, don’t miss the opportunity to pick up a story time activity kit for your preschooler at Sisters Library on Thursdays starting at noon. Available while supplies last. Go to www.deschuteslibrary.org/kids/ programs or call 541-312-1032 for more info.
Sisters Elementary School Kindergarten Roundup
Sisters Elementary School (SES) will hold the annual Kindergarten Roundup preregistration on Friday, April 16. Please sign up by going to the district website at www.ssd6.org. Due to COVID, we are requesting one parent and one child per appointment. Children who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2021 are eligible for the 2021-22 school year. Enrollment forms may be picked up at the SES office between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. The school will be closed March 22 through April 1 for spring break. Forms need to be completed and returned to the school office on April 16 at the time of your scheduled appointment. The following documents are required to register: enrollment packet; copy of birth certificate; immunization records. Students will not be registered until all three forms are returned. Info: 541-549-8981.
Sisters Woodlands Neighborhood Meeting
A neighborhood meeting/open house will be held for the Sisters Woodlands Development on Wed., March 31 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. via a Zoom online meeting. Please email Woodlands@ buildllc.com to request the virtual meeting information and link. Alternatively, if you are not able to join the meeting but wish to request project information, please contact the team at the above email. Sisters Woodlands is a 35-acre development located in the heart of Sisters, on land previously owned by the U.S. Forest Service.
Free Weekly Grab-N-Go Lunches For Seniors
The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is serving seniors (60+) free Grab-N-Go lunches on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays each week. The lunches are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis drive-through style from 12 to 12:30 p.m. at the Sisters Community Church, 1300 W. Mckenzie Hwy. Seniors may drive through the parking lot and pick up a meal each day of service. Come on by, no need to make a reservation. Info: 541-678-5483.
Sisters History Museum Now Open
Sisters History Museum is open at the historical Wakefield Building, 410 E. Cascade St. (corner of Larch) on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entry is free, with private tours on other days by appointment. The public is invited to visit the exhibits on Sisters-area history, gift shop and bookstore. The museum welcomes new volunteers (training provided) and book donations (all genre). Books can be dropped off at the porch during open hours Friday and Saturday or by prearrangement. Email: threesistershistoricalsociety@ gmail.com. or leave message at 541-904-0585.
Weekly Food Pantry
Wellhouse Church has a weekly food pantry on Thursdays. Food is currently being distributed drive-through style from 12:30 until all food is distributed at the Wellhouse Market building, 222 N. Trinity Way. People in need of food may drive through the parking lot and pick up a bag of food for their household. Other Sisters-area churches are joining with Wellhouse Church to contribute both financially and with volunteers to help sustain the program. For more information, please call 541-549-4184.
Council on Aging of Central Oregon and Legal Aid Services of Oregon are working together to offer legal services to lowincome older adults living in Central Oregon. These services are provided to adults 60 years and older with preference to those in greatest social and economic need, with particular attention to low-income, minority and frail individuals. The next legal assistance sessions will be held virtually or by telephone April 12-15, specific days and times TBD by individual attorney offices. There are 5 client appointments available for each location and are limited to 30 minutes each. To make an appointment in Sisters or Bend call Bonnie Hall at 541-678-5483.
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SISTERS-AREA CHURCHES Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (ELCA) 386 N. Fir Street • 541-549-5831 10 a.m. Sunday Worship www.shepherdofthehillslutheranchurch.com Sisters Community Church (Nondenominational) 1300 W. McKenzie Hwy. • 541-549-1201 10 a.m. Sunday Worship www.sisterschurch.com • info@sisterschurch.com St. Edward the Martyr Roman Catholic Church 123 Trinity Way • 541-549-9391 5:30 p.m. Saturday Vigil Mass 9 a.m. Sunday Mass • 8 a.m. Monday-Friday Mass Calvary Church (NW Baptist Convention) 484 W. Washington St., Ste. C & D • 541-588-6288 10 a.m. Sunday Worship • www.ccsisters.org The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 452 Trinity Way • Branch President, 541-420-5670; 10 a.m. Sunday Sacrament Meeting Baha’i Faith Currently Zoom meetings: devotions, course trainings, informational firesides. Local contact Shauna Rocha 541-647-9826 • www.bahai.org or www.bahai.us
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Oregon lawmakers mull bill to Sisters Country birds put race on voter registration By Douglas Beall Correspondent
SALEM (AP) — State lawmakers in Oregon are considering a bill that would give residents the option of providing their racial identity, ethnicity, and language preference when registering to vote. Those backing the measure say the publicly available data would allow for stronger engagement with voters of color and would make it easier for state and local elections officials to address racial inequity in voting access, the Statesman Journal reported Friday. “Right now, because we do not collect this data, we do not have a clear picture of how well voting populations across the state are served by the systems that we have,” said Rep. Khanh Pham, D-Portland, the chief sponsor of House Bill 2745 during its first public hearing Thursday. Similar data is already collected in fields including education and healthcare to improve outcomes in different demographic groups, and the same should be done for the state’s elections, Pham said. Providing demographic information would be voluntary. Oregonians currently have four ways to register to vote, and the bill would require that the option of providing race, ethnicity, and preferred language information be available in each manner. Eight states already collect similar data via voter registration. During a committee
hearing, House Republican Leader Christine Drazan, R-Canby, questioned the need for the information to be public if the intent is to simply study participation. No one spoke in opposition of the bill during testimony or public comment Thursday. “So, is this a (get out the vote) bill for targeting minority populations? What are we going for here? Are we trying to turn out voters?” Drazan asked, according to the newspaper. Pham, a former community organizer, said the goal would be to make sure potential voters in underserved communities know what they’re voting on, especially in their own language. The bill would dovetail with another before state lawmakers that would require voter pamphlets to be translated into four or five of the most spoken non-English languages in the state. Michelle Hicks, of the Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon, noted that the state has consistently been on the leading edge of voter-access issues, including passing automatic voter registration and vote by mail. This proposal is in line with that history, she said. “By allowing more Oregonians to self-identify, we’re able to further empower the state and community-led organizations to connect with voters in a deeper and more meaningful way,” Hicks said. Additional action on the bill has not yet been scheduled.
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Deschutes Public Library: Changing Climates and Wildlife - A Climate-Altered Future 6 p.m. Hear about ongoing research into the ways changing climate influences wildlife from John McLaughlin, Ph.D., associate professor at Huxley College of the Environment. Go to www.deschuteslibrary. org/calendar/. Deschutes Public Library: Joshua Tree National Park Ranger Talk 6:30 p.m. Learn about this unique desert ecosystem with National Park Service Rangers. Go to www. deschuteslibrary.org/calendar/. Paulina Springs Books Virtual Event 6:30 p.m. Jonathan Meiburg will discuss the world’s smartest birds of prey from his book, “A Most Remarkable Creature.” For info call 541-549-0866 or go to www.paulinaspringsbooks.com. Paulina Springs Books Virtual Event 6:30 p.m. Ethan Rutherford & Paul Yoon will engage in conversation about their short story collections. For info call 541-549-0866 or go to www. paulinaspringsbooks.com. Paulina Springs Books Virtual Event 6:30 p.m. Tony Hiss will discuss his book,“Rescuing the Planet,” along with ecologist Lauren Oakes and the nonprofit Adventure Scientists. For info call 541-549-0866 or go to www.paulinaspringsbooks.com.
Evening grosbeaks (Coccothraustes vespertinus) are returning to Central Oregon now in search of seeds and possible nesting sights. They were erroneously named by Midwest settlers in the 1800s, because they thought the birds only came out in the evening to sing. Nomadic by nature, the French Americans named them wandering grosbeaks. They travel in flocks, gracing the air with clear ringing chirps, descending to treetops or bird feeders to enjoy seeds and nuts or tree buds. The evening grosbeak is a songbird without a song, it does not seem to use any complex sounds to attract a mate or defend territory. They choose a nest site in the upper canopies and the female builds the nest and lays two to five light blue eggs which incubate for 12-14 days and the chicks leave the nest in 13-14 days. They are fed insects, seeds,
PHOTO BY DOUGLAS BEALL
Evening grosbeaks can be found in ponderosa, cottonwood, and alder trees in Sisters. and young tree buds until able to find foods on their own. Not much is known about their breeding habits as they are wary and nest mostly in high-altitude spruce trees. The male’s bill becomes greenish in spring and matches the color of spruce buds. In the past, flocks of evening grosbeaks
have approached 10,000 individuals feeding in the treetops of the Willamette Valley. In Sisters they prefer ponderosa, cottonwood, and alder trees. A group of grosbeaks are known as a “gross” of grosbeaks. For more evening grosbeak photos, visit http://abird singsbecauseithasasong. com/recent-journeys.
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Working with high school girls, Schulte’s heart knows some of the pain they’re going through.
inspired a teaching career By Katy Yoder | Correspondent
MJ Schulte graduated from Sisters High School 10 years ago. Now she’s a teacher at Rosland Elementary School in La Pine. Her passion for teaching and helping young people fuels her efforts to impact their lives in a positive way. She knows having supportive and understanding adults in a young person’s life can help them through all kinds of hardship. “A large reason why I’m where I am today is school and that community. I applied for the masbecause I grew up in Sisters,” she told The Nugget. ter’s program at OSU Cascades and did that the “From becoming a teacher, the things I enjoy doing, next year, and now here I am.” This is Schulte’s third year teaching in La Pine and the person I ended up marrying — everything in my life is from growing up in Sisters,” said Schulte. and the first year she truly felt like, “Yeah, I can do this for a long time.” She started out in second Her desire to teach started in high school. “Daniel O’Neill took me under his wing,” she grade and followed her class into third grade. “The first two years were really hard, with a said. “I was inspired by the way he taught and made me feel as a student. Because of him, I knew challenging population,” she said. “I love working with kids that need me not only academically, but I wanted to be a high school math teacher.” Schulte’s journey to becoming a teacher had also on a human, personal, and physical level. They need access to food every day, clean clothes, and so some sideroads and adjustments. “I went to the University of Oregon as a math many other things out of their reach. I have really major, which I now see as a bold move on my part,” enjoyed that.” Those first few years, Schulte says she often said Schulte at her home in Bend. Her freshman came home and cried. year, she decided the major wasn’t a good fit. “I told my husband, Evan, that I needed to get a “Being a math major, there’s no studying in education, it’s just all math classes. So I switched to new job.” Last year, Schulte had to adjust to teaching journalism, thinking I could write about the outdoors and be a photo journalist. I worked for the remotely. Schulte is glad her students are back in the classRegister Guard in Eugene after doing an internship room. Some of her students weren’t able to join class with them.” Schulte couldn’t pay the bills with just her new remotely, and missed a lot of school. Now they’re job, so she also worked as a part-time bartender. back, and she’s helping them catch up to their peers. Over that six-month period, she was having some Learning how to manage and meet her students’ personal struggles, and also began feeling that jour- individual needs required having trusting relationships with students who often experience trauma. nalism wasn’t a healthy lifestyle for her. “I feel like I’ve turned the corner,” she said. “My She chose to leave her job and move in with her classroom management is parents in Bend. better and I’m enjoying it a “I got myself healthy and, I got myself healthy and in lot more.” in that time, realized that She’s found a way to supteaching could be my way that time, realized that teaching port students as individuals to serve.” Schulte got a job while meeting the needs of at Bear Creek Elementary could be my way to serve. the rest of the class. School as an educational “That’s been the biggest assistant teaching math — MJ Schulte challenge,” Schulte said. groups. “I still love that
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MJ Schulte in her classroom at Rosland Elementary School. “What helped me the most was building relationships with those students, including my hardest kids. I love them and would do anything for them. Those kids need us. This year I have a full-time teaching partner which is much appreciated and helps a lot.” Schulte competed in multiple sports while in Sisters, including volleyball. Now, she’s coaching in the sport. “Coaching has been a whirlwind and I love it,” she said. “This year’s been crazy. Usually volleyball is a fall sport, so normally, I would have been done with it now. Because of the pandemic, here I am going into spring break with volleyball games. It’s really fun working with the girls. But it makes for long, 14-hour days with my commute to Bend. When I get there and I’m in the game, I’m so into it and I know this is what I’m supposed to do. It’s exhausting but I love it. COVID has made all of it such a rollercoaster.”
“I went through several years with an eating disorder in college and after college,” she said. “That’s what really brought me back to teaching, I want to empower anyone, especially teenaged girls and boys, who can be so susceptible to societal pressures and social media. It’s heartbreaking.” Recently, Schulte opened up about her eating disorder on Instagram. “I’m beginning to feel comfortable talking about it publicly,” she said. “By sharing my story, and how I feel about my relationship with food and exercise, maybe that will help someone. I was in Traders Joe’s and took a picture of the words ‘reduced guilt’ written on a bag of chips. I wonder why we have to relate guilt to any food? I have a totally different view and philosophy on that now. I wish I’d had information when I was going through it. I didn’t hear anyone talking about it and it felt like there was no one I could relate to. It was very isolating and it shouldn’t be.” For those looking for support for an eating disorder, Schulte suggests visiting the website www.nationaleatingdisorders.org. Schulte says it’s heartbreaking to see the emotional toll that can be seen in some kids. She wants to help them build resiliency, so they can move through their challenges and thrive. “I push them to help them. I’m not a soft teacher, and hold a hard line with my kids,” she said. “I have a lot of structure in my classroom. I know it works, and they need that. I’m seeing good results. We have to meet them where they are. “I wish we could have more mental-health support in the schools. I hope in the next five years we’ll see that happen. It would have such a positive impact. I don’t physically have the time to be a nurse, counselor, and janitor, while also teaching the rest of the class.”
MJ has overcame an eating disorder and now wants to empower youth. She opened up about her journey on Instagram to try to help others.
Maintaining a work/life balance is important to Schulte and her husband, Evan Samuelson, who is a phlebotomist and is in nursing school. They love running with their dog, River, and exploring the back country whenever they can. One of Schulte’s favorite achievements happened last summer. They ran the 50-mile loop around the Three Sisters. Schulte admits, it was very hard. “The whole time I was thinking about the high school IEE program and when we hiked all around the area,” she said. “At the time it was the hardest thing I’d ever done, and there I was running around the whole loop feeling so strong. We started at Green Lakes trailhead at 3:30 a.m. so we wouldn’t be in the dark at the tail end of it. Evan saw a cougar’s eyes in the dark about a mile in. Thank goodness he didn’t tell me he saw it until we were a few miles farther and it was light. If he’d told me at the time, I know I would have lost it! “It felt so cool to go back to the places where I was first introduced to hiking and backpacking,” she said. “Now I live here and it’s my home. I have so much more of an appreciation than I ever did. I took it for granted. This place has everything we love.”
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Working with high school girls, Schulte’s heart knows some of the pain they’re going through.
inspired a teaching career By Katy Yoder | Correspondent
MJ Schulte graduated from Sisters High School 10 years ago. Now she’s a teacher at Rosland Elementary School in La Pine. Her passion for teaching and helping young people fuels her efforts to impact their lives in a positive way. She knows having supportive and understanding adults in a young person’s life can help them through all kinds of hardship. “A large reason why I’m where I am today is school and that community. I applied for the masbecause I grew up in Sisters,” she told The Nugget. ter’s program at OSU Cascades and did that the “From becoming a teacher, the things I enjoy doing, next year, and now here I am.” This is Schulte’s third year teaching in La Pine and the person I ended up marrying — everything in my life is from growing up in Sisters,” said Schulte. and the first year she truly felt like, “Yeah, I can do this for a long time.” She started out in second Her desire to teach started in high school. “Daniel O’Neill took me under his wing,” she grade and followed her class into third grade. “The first two years were really hard, with a said. “I was inspired by the way he taught and made me feel as a student. Because of him, I knew challenging population,” she said. “I love working with kids that need me not only academically, but I wanted to be a high school math teacher.” Schulte’s journey to becoming a teacher had also on a human, personal, and physical level. They need access to food every day, clean clothes, and so some sideroads and adjustments. “I went to the University of Oregon as a math many other things out of their reach. I have really major, which I now see as a bold move on my part,” enjoyed that.” Those first few years, Schulte says she often said Schulte at her home in Bend. Her freshman came home and cried. year, she decided the major wasn’t a good fit. “I told my husband, Evan, that I needed to get a “Being a math major, there’s no studying in education, it’s just all math classes. So I switched to new job.” Last year, Schulte had to adjust to teaching journalism, thinking I could write about the outdoors and be a photo journalist. I worked for the remotely. Schulte is glad her students are back in the classRegister Guard in Eugene after doing an internship room. Some of her students weren’t able to join class with them.” Schulte couldn’t pay the bills with just her new remotely, and missed a lot of school. Now they’re job, so she also worked as a part-time bartender. back, and she’s helping them catch up to their peers. Over that six-month period, she was having some Learning how to manage and meet her students’ personal struggles, and also began feeling that jour- individual needs required having trusting relationships with students who often experience trauma. nalism wasn’t a healthy lifestyle for her. “I feel like I’ve turned the corner,” she said. “My She chose to leave her job and move in with her classroom management is parents in Bend. better and I’m enjoying it a “I got myself healthy and, I got myself healthy and in lot more.” in that time, realized that She’s found a way to supteaching could be my way that time, realized that teaching port students as individuals to serve.” Schulte got a job while meeting the needs of at Bear Creek Elementary could be my way to serve. the rest of the class. School as an educational “That’s been the biggest assistant teaching math — MJ Schulte challenge,” Schulte said. groups. “I still love that
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PHOTOS PROVIDED
MJ Schulte in her classroom at Rosland Elementary School. “What helped me the most was building relationships with those students, including my hardest kids. I love them and would do anything for them. Those kids need us. This year I have a full-time teaching partner which is much appreciated and helps a lot.” Schulte competed in multiple sports while in Sisters, including volleyball. Now, she’s coaching in the sport. “Coaching has been a whirlwind and I love it,” she said. “This year’s been crazy. Usually volleyball is a fall sport, so normally, I would have been done with it now. Because of the pandemic, here I am going into spring break with volleyball games. It’s really fun working with the girls. But it makes for long, 14-hour days with my commute to Bend. When I get there and I’m in the game, I’m so into it and I know this is what I’m supposed to do. It’s exhausting but I love it. COVID has made all of it such a rollercoaster.”
“I went through several years with an eating disorder in college and after college,” she said. “That’s what really brought me back to teaching, I want to empower anyone, especially teenaged girls and boys, who can be so susceptible to societal pressures and social media. It’s heartbreaking.” Recently, Schulte opened up about her eating disorder on Instagram. “I’m beginning to feel comfortable talking about it publicly,” she said. “By sharing my story, and how I feel about my relationship with food and exercise, maybe that will help someone. I was in Traders Joe’s and took a picture of the words ‘reduced guilt’ written on a bag of chips. I wonder why we have to relate guilt to any food? I have a totally different view and philosophy on that now. I wish I’d had information when I was going through it. I didn’t hear anyone talking about it and it felt like there was no one I could relate to. It was very isolating and it shouldn’t be.” For those looking for support for an eating disorder, Schulte suggests visiting the website www.nationaleatingdisorders.org. Schulte says it’s heartbreaking to see the emotional toll that can be seen in some kids. She wants to help them build resiliency, so they can move through their challenges and thrive. “I push them to help them. I’m not a soft teacher, and hold a hard line with my kids,” she said. “I have a lot of structure in my classroom. I know it works, and they need that. I’m seeing good results. We have to meet them where they are. “I wish we could have more mental-health support in the schools. I hope in the next five years we’ll see that happen. It would have such a positive impact. I don’t physically have the time to be a nurse, counselor, and janitor, while also teaching the rest of the class.”
MJ has overcame an eating disorder and now wants to empower youth. She opened up about her journey on Instagram to try to help others.
Maintaining a work/life balance is important to Schulte and her husband, Evan Samuelson, who is a phlebotomist and is in nursing school. They love running with their dog, River, and exploring the back country whenever they can. One of Schulte’s favorite achievements happened last summer. They ran the 50-mile loop around the Three Sisters. Schulte admits, it was very hard. “The whole time I was thinking about the high school IEE program and when we hiked all around the area,” she said. “At the time it was the hardest thing I’d ever done, and there I was running around the whole loop feeling so strong. We started at Green Lakes trailhead at 3:30 a.m. so we wouldn’t be in the dark at the tail end of it. Evan saw a cougar’s eyes in the dark about a mile in. Thank goodness he didn’t tell me he saw it until we were a few miles farther and it was light. If he’d told me at the time, I know I would have lost it! “It felt so cool to go back to the places where I was first introduced to hiking and backpacking,” she said. “Now I live here and it’s my home. I have so much more of an appreciation than I ever did. I took it for granted. This place has everything we love.”
Did you know the City of Sisters will be celebrating its 75th Anniversary? Get the word out about your business to locals, Central Oregon newcomers, and visitors in this special edition of the Sisters Oregon Guide.
C
WE’RE LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT SUMMER IN SISTERS!
The T he o only official guide published by The Nugget Newspaper and used by Sisters Chamber for these reasons: •P Proven for 26 years to be the most cost-effective way for you to promote your business, event, or organization. •C Comprehensive information and articles on recreation, the art and music scene, events, shopping, history, d dining & lodging directories, and local resources. •E Extensive distribution locally and statewide through chambers of commerce and welcome centers, shops and rrestaurants, museums, the Redmond airport, visitors and tourism associations, lodging, resorts, and retained as a rreference year-round.
Printing 35,000 Guides!
SCHEDULED TO PUBLISH EARLY JUNE 2021 Deadline for space reservations and ad content is Friday, April 16, 2021
Email Vicki at vicki@nuggetnews.com or call 541-549-9941
The Nugget Newspaper
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Commentary...
Sisters — past and present By Nancy Carmichael Columnist
If you don’t know history, then you don’t know anything. You are a leaf that doesn’t know it’s part of a tree. — Michael Crichton Last week I got to volunteer at The Three Sisters Historical Society’s Sisters Museum, a charming place. As I looked through old pictures and artifacts of the earliest settlement of what we know now as Sisters, I began to understand some of the early forces that shaped our community. I was surprised to realize that Sisters is the oldest town in Deschutes County, and that the remnants of the Hindman Barn in Camp Polk is the oldest structure in Deschutes County. My husband and I have lived in Central Oregon for over 40 years, where we raised our five children and grew a publishing company. Our family spent most of our years at Black Butte Ranch; then we lived at Camp Sherman for 15 years. Now we’ve moved into Sisters and are amazed at its rapid growth. Amazed but not surprised, because who wouldn’t want to live here? We all love its beauty and the mountains that inspire and surprise us every day. We love the blue sky, the crisp air, and the alwayschanging seasons. Besides, it’s a regular town now with schools, clinics, stores, gas stations, a city hall, a library,
churches, restaurants, and coffee and tea houses. How good it is though, to tread lightly as we “own” a place. How good it is to remember those who came before. How they took risks, worked hard, and had losses and triumphs. In 1870, Samuel Hindman filed for a homestead and five years later established the Camp Polk Post Office. The Hindmans met the needs of early pioneers. Part of the Hindman barn, the oldest structure in Deschutes County, is still standing at the Camp Polk Preserve. At Black Butte Ranch, where we lived for over 22 years, I would often walk by the remnants of an old cabin. It was said to have belonged to Till Glaze of Prineville, who bought the range for his beloved horses. It was a delightful place even then. His son, Warren, remembers, “Our family home was in Prineville, but every year from 1881 to 1889, on the 5th day of July, Dad would load up the wagon, hitch up the team and we’d start for Black Butte… The second day’s travel always seemed long because we were so eager to get to the cabin. I especially loved the big pine trees and Indian Ford Creek. I distinctly remember one time that we saw several Indian teepees set up beside the creek. (They) had dug a deep pool in the creek and were taking sweat baths in the teepees and then jumping into the icy waters. There were always Indians camped in the area when we were
there.” (Warren Glaze, as told to Frances Juris) Before the earliest white settlers came, there were Native Americans who fished, dug roots, and hunted. They picked abundant huckleberries. When excavation was done at Paulina Springs pool at Black Butte Ranch some years ago, obsidian arrowheads were discovered — clues of the very earliest homeowners. I wonder if they dipped their hands into Paulina Springs for that cold, clear water that my own children loved so much. Our home in Camp Sherman was in Metolius Meadows. I learned from digging through old books that Metolius Meadows was the first golf course in Central Oregon. The owners of Hansen’s Resort (now Lake Creek Lodge), who also owned the Metolius Meadows, had the idea in 1924 to put in a golf course. It was rustic, with only six holes, and used tin cans as the holes. It was a great idea, maybe just a bit before its time. They brought in sheep to munch the grass down, as it was difficult to golf with such high grass. But times
were hard in the depression and eventually someone decided to plant the meadow instead with mint. Now, as you walk along Lake Creek, you can find mint … a permanent gift from that mint farmer. As we enjoy the hustle and bustle of our little town with its resort feel, it may be a good idea on a sunny day to get off the beaten track … to take the time to look … to wonder what was here many years ago. Do you know how Tollgate got its name? Do you know where the first post office was? Have you seen the Santiam Wagon Trail? Do you know the heartbreaking story at Fish Lake? So many places, so many stories behind them. Understanding our history gives us a deeper appreciation of the forces that shape a city, a community. And, of course, it is people. People like you and me. We stand on the shoulders of ordinary,
hardworking people who came here to make a place for themselves and for others. We too — transient as we are — have hopes and dreams to put down roots, to make this a better place. To love and care for this place that we call home. John Greenleaf Whittier wrote, “The great eventful Present hides the Past; but through the din of its loud life hints and echoes from the life behind steal in.” Places to see: Sisters Museum, 410 E. Cascade Ave., Sisters, Oregon; Camp Polk Preserve, Camp Polk Road. Books available at Sisters Museum: “A History of the Deschutes Country in Oregon” by The Deschutes County Historical Society “ O r e g o n ’s S i s t e r s Country” by Raymond R. Hatton “That Was Yesterday” by Tillie Wilson and Alice Scott.
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Entrepreneur finds sweet opportunity in Sisters By Bill Bartlett Correspondent
It’s hard to think of a better example of the kind of business Sisters has set itself to attract than Holy Kakow. The Portland-based craft food maker of chocolate syrup, coffee syrups and cacao powder is relocating here in a few weeks. They will take up 5,000 square feet in the nearly completed structure at 260 E. Sun Ranch Dr., a quarter-mile from the airport. The mostly steel-sided building, developed by Art Blumenkron, features 17,000 sq. ft. of light industrial on the ground floor and three apartments on a second level. The 1687 Foundation occupies the bulk of the building. Kakow will start with seven employees: Wyatt Woods, the founder and owner, and six others, two from Portland and the rest new hires. That bodes well for the Sisters job market. The business is not highly automated, most products are made by hand in 25-gallon batches. However, it’s a lot of batches. Woods’ firm sells in all 50 states and parts of Canada. Locally, Kakow’s syrups are used at Sisters Coffee Co., Suttle Tea, Sisters Bakery, and Oliver Lemon’s. They are certified organic both at the source — Peru — and at the point of blending, soon to be Sisters. The operation, begun in 2009 with just Woods, now works one shift, 5 days a week and expects to see continued growth with more employees in second or third shifts. Woods, age 40, is the quintessential Sisters entrepreneur. Not only does he run a small, green-efficient business providing needed local employment, but he and his wife, Rachael, have a young family with children in the school district — one at Sisters High School, one in kindergarten and a oneyear-old at home. He brings talent, energy and commitment to the community. Wo o d s i s i m m e d i ately recognizable by his Tennessee accent. His quest began with work on organic farms. Hoping to make a positive impact on the world, he began roasting his own coffee. He took off for Guatemala in search of the perfect green coffee he could import. And, like thousands of small business owners before him, along the way he got an inspiration. In this case at a cacao farm. Within a few months, Holy Kakow was born. The Nugget asked him if he thought there was any synergy between his business and Laird Superfoods (NYSE – LSG) which
became publicly traded in October and whose 2020 plant-based product sales are in the vicinity of $25 million annually. You could almost hear a sly smile on the other end of the line as he pondered aloud if Sisters was an emerging mini hub for natural, organic, and functional food and beverages? “Wouldn’t that be sweet?” he mused. When Sisters Coffee Co. begins roasting in a tobe-constructed 5,000- to 6,000-square-foot operation a few hundred feet from Kakow, that would make Sun Ranch Business Park a mecca for coffee-centric businesses. Laird, Kakow, Fika Sisters Coffeehouse and Sisters Coffee Co.’s roasting facility would all be within a short distance of each other.
That might produce some enticing aromas, although if Kakow is typical, emissions, even the sweet-smelling variety, are captured. Woods says the most expensive part of his new operation is the highly sophisticated HVAC system to control even harmless cacao powder and kettle steam from entering the atmosphere. Flavored syrups are a $12-billion industry and are expected to double by 2027, according to Data Bridge Market Research, of which the coffee segment is approximately 25 percent. The market is dominated by mega multinationals like Hershey but companies such as Ah!Laska, with similar stories as Holy Kakow, have legendary customer loyalty and brand awareness.
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the thought that it is needed as we grow, I also believe another location would also greatly benefit from a traffic circle — and that would be where Highway 126 heads to Redmond. This circle could or should also encompass the FivePine, Sisters Movie House, and Three Creeks Brewery area as well. Lastly, I recall several months back The Nugget had published an overhead drone-photo of traffic looking west showing Highway 20 and Hood Avenue. I might be repeating others here when I say that I would be in favor of altering traffic patterns through Sisters, with eastbound traffic going east in two lanes, and the westbound traffic on Highway 20 also expanded to two lanes. Something similar to what Philomath, Oregon, did several years back. Barry Valder
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Reasons to support the Cloverdale fire district levy To the Editor: With Cloverdale area’s continued growth and difficulty in recruiting volunteers, the Cloverdale Fire District Board of Directors voted unanimously to place a five-year levy on the ballot to enhance emergency response in the District. This levy ensures hiring three full-time firefighter paramedics. The Sisters Fire District will provide a fully-equipped Advanced Life Support ambulance 24/7 at the Cloverdale Road station. There will be at least two firefighter-medics on call 24/7. At least one will be a certified ALS paramedic. Volunteers live all over the District, and their response times vary greatly. Many are employed outside the District and may not be available to respond. Central Oregon Community College students studying Fire and EMS Sciences sleep at the station. They respond to emergencies when available, but are early in their studies and not yet fully qualified to perform many necessary fire and medical duties. Medical and motor vehicle emergencies represent the majority of calls, most of which occur when District stations are unstaffed, or staffed only with students. Cloverdale Fire District currently has no paid paramedic. If the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District ambulances are on a call in their ambulance district, typically the only advanced life support available to Cloverdale residents is from either an air ambulance or Bend or Redmond fire districts. The delay can be tragic. With the increasing number of emergencies over the years and the increasing age of many residents, me included, I am thankful the Cloverdale Fire District Board of Directors has taken this action. Please support Measure 9-142 to provide the enhanced fire and emergency medical services in the Cloverdale area. David Hiller Former volunteer firefighter, engineer, lieutenant and captain with Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District
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It’s time to return to full-time, in-person school in Sisters To the Editor: Time to normalize our schools. The “Oregon School Metrics,” as outlined in the State RSSL guidance, have been loosened last week. This should allow all Sisters Schools to return to full-time, in-person education. I hope the Sisters school administration is currently working on a plan to swiftly return our schools to five-daya-week, in-person education; we do not need to wait for the next school year. I would like to thank the Sisters school administration for informing the state government that our local Central Oregon school districts want to move forward to normalizing the education of our children, with safety procedures at the schools in place. I also would like to thank the Sisters school personnel who got to work with in-person education of our children, at least on a part-time basis, before much of Oregon. This is unlike many of Portland school teachers who readily accepted vaccines before others, then held their community hostage, refusing to teach in-person. Steve Barlow
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CASCADE STORAGE Two 1960s-era Johnson (541) 549-1086 • (877) 540-1086 outboards, 5.5 (Seahorse model 581 N. Larch – 7-Day Access CD-193) and 3.0 hp (model 5x5 to 12x30 Units Available JW22C). Seahorse professionally 5x5 - 8x15 Climate Control Units serviced before being stored. On-site Management $150 for both, firm. External tank & hose for Seahorse. No charge MINI STORAGE for associated memories! Sisters Rental pete.sisters@gmail.com. 331 W. Barclay Drive 541-549-9631 204 Arts & Antiques Sizes 5x5 to 15x30 and outdoor JEWELRY REPAIR & RV parking. 7-day access. CUSTOM DESIGN Computerized security gate. Graduate gemologist. Over 45 Moving boxes & supplies. years experience. Cash for gold. STORAGE WITH BENEFITS Metals • 220 S. Ash St. Suite 1 • 8 x 20 dry box 541-904-0410 • Fenced yard, RV & trailers • In-town, gated, 24-7 205 Garage & Estate Sales Kris@earthwoodhomes.com GARAGE SALE - April 3 & 4 Prime Downtown Retail Space 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 3 pc. large desk, Call Lori at 541-549-7132 Snow removal, junk removal, armoire, end table, tools, 8' x 11' Cold Springs Commercial garage & storage clean-out, shag area rug, ottoman, dining Office space for lease. The Place chairs, 2 bookcases, misc. items. yard & construction debris. on Main. 101 Main Ave. in You Call – We Haul! Moving, everything must go! Sisters. Three spaces available. 541-598-4345. 70180 Sorrell Dr. Sisters $575/month and up. Call Ralph M. K. Haines Services Happy Trails Estate Sales 541-390-5187 www.haineshelpinghands.com and online auctions! Looking for shop space to rent in Selling, Downsizing, or Deaths? 541-977-3051 Sisters! For storage and tinkering Locally owned & operated by... Running an efficient business on cars. 800 to 2,500 sq. ft. takes a lot of time and effort. Daiya 541-480-2806 541-815-4383 Need a little help getting back on Sharie 541-771-1150 top of your paperwork? From 103 Residential Rentals 301 Vehicles customer correspondence to PONDEROSA PROPERTIES We Buy, Sell, Consign Quality invoicing, we are here to help. –Monthly Rentals Available– Cars, Trucks, SUVs & RVs ~ Rates as low as $20/hour. Call Debbie at 541-549-2002 Call Jeff at 541-815-7397 Black Butte Full details, 24 hrs./day, go to: Sisters Car Connection da#3919 WINDOW CLEANING PonderosaProperties.com SistersCarConnection.com Commercial & Residential. Printed list at 221 S. Ash, Sisters CAR TO SELL? 18 years experience, references Ponderosa Properties LLC Place your ad in The Nugget available. Safe, reliable, friendly. Free estimates. 541-241-0426
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I have lived in Sisters for 2 years and I would love to stay! About me: 30-year-old male with 11-year-old lab-mix dog. 6-year custom knife maker and 1-year licensed real estate agent. I am clean, respect spaces and communicate very well. Looking for: Apt. attached to horse barn or ADU or private living space. Please contact me if you think something might work between us! Matt Carter • 513-535-0317 carterknifeco@gmail.com
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SMALL Engine REPAIR Lawn Mowers, Chainsaws & Trimmers Sisters Rental 331 W. Barclay Drive 541-549-9631 Authorized service center for Stihl, Honda, Ariens/Gravely, Cub Cadet, Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, Kawasaki Engines MOVING TRUCK FOR HIRE –COMPLETE MOVING, LLC– Sisters' Only Local Moving Co.! Two exp. men with 25+ years comm. moving. Refs! ODOT Lic. Class 1-B • Call 541-678-3332 BOOKKEEPING SERVICE ~ Olivia Spencer ~ Expert Local Bookkeeping! Phone: (541) 241-4907 www.spencerbookkeeping.com
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Technology Problems? I can fix them for you. Solving for business, home & A/V needs. All tech supported. Jason Williams Sisters local • 25 yrs. experience 541-719-8329 SISTERS SATELLITE TV • PHONE • INTERNET Your authorized local dealer for DirecTV, ViaSat HS Internet and more! CCB # 191099 541-318-7000 • 541-306-0729
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TIMBER STAND IMPROVEMENT Tree care and vegetation management Pruning, hazard tree removal, stump grinding, brush mowing, certified arborist consultation, tree risk assessment qualified, wildfire fuels assessment and treatment, grant acquisition, lot clearing, crane services. Nate Goodwin ISA-Cert. Arborist PN-7987A CCB #190496 * 541.771.4825 Online at: www.tsi.services 4 Brothers Tree Service Sisters' Premier Tree Experts! – TREE REMOVAL & CLEANUP – Native / Non-Native Tree Assessments, Pruning, High-Risk Removals, 24 Hr. Emergency Storm Damage Cleanup, Craning & Stump Grinding, Debris Removal. – FOREST MANAGEMENT – Fire Fuels Reduction - Brush Mowing, Mastication, Tree Thinning, Large & Small Scale Projects! Serving Black Butte Ranch, Camp Sherman & Sisters Area since 2003 ** Free Estimates ** Owner James Hatley & Sons 541-815-2342 4brostrees.com Licensed, Bonded and Insured CCB-215057 Sisters Tree Care, LLC Preservation, Pruning, Removals & Storm Damage Serving All of Central Oregon Brad Bartholomew ISA Cert. Arborist UT-4454A 503-914-8436 • CCB #218444 Sisters Premier Tree & Forestry Service since 1997 (formerly Bear Mountain Fire) High-risk removals/storm damage. Pruning of all native non-native trees, shrubs. Forestry thinning, mowing, fire fuels abatement. Year-round firewood sales. Snow removal. Eagle Creek Partners LLC CCB #227275 EagleCreekFire@yahoo.com 541-420-3254 Top Knot Tree Care can handle all of your tree needs, from trims to removals. Specializing in tree assessment, hazard tree removal, crown reduction, ladder fuel reduction, lot clearing, ornamental and fruit tree trimming and care. • Locally owned and operated • • Senior and military discounts • • Free assessments • • Great cleanups • • Licensed, Insured and Bonded • Contact Bello @ 541-419-9655, Find us on Facebook and Google CCB#227009
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Custom Homes • Additions Residential Building Projects Serving Sisters area since 1976 Strictly Quality CCB #16891 • CCB #159020 541-549-9764 John Pierce jpierce@bendbroadband.com Construction Contractors' LICENSING – Information for the Public – Oregon law requires those who work for compensation (except bona fide employees) in any construction activity involving improvements to real property to be licensed with Oregon CCB. (There are several exemptions.) An active license means the contractor is bonded and insured. Visit www.oregon.gov/CCB
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MONTE'S ELECTRIC • service • residential • commercial • industrial Serving all of Central Oregon 541-719-1316 lic. bond. insured, CCB #200030 SWEENEY PLUMBING, INC. “Quality and Reliability” Repairs • Remodeling • New Construction • Water Heaters 541-549-4349 Residential and Commercial Licensed • Bonded • Insured CCB #87587 R&R Plumbing, LLC > Repair & Service > Hot Water Heaters > Remodels & New Const. Servicing Central Oregon Lic. Bond. Ins. • CCB #184660 541-771-7000 CURTS ELECTRIC LLC – SISTERS, OREGON – Quality Electrical Installations Agricultural • Commercial Industrial • Well & Irrigation Pumps, Motor Control, Barns & Shops, Plan Reviews CCB #178543 541-480-1404
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NOW HIRING! All departments. Seasonal and year-round positions. Work and play at the Ranch! Visit: www.BlackButteRanch.com/jobs NOW HIRING FOR RETAIL ASSOCIATES Marigold & True is a small, thoughtfully curated shop in Sisters that carries a variety of lifestyle products with a focus on small-batch artisan producers. We are now hiring for part-time positions (35-40 hours/week), specifically retail associates who have retail experience working for small boutiques/independent shops. Must have a creative eye, and willingness to work weekends in addition to weekdays. Please stop by the shop (open Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) with your cover letter and resumé to be considered for immediate employment. 351 W Hood Ave, Sisters. SISTERS LANDSCAPE is hiring for landscape construction and maintenance positions. Full-time work available now. Send resume to sisterslandscape@gmail.com or call for an interview, 541-549-3001. Part-time retail clothing sales. Experience preferred, but willing to train. Please send resume with references to Sales Position, PO Box 1059, Sisters, OR 97759 Join the team at Sisters Coffee! We’re looking for hospitality minded and team-driven individuals to join our cafe in Sisters. We have positions available on our bar, kitchen, and baking teams. Competitive wages plus benefits. Fore more info, please visit: www.sisterscoffee.com/ jobs-posting.
The Jewel is a high-end retail gallery selling fine jewelry, museum-quality minerals and fossils, looking for year-round and seasonal sales associates. Our customers are a blend of enthusiastic new visitors and long-established admirers, and our employees have been here Help Wanted from 4-10 years. Hourly $13-$16 Please send an email to DOE and long-term potential. sistersfencecompany@gmail.com Drop off a resumé or email to with letter of interest. michelle@thejewelonline.com
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By Paige Bentley-Flannery Sisters Community Librarian
“Who is Maud Dixon?” by Alexandra Andrews Florence is a struggling writer working in the publishing world of New York City. When she’s fired, she’s not sure what to do until she receives an assistant job with the famous novelist Maud Dixon, whose real identity is a secret. Florence thinks her dreams are about to come true! In her new job, she has her own space, writing time, and is learning everything she can from the famous, yet secretive author. Florence starts to discover clues and puzzling information that makes her wonder about the novelist’s real identity. When the pair leave for a research trip to Morocco, little does Florence know that her whole life is about to change. While exploring, they are involved in a serious car crash. Florence wakes up in a Marrakech hospital with no memory of the accident and no sign of her employer. What should she do? And who would really
know if she assumed the bestseller’s pseudonym? Andrews’ debut novel is an engaging thriller filled with twists and turns. It’s the perfect pick for book clubs who like discussing unexpected events and mysteries. “When the Stars Go Dark” by Paula McLain How do you move forward from pain? Anna is a missing persons detective in San Francisco when a personal tragedy sends her back to her childhood home in Mendocino, California. The day she arrives, she sees a flyer about a missing local teenager which seems oddly reminiscent of an unsolved murder from the past. Quietly and obsessively, Anna becomes involved in solving the case with her childhood friend, Will, who is now the town’s sheriff. When another girl is taken from her home, will Anna solve the case or will her personal struggles take over? When the missing girls and the past case connect, she begins to heal. But are her eyes open? Is Anna
paying attention or is darkness taking over? Best-selling author McLain writes a gripping novel that is both a suspenseful mystery and an emotional journey of healing. It’s based on a true crime from the ’90s so readers will flash back to a time before cell phones and social media as Anna pieces together the missing links. For more amazing new 2021 mystery/thriller books, check out “Piece of My Heart” by Mary Higgins Clark & Alafair Burke; “Dial A for Aunties” by Jesse Q. Sutanto; “Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines” by Jennifer J. Chow; “Finlay Donovan is Killing It” by Elle Cosimano; “A Double Life” by Charlotte P h i l b y ; “ T h e Wr o n g Family” by Tarryn Fisher; “If I Disappear” by Eliza Jane Brazier; “Northern Spy” by Flynn Berry; and “The Disappearing Act” by Catherine Steadman. Are you looking for your next great read? Email me at paigeb@deschutes library.org or fill out the MyReads form at www. deschuteslibrary.org.
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Housing priority during legislative session Lawsuits seek over By Sara Cline Associated Press/Report for America
PORTLAND (AP) — As new problems emerged in Oregon during 2020, another remained and was further exacerbated by the COVID19 pandemic and wildfires — housing. Options being considered by state lawmakers include building more shelters, extending the grace period by which tenants must pay back their rent, increasing homeownership access to low-income individuals, and an effort to reduce housing disparities for communities of color. The housing bills being considered in Salem were outlined by House Speaker Tina Kotek alongside housing committee chairs Sen. Kayse Jama, D-Portland, and Rep. Julie Fahey, D-Eugene. “Oregon had a housing crisis before the pandemic dramatically worsened income inequality and wildfires devastated the housing supply in vulnerable communities,” Kotek said earlier this month. “The Legislature has worked hard in recent sessions to turn the tide, and this moment demands that we keep pushing forward.” The 17 bills lawmakers presented include $535 million in new state investments
for increasing affordable housing, addressing homelessness, and supporting homeownership. Lawmakers say they are also “expecting significant federal support” from the federal government. Among the proposed measures are those surrounding homelessness — including emergency shelter expedited siting that will help local governments to quickly create emergency shelters, $45 million to build shelter capacity and create navigation centers, increasing mobile crisis intervention teams and a bill that would require local governments to be “objectively reasonable” when regulating sitting, lying, sleeping, or keeping warm and dry on public property. Oregon has long struggled with its homeless population rate. Based on data by the Urban Institute report, in 2019 Oregon’s rate of unsheltered homelessness was more than 3.5 times the national average. Another group that has struggled during the pandemic is renters. In December, about one-third of U.S. households reported being behind on rent or mortgage payments and were likely to face eviction or foreclosure within two months, according to data collected by the U.S. Census Bureau at the time.
During a third special session in December, Oregon lawmakers voted to extend the eviction moratorium through June 30, 2021. Under the current moratorium language, on July 1 tenants would be required to pay all their back rent. “We have seen that the readvised moratorium has been in place now for a couple of months, and I think that it is working to keep people housed in what is the biggest public-health crisis of our lifetimes,” Fahey said. During the current session, lawmakers are discussing a bill that could extend the grace period, by which tenants must pay back their rent, from July 2021 until February 2022. Lawmakers are also discussing extending a moratorium on foreclosures until September 1. The bill would be retroactive back to December 31. Lastly lawmakers are discussing bills surrounding Oregon’s housing supply. These bills include money for grants and loans for downpayment assistance and low-income households and landlords to repair residential dwelling units. Lawmakers say the goal is to increase homeownership access to low-income individuals and to begin to address racial disparities.
$1 billion over wildfires SALEM (AP) — Two new lawsuits filed in Marion County seek more than $1 billion in damages from Pacific Power, claiming the utility’s negligence led to wildfires in the Santiam Canyon last year. The two lawsuits filed earlier this month represent over 100 people impacted by the Beachie Creek Fire, The Statesman Journal reported. The two law firms leading the effort, Edelson PC and Johnson Johnson Lucas and Middleton, say Pacific Power, doing businesses as PacifiCorp, “failed to safely design, operate, and maintain its infrastructure leading to the fire.” They also allege that PacifiCorp failed to heed warnings of impending “historic” high winds and extreme drought conditions. Pacific Power told the newspaper in a statement that it does not comment on pending litigation. It’s at least the third lawsuit filed against the utility related to wildfires last September. Among those named in the lawsuit filed Wednesday are Ute and Rickey Thomas, who lost their home in
Lyons, the law firms said. Rita Perkins lost a home of 60 years in Lyons, along with a boat, vehicle, and woodworking shop, according to the lawsuit. Darrel Bush, Desiree Olsen, and Steven Olsen also lost a home in Gates, along with cars, sheds, and a tool collection, the lawsuit said. The lawsuits generally follow the same narrative as previous lawsuits, citing a Pacific Power decision not to shut down power lines when the National Weather Service issued an “extremely critical” fire warning in advance of Labor Day. Other utilities, including PG&E and Consumers Power Inc. did shut down power due to the historically high and dry winds.
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entered the business. Once inside, the suspects stole over $13,000 in Stihl chainsaws and a Stihl concrete saw. The suspects were driving a newer, white, four-door Honda Civic, with unknown license plates. The driver is described as being an adult Latino male, approximately 25-35 years old, with dark hair, a beard, and having a stocky build. The passenger is described as an adult Latino male, approximately 20-30 years old, with a medium build. Both suspects were wearing masks at the time of the burglary. Deputies have contacted several businesses in the area to obtain additional evidence and video surveillance from the time of the burglary. The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging the public to contact the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office at 541-693-6911, if they have any further information; reference case 21-15062. Sisters Rental owner Pat Thompson said he thinks the
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public can be a big help. “If these criminals are local, I’m sure someone will recognize them or their vehicle,” he said. The loss of equipment is a blow to the business. Thompson noted that high demand and pandemicrelated issues with manufacturing have made obtaining equipment challenging. “We probably have 100150 chainsaws on backorder and have since last August or September,” he told The Nugget. “We’re going to have a hard time building back that inventory.” Sisters Rental opened an expansive new facility in the spring of 2020. At the time, Thompson was pleased at the high level of visibility that the new shop offers. Now he’s dismayed to discover that the high visibility has apparently made the business a target for professional thieves. “Now what (have) I got to do?” he said. “Put up a 10-foot fence and barbed wire just to be safe? What are we coming to?”
Larabee and Berg also placed third and fifth respectively in the figure eight among 34 finishers, and teamed up for second place in the birangle event among
23 pairs. Kennedy placed second among 31 competitors in the pole event, and also teamed up with Sidney Sillers to place third in the sorting event. Winter came away from the contest feeling quite satisfied with her team’s efforts and grateful for the help provided by parents. “Our team has been practicing since early December
and I am so proud of what they achieved,” she said. “The parents are super supportive and stepped up to help make this meet happen safely during the pandemic.” Winter is assisted by Lori Kennedy and Dave Jones. The team returns to action on April 15 for another three days of competition at the fairgrounds.
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orbit earlier this week. The display was startling, especially since it was not immediately clear what it was. PHOTO COURTESY REBECCA HENDRIX One local resident said he initially thought a jumbo jet was A Falcon 9 rocket’s second stage broke up in spectacular fashion. crashing. As reported in The New York Times, astronomer Jonathan McDowell wrote that the space debris “was the result of a breakup that happened about 30 miles above where airplanes fly. The Falcon 9 debris falling to earth was ‘unlikely to be major,’ he added, and would most likely fall in the Rocky Stop by and visit with Shelley Marsh & Tiana Van Landuyt. Mountains near the Canadian 220 S. Pine St., Ste. 102 | 541-548-9180 border.” But while it streaked across the Sisters’ skies, the display was, in the words of a local resident, “the most extraordinary thing I’ve ever seen in the sky.”
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actually didn’t get a whole lot of use,” Nelson-Dean said. “Then it just went off the charts. Last year was just like an overwhelming increase. It was extremely difficult to manage.” She noted that there are 35 trailheads that lead into the Three Sisters Wilderness. Five of those trails took 55 percent of the use.
“Part of the permit plan is to spread use across space and time,” she said. She said that users are encouraged to “maybe choose a different trail than the very most popular trailheads.” Nelson-Dean says that she understands that a permit system for the wilderness in our backyard is distasteful to some. But, she notes, it is hoped that the enhancement of the experience will be worth it — from simply being able to find a place to park at a trailhead to avoiding the crowds on the trails. “We certainly hope that
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most people will comply,” she said. “It will give people a better experience. They’ll have places to park; you’ll have more solitude.” While wilderness rangers will be empowered to enforce the permitting system, and those without permits are subject to a $200 fine, enforcement is not being emphasized. “A lot of it is going to be about education, getting people to understand,” NelsonPHOTO PROVIDED Dean said. The Forest Service will Exploding usage is putting severe wear and tear on wilderness areas expand or contract permit across Sisters Country. A new permit system will limit the number of availability based on impact. people who are on the most-used trails.
Reservations for limited-entry wilderness permits will open at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, April 6, at www.Recreation.gov. OVERNIGHT USE AVAILABILITY:
• 40 percent full season available on April 6. • 60 percent available over a seven-day rolling window.
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• 20-50 percent of a trailhead’s full season will be available on April 6. • 50-80 percent of a trailhead’s permits will be available over a seven-day rolling window. Reservations can also be made by calling 1-877444-6777. Permits will be at Deschutes and Willamette National Forest offices, but offices may be closed due to COVID-19 restrictions. The Forest Service strongly encourages online reservation. Processing fees will be charged $1 per permit per
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person. Overnight use permits will be charged $6 per trip. Overnight permits can include up to 12 people for a trip of up to 14 days. There are no permit fees other than the processing fee. The Forest Service decided to not have a special recreation permit fee at this time. If that decision changes, there will be a public-engagement process on any potential future fees. “Those funds don’t come back to the forest,” said Forest Service spokesperson Jean Nelson-Dean. “Those are just the administrative costs of having a permit
system.” To avoid permit hoarding, people only can have five overnight limited-entry permits at a time reserved. People should only reserve permits they know they will use. Once the ending date of a permit has passed, an individual can make another overnight reservation. If someone decides not to use their limited-entry permit, the Forest Service encourages them to cancel their permit to allow others the opportunity to reserve it and go on a trip. Hikers who enter one of the wildernesses from a
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wilderness trailhead will still need to have a permit that is associated with the trailhead closest to their point of entry into wilderness. For day use this could be a permit from either a limited-entry permit trailhead or a self-issued permit trailhead. Avoiding entry from a trailhead does not remove the requirement of a limited-entry permit if one is required.
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