Hometown News – Sisters

▶️ ‘Slowly getting there’; Blue River rebuilds after devastating wildfire

September 15, 2021

Madras-Sisters football game canceled last minute due to unhealthy air quality

September 10, 2021

Deschutes Co. grand jury indicts Sisters spa owner on new sex abuse charges

September 8, 2021

Highway 20 to close Sept. 8-10 as slide area cleanup continues

September 7, 2021

Injured hiker rescued near Pole Creek Trailhead

August 30, 2021

FS to remove ‘danger trees’ killed in 2020 Santiam Canyon fires

August 5, 2021

▶️ The Storytellers: Local filmmakers shine a light on Oregon cowboy culture

August 5, 2021

DA drops sex abuse, harassment charges against Sisters spa owner

July 27, 2021

▶️ Free fair, ride passes at vaccine clinics; Fairgrounds taking precautions

July 26, 2021

Search continues for Salem man after climbing accident on Mt. Jefferson

July 26, 2021

Bend man killed after crashing motorcycle near Suttle Lake

July 26, 2021

Containment builds on Grandview Fire near Sisters; evacuation notices lifted

July 19, 2021

Darlene, Grandview fires inch towards containment; crews aided by mild weather

July 18, 2021

Evacuation levels reduced as Grandview Fire reaches 20% containment

July 16, 2021

Grandview Fire 14% contained; crews put out spot fires jumping firelines

July 15, 2021

National forests, Crooked River Grassland issue closures amid Grandview Fire

July 15, 2021

▶️ Structure Protection crews prepare houses for the worst amid Grandview Fire

July 14, 2021

Industrial Fire Precaution to reach Level IV on National Forest and BLM lands

July 14, 2021

Grandview Fire at 10% containment; 10 structural task forces defend homes

July 14, 2021

Grandview Fire grows to 5,723 acres; draws task forces from across the state

July 13, 2021

▶️ Businesses on the doorstep of the Grandview Fire face tough decisions

July 13, 2021

▶️ Sisters Middle School evacuation shelter assists during Grandview Fire

July 12, 2021

Update: Grandview Fire increases to 4,500 acres; 5% containment

July 12, 2021

Wildlife preserves closed in Sisters area due to Grandview Fire

July 12, 2021

▶️ Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show makes colorful return over the weekend

July 12, 2021

Grandview Fire in Geneva area burning 2,000 acres, 0% containment

July 11, 2021

Sisters Quilt Show to return Saturday after COVID cancellation

July 9, 2021

Total campfire ban begins Monday across Central Oregon public lands

July 8, 2021

DCSO K-9 helps capture Bend man after short chase in stolen truck

July 7, 2021

Deschutes Co. accepting applications for ‘County College’ program

July 6, 2021

Fire restrictions begin for wilderness areas in Deschutes National Forest

July 2, 2021

Man cited for reckless burning after cooking fire escapes near Sisters

July 1, 2021

Hop in the Spa owner arrested on sex abuse charges

July 1, 2021

Deschutes County bans fireworks in unincorporated areas

June 30, 2021

McKenzie Pass/Santiam Pass Scenic Byway opens for the summer

June 24, 2021

New fire restrictions begin Friday for local national forests, grasslands

June 23, 2021

Sisters Seed to Table program has kids gobbling up edible education

June 22, 2021

▶️ Healing Reins project to expand its unique equine therapy experience

June 22, 2021

Suspect sought after multiple burglaries in Sisters, Redmond

June 18, 2021

Sisters, La Pine COVID vax clinics added to Deschutes Co. locations

June 14, 2021

Sisters wine bar fined $17,800 for COVID rules violation

June 7, 2021

Deschutes Co. DA launches young adult diversion program for 1st time offenders

June 3, 2021

▶️ Wilderness enthusiasts lament ‘inevitable’ need for trail-use permits

May 28, 2021

$1.3M in COVID relief available to Deschutes Co. small businesses

May 20, 2021

▶️ Sisters bond measure to fund new elementary school, ease overcrowding

May 19, 2021

Voters approve $33.8M bond measure for Sisters School District

May 18, 2021

▶️ Businesses, town ready for expected return of Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show

May 18, 2021

Deschutes Public Library launches summer-long ‘StoryWalk’ program

May 18, 2021

Prescribed burns scheduled Monday, Tuesday south of Sisters

May 10, 2021

Reward climbs to $10K for info on 2020 elk poaching near Sisters

May 5, 2021

▶️ Picky Bar founders eager for new chapter with Laird Superfood merger

May 4, 2021

Central Oregon energy food giants combine as Laird Superfood acquires Picky Bars

May 4, 2021

Sisters High School, middle school closed while officials trace COVID cases

April 29, 2021

Local high schools to host free COVID vaccination clinics for students

April 23, 2021

Central Oregon small businesses now eligible for federal disaster loans

April 22, 2021

Prescribed burn scheduled south of Sisters Wed-Fri

April 19, 2021

DSCO deploy new GPS dart to stop pursuit, track down wanted Sisters man

April 19, 2021

▶️ Sisters webcam captures golden eagle couple raising their young

April 19, 2021

▶️ Rodeo cancellation surprises Sisters businesses; say tourists will return

April 14, 2021

80th Sisters Rodeo canceled for 2nd year in a row due to COVID concerns

April 13, 2021

Prescribed burns planned for Wednesday near Sisters

April 12, 2021

▶️ Despite uncertainty, big decisions loom for major Central Oregon events

April 12, 2021

Spring Chinook season announced on Hood River; no season on Deschutes

April 12, 2021

▶️ Titles, rivalries, undefeated season: Big weekend for CO high school sports

April 9, 2021

Man crashes into tree in Sisters after suffering medical emergency

April 8, 2021

COCC to reopen campuses June 14; in-person classes will gradually expand

April 8, 2021

Tumalo Irrigation District offering $10K reward for info on pipeline vandalism

April 7, 2021

Deschutes National Forest offers recreation overview for summer 2021

April 5, 2021

Oregon Dept. of Forestry urges caution with spring debris burns

March 31, 2021

Deschutes Public Library takes next step in bond project plans

March 30, 2021

Suspects sought in Sisters business burglary; chainsaws, concrete saw taken

March 25, 2021

County Clerk’s offices once again accepting passport applications

March 25, 2021

Redmond VFW to host COVID vaccination clinic for Central Oregon vets

March 22, 2021

▶️ New Detroit community center project offers hope for healing after fires

March 22, 2021

Deschutes Co. to get 3,710 first-dose vaccines for week of March 15th

March 12, 2021

Region’s school leaders call on Brown for return to full, in-person learning

March 11, 2021

COVID restrictions to relax across Central Oregon Friday as case numbers drop

March 9, 2021

The rebuild begins as coalition secures land for new Detroit community center

March 5, 2021

Bend pair injured in small plane crash near Sisters

March 3, 2021

Deschutes Co. Sheriff’s Office to launch new body-cam system in May

February 26, 2021

DCSO investigating suspected arson fire at Sisters home

February 17, 2021

Deschutes County COVID vaccine appointments filled for the week

February 16, 2021

▶️ Drivers say Santiam Pass not so bad following latest winter storm

February 12, 2021

HS football allowed to resume in Deschutes Co. after sports guidelines revised

February 10, 2021

Winter storm expected to bring plenty of snow to High Desert

February 10, 2021

USDA announces $1M grant to fix Detroit water treatment plant destroyed by fire

February 9, 2021

▶️ Hoodoo sees best year of business ever

January 29, 2021

DCSO investigating shooting of SUV near homeless campsite west of Sisters

January 25, 2021

▶️ Redirect the Check: NeighborImpact

January 20, 2021

Local hunters groups boost reward for info on Sisters-area elk poaching

January 15, 2021

DCSO SAR help injured Salem rider near North Barr OHV area

January 11, 2021

Scouts’ Christmas tree recycling begins this weekend

December 30, 2020

Reward now up to $2,500 for info on October elk poaching near Sisters

December 23, 2020

▶️ Sisters yoga instructor takes her students along on family road trip

December 14, 2020

Sisters man dies after crashing into utility pole along HWY 20

December 14, 2020

▶️ Should gyms be closed? Owners say no, health officials say yes

December 11, 2020

Valley officers shoot, kill Bend man after 2 armed robberies, high-speed chase

December 9, 2020

▶️ Rodeo clown superstar heading to nationals; credits Central Oregon for success

December 2, 2020

OSP looking for info on bull, cow and spike elk poaching west of Bend

December 1, 2020

‘This is not a hoax, this is not a scare tactic’: SCHS chief begs you to stay home and mask up

November 24, 2020

▶️ Road conditions to worsen as bad weather continues

November 13, 2020

▶️ Local hemp farmers enduring 2nd-year slump, but experts expect an industry rebound

November 12, 2020

ODOT to close McKenzie Pass for the winter Thursday

November 3, 2020

▶️ Women claim toxic workplace at DCSO; event organized by sheriff’s challenger

October 26, 2020

▶️ As local ballots pour in, election officials ensure counting machines work flawlessly

October 22, 2020

▶️ Sisters welcomes dedicated Deschutes Co. Sheriff’s Office presence

October 21, 2020

▶️ Sisters asks for input on city’s 2040 comprehensive plan

October 19, 2020

Outdoor burning opens Saturday in Deschutes County.

October 15, 2020

Deschutes Co. ballots on the way; deadline to return by mail is Oct. 27

October 15, 2020

Sisters teens in fatal crash identified

October 14, 2020

▶️ ‘Surreal’ scene in fire-ravaged Detroit as HWY 22 reopens

October 14, 2020

Sisters Halloween carnival canceled; firefighters to deliver goodie bags to schools

October 14, 2020

▶️ Deschutes Co. voter registration jumps 50% from 2016

October 13, 2020

HWY 22 reopens Tuesday at 7 p.m.; fire damage had closed sections for a month

October 13, 2020

▶️ Report: Central Oregon Latino community is growing, young & motivated – but stunted

October 12, 2020

▶️ Weekend rains, snow put an end to fire season, but plenty of work left to be done

October 12, 2020

▶️ New rules, new schedules; high school athletes just happy for the chance to play

October 9, 2020

Deschutes Co. Sheriff’s Dept. launches program to promote mental, physical wellness

October 7, 2020

Jailed Sisters man charged in car break-ins; 9mm pistol taken

October 7, 2020

Wyden to host online town hall for Central Oregonians Monday

October 7, 2020

2 Sisters teens among 3 killed in single-car crash on forest service road

October 2, 2020

▶️ Deschutes Co. COVID spike resets clock for schools; districts eye late Oct. restart

September 28, 2020

18-year-old Sisters woman dies in crash near Grants Pass

September 23, 2020

▶️ ‘Lots of people, all the time’: Community support helps Sisters survive the summer

September 16, 2020

▶️ Fire evacuees wait for word to return home; locals’ generosity overwhelming agencies

September 14, 2020

▶️ Evacuees asked to be patient; re-entry to fire zone along HWY 22 not yet possible

September 11, 2020

▶️ Residents return to rubble as Oregon fire crews hope for a break in the weather

September 10, 2020

Local air quality likely to worsen; DEQ extends advisory through Monday

September 10, 2020

▶️ As Santiam Canyon burns, evacuees flee to Redmond; more wildfires rage around region

September 8, 2020

Gusty winds fan Lionshead Fire as it pushes toward Breitenbush, Detroit

September 8, 2020

Santiam Canyon, McKenzie River residents evacuated as wildfires erupt

September 8, 2020

▶️ High winds raising concern for rapid spread of Lionshead Fire near Warm Springs

September 7, 2020

Lionshead Fire forces Level 1 and 2 evacuation notices for Camp Sherman-area campgrounds

September 6, 2020

Hikers, overcome by heat, rescued on PCT after running out of water

September 4, 2020

▶️ Local task force returns after saving homes from White River Fire

September 2, 2020

Central Oregon wildfires settling down; crews getting close to full containment

August 31, 2020

Crews continue progress on several Central Oregon Fires

August 28, 2020

Changes made to Green Ridge Fire evac notices; crews push fire to flatter ground

August 24, 2020

Mild weather allows crews to make progress on Green Ridge Fire

August 23, 2020

Green Ridge Fire prompts new Level 1 Evacuation notices NE of Camp Sherman

August 22, 2020

▶️ Central Oregon air quality worsens as wildfires intensify

August 21, 2020

▶️ Camp Sherman businesses, visitors closely monitoring Green Ridge Fire

August 20, 2020

Green Ridge, Frog Fires grow overnight; weather expected to help containment efforts

August 20, 2020

Deschutes Public Libraries plan to reopen buildings, resources to public

August 20, 2020

▶️ Wind, steep slopes complicate efforts on Green Ridge Fire near Camp Sherman

August 18, 2020

Green Ridge Fire near Camp Sherman now a top priority for regional crews

August 17, 2020

Springfield man dies, 2 teens injured in 1-car crash near Sisters

August 17, 2020

UPDATE: Missing Texas man found in Portland

August 12, 2020

DCSO asks for public’s help in tracking down suspected credit/debit card scammers

August 7, 2020

Bend woman killed in crash near Suttle Lake

August 6, 2020

Deschutes Land Trust buys 1,100+ acres near Sisters; conserves land forever

August 6, 2020

Washington climber’s body recovered after fatal fall on Mt. Jefferson

August 1, 2020

▶️ Districts, teachers planning for online learning; promise a better experience

July 29, 2020

Deschutes National Forest to open new Peterson Ridge Trailhead in Sisters

July 27, 2020

▶️ Live outdoor music events returning to Central Oregon

July 22, 2020

Semi-truck crash in Sisters shuts down HWY 20

July 21, 2020

▶️ Deschutes Co. voters to decide on $195M library bond

July 16, 2020

Redmond man killed in Hwy 20 motorcycle crash

July 9, 2020

▶️ Tough as Nails? Sisters fisherman ready to prove it on CBS reality show

July 7, 2020

Bend PD: California murder suspect possibly in Central Oregon

July 7, 2020

▶️ Sisters businesses see activity thanks to county’s reopening, city’s help

June 24, 2020

NeighborImpact releases info for rent relief program

June 23, 2020

Wyden to host virtual town hall for Central Oregonians Monday

June 23, 2020

Deschutes Public Library to begin next phase of reopening June 22

June 17, 2020

▶️ Deschutes Co. declares drought emergency; farmers look to alternatives

June 15, 2020

Historic McKenzie Pass reopens to cars for the season

June 15, 2020

▶️ FBI investigating death threat against Deschutes Co. DA

June 3, 2020

COVID concerns forces cancelation of 2020 Sisters Folk Festival

May 27, 2020

▶️ Sisters women wins over $126K in Keno Jackpot

May 26, 2020

▶️ Deschutes Co. proposes $500M budget

May 26, 2020

Sisters woman uses mask money for Keno, wins nearly $127K

May 26, 2020

Sisters man arrested for breaking into house, stealing items

May 20, 2020

DCSO looking for owner of horse abandoned near Sisters

May 20, 2020

Local option tax passes in BBR; Levy denied for La Pine Parks & Rec

May 19, 2020

Bentz wins GOP’s 2nd District primary; Dems race too close to call

May 19, 2020

Phil more years: Chang vs. Henderson for Deschutes Co. commissioner

May 19, 2020

▶️ Ballots still trickling in as drop-off deadline nears

May 18, 2020

▶️ Sisters, Crook Co. schools plan for unique graduation ceremonies

May 13, 2020

▶️ Colleagues remember drowning victim as a champion for all kids

May 11, 2020

Longtime Redmond teacher ID’d as Scout Lake drowning victim

May 11, 2020

▶️ Sisters company keeps ticking

May 8, 2020

▶️ Unoccupied Sisters-area home destroyed by fire

May 7, 2020

▶️ Local music students become virtual virtuosos amid COVID closure

May 4, 2020

▶️ SBA loans, crowdsourcing helping to keep small businesses afloat

May 1, 2020

▶️ How are you doing? Sisters edition

April 30, 2020

▶️ Sisters HS graduation won’t be virtual, but plans still in the air

April 29, 2020

▶️ 45th annual Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show to go virtual

April 27, 2020

▶️ Lifting up through food; June’s Kitchen feeds first responders

April 14, 2020

▶️ COVID adds another, potentially lethal, layer to homelessness

April 9, 2020

▶️ COVID-19 leads to cancellation of 80th Sisters Rodeo

April 8, 2020

St. Charles launches 10,000 (hand-sewn) masks campaign

April 1, 2020
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