SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Forest Service said Monday it is partnering with Sisters Trail Alliance to make the Whychus Creek Overlook on the Sisters Ranger District more accessible. The top rail of the Whychus Creek Overlook wall will be removed, and two viewing portals with security cables will be created to improve accessibility. The
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Vegetation management will begin next Wednesday, May 1 on about 3.5 miles of existing power line along Forest Service Road 2058, also known as North Pine Street, on the Sisters Ranger District. This section of road connects the City of Sisters with Indian Ford Road to the north.
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Two prescribed burns are continuing for a second day Wednesday on the Bend-Fort Rock and Sisters ranger districts, Deschutes National Forest officials said.
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A Sisters-based nonprofit, Citizens 4 Community, hung the senior portraits of the Sisters High School graduating Class of 2024 throughout downtown on Monday, and the reaction has been enthusiastic and supportive.
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“In 2009, I went snowboarding with some friends at night, and it was after a big snowstorm, so there was powder in the day, but it froze — it melted and froze,” Sisters resident Erik Himbert recalled. “I just was blowing off steam, and for some reason just decided to go for a jump — and I hit it with a lot of speed.”
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two Sisters nonprofits received a surprise donation of $10,000 each Thursday from First Interstate Bank and the First Interstate BancSystem Foundation. The gift was made possible by the Member Impact Fund grant program, in which First Interstate received a 3-to-1 funding match from Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines. Seed
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A large shop went up in flames early Wednesday near Fryrear Road east of Sisters, with ammunition and pressurized cylinders exploding and firefighters in a defensive operation. Losses are estimated at $250,000.
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District Captain Cody Meredith has successfully completed the process that awards the professional designation of “Fire Officer.” The Commission on Professional Credentialing® met on Monday to confer the designation. Captain Meredith becomes one of only 760 FOs worldwide. The designation program is a voluntary program designed to recognize
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Sisters Ranger District firefighters on Wednesday were conducting up to 104 acres of prescribed burning two miles west of Sisters and north of Highway 242, directly west of the Tollgate community and north of the Crossroads community.
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Later this spring on the Sisters Ranger District of the Deschutes National Forest, vegetation management will be occurring on approximately 3.5 miles of existing powerline along North Pine Street. Central Electric Cooperative is authorized to manage trees and vegetation within and adjacent to the powerline right of way on National Forest
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Zimmerman Rock Pit will be temporarily closed for public safety for up to a month, beginning Monday, April 8. The rock pit is located on the Sisters Ranger District of the Deschutes National Forest off Highway 20 at mile marker 96.6. The Oregon Department of Transportation will be conducting rock-crushing
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District Board Chair Kristie Miller announced Friday that Tony Prior has completed all pre-employment requirements and the parties have completed contract negotiations. Chief Prior’s start date is scheduled for June 1. He will replace current Fire Chief Roger Johnson, who is retiring on July 1. Chief Prior comes
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A choir teacher at Sisters High School is on leave after accusations of inappropriate behavior by current and former students. Meanwhile, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office told NewsChannel 21 Wednesday their investigation found no evidence of a crime. Still, Sisters School Superintendent Curt Scholl tells us the teacher remains on leave
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The seasonally popular, winding and historic McKenzie Pass Highway (state Highway 242) is being cleared of winter snow as motorists and cyclists eager to travel it wait for the all-clear. But this year, there’s more going on – a big paving project, and ODOT is pleading for everyone to stay out
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The Three Sisters Historical Society hosted a get-together to discuss the Oregon Pacific Railroad on Sunday afternoon at the Sisters Fire Ha. Dozens showed up to learn about the railroad and its route through the Santiam Pass, also known as the Hogg Railroad.
Continue Reading SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters Ranger District of the Deschutes National Forest will host a public open house in early April. On Tuesday, April 9, the Sisters Ranger District will provide interested public the opportunity to review and discuss a range of activities planned for the next year with Sisters District Ranger Ian Reid
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SFF Presents has announced the initial 19 artists slated to perform at the annual Sisters Folk Festival on Sept. 27 – 29, 2024 in Sisters. Longtime poster artist Dennis McGregor has created another memorable image featuring “Folkasaurus Rox”, a jubilant Tyrannosaurus rex playing the concertina. The preliminary lineup includes Aoife O’Donovan, Hawktail, The Mammals, Fantastic
Continue ReadingBEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – As forecast, a few to several inches of snow fell over much of Central Oregon overnight, prompting schools in Sisters and Paulina to operate on a two-hour delay. Sisters Schools Superintendent Curt Scholl said all buses were running two hours later than their regular pickup times, adding, “The safety of our
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SISTERS , Ore. (KTVZ) — SFF Presents announces six summer creativity camps for middle and high school-aged students at Sisters Art Works, 204 W. Adams Ave., set to take place in July and August. The nonprofit has partnered with regional teaching artists to create these fun-filled sessions of art, music, theater, and self-expression. Registration opens
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A fire early Thursday morning destroyed a large, unoccupied home undergoing a major remodel north of Sisters, and losses are estimated at $2.5 million. The State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of the blaze.
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