Sisters, OR

December 14, 1939 to August 31, 2026-Ted was Born in Portland, Oregon, and passed away in San Jose, Philippines. Parents Arthur and Helen Hoff. He had two younger sisters and […]

Cheryl Pellerin, an incumbent, leads the race for Sisters City Council with 32 percent of the vote; Therese Kollerer stands at 27.5 percent and Rick Retzman at 21.6 percent. The top two vote-getters will serve a four-year term and the third-place finisher will serve for two years. Incumbent Gary Ross is trailing with 17 percent of the vote. Interim Sheriff Ty Rupert holds a commanding lead in the...

There’s no doubt that the Harmony Farm Sanctuary is a godsend for rescued farm animals — but what’s in it for us humans? As soon as a visitor arrives at the Harmony Farm Sanctuary outside of Sisters, four-legged creatures of all shapes and sizes are eager to meet the new face. (“Maybe he has something […] The post Harmony Farm Sanctuary Benefits Humans as Well as Animals appeared first on The Source - Bend, Oregon.

Since the local school shooting, many wonder if we are doing enough for our youth. Naturally, media and conversation fill with failure theories. While this analysis is important, when ready, grief can inspire positive action. There are many successful youth programs to support. This is why, last week, I found myself panting up a mountain bike trail on Barnes Butte in Prineville. I paused to catch...

Sisters is a caring community that supports those with medical needs in a variety of ways. Sisters Transportation and Ride Share (STARS) is recognized across the state as a premier organization for providing healthcare access to those who need it through rides for non-emergency medical care. Volunteers give their time energy and care, and donors and grantors help keep those rides free and...

A barometer for the health of a community is how it supports its youth. Sisters Country gets an “A” on that report card — and it also supports lifelong learning. Mentorship can be a critical form of support for young people, who may struggle in a time when it’s not so easy to be a kid. In a community like Sisters, the most powerful gift we can offer a young person is consistent, caring support. Ci...

A group of Sisters Country locals have banded together under the title of “Friends of Fryrear Road” (FOFR). Forming with the broad goal of addressing local water/land infrastructure concerns at the local, county, and state levels, as a collective voice. Much of the focus of this group so far has been addressing concerns about rezoning farmland acreage in the area into smaller, residential parcels...

Sisters Country is a thriving place — but there remain many needs in the community. Some local folks struggle to put good nutritious food on the table, or to find housing. Some need help getting to medical appointments and some need assistance accessing healthcare. Fortunately, there are dozens of nonprofits serving Sisters and the greater Central Oregon community, bringing together skilled and kn...

The new owners of The Lodge Retirement Community in Sisters have announced that they plan to restore assisted living services. Bend-based CRH Northwest is planning to focus on welcoming residents, expanding senior living options, and becoming a more connected part of the Sisters community. “The Lodge is a special place, and Sisters is a special town,” said Don Tavolacci, CEO and co-founder of CRH...

Seed to Table Oregon is seeking its next Sisters Farmers Market manager, as longtime market leader Willa Bauman prepares to step down from her position to pursue a new chapter: starting her own farm. Under Bauman’s leadership, the Sisters Farmers Market has continued to grow as a vibrant gathering place for the community, connecting local farmers, ranchers, food producers, artisans, and neighbors....