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Eric Dolson, Publisher

Action was rough and wild in the bull riding finals at Sisters Rodeo.

Kirby Nagelhout wins repair contract
Kirby Nagelhout Construction Company (KNCC) of Bend won the contract to repair extensive damage at Sisters High School at a special school board meeting on Thursday, June 14.

National Guard tackles forest projects
Sisters took on the appearance of a military base this week as approximately 300 troops of the 1249th Engineer Battalion of the Oregon Army National Guard moved into the area.

City approves cell tower lease
The City of Sisters signed off on a lease to allow a 120-foot cell phone tower in Sisters -- but the company that sought the lease may reject it.

Roper wins all-around at rodeo
Trevor Brazile drew All-Around Cowboy honors with high scores in both the calf roping and team roping at the Sisters Rodeo June 8-10.

Sisters graduates look to the future
The 53rd commencement of Sisters High School was the largest ever as 114 students made the partial transition from school years to adulthood on Thursday, June 7 at the high school gymnasium.

Deer vs. people in Sisters neighborhoods
Jim Smith was walking his dog along a street in Squawback Woods early Thursday morning, June 7, when he heard the clatter of hooves behind him.

Sewer project hits cash crunch
The effluent is flowing just like it should through Sisters' new sewer system. Cash flow is another matter.

Schools will add teachers next year
After several lean years, Sisters schools are feeling flush with an $8.4 million budget, approved by the school board last week.

Citizen input sought on new Sisters code
Sisters residents can weigh in on a new development code being crafted by the City of Sisters at public hearings on Wednesday, June 20, and Thursday, June 28.

Wizard Falls Hatchery sponsors kids' fishing day
Everyone in the state was invited to enjoy free fishing day last Saturday, June 9 -- no license required. At Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery, however, some lucky youngsters had a chance for something even more special.