The Nugget Newspaper - News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon

In the late 1950’s after reading J. Edgar Hoover’s “Masters of Deceit,” my mom became convinced that our neighbors were communists. (One must understand that this was post-war America, my dad a World War II veteran, the slogans, “Loose... — Updated 9/28/2021 Full story

As I got into my car the other day to head home from work the warm aroma of homemade bread welcomed me. I’d stopped at Melvin’s (AKA Oliver Lemon’s, but we all still call it Melvin’s) and bought a loaf of Sparrow Bakery sourdough bread w... — Updated 6/23/2020 Full story

I began writing Glimpses of Sisters when an out of town friend emailed and asked me, “So, how are things in Mayberry?” She was treated to the long answer. Today during this time fraught with angst, I want to write about optimism, which is... — Updated 5/5/2020 Full story

A friend and colleague pointed out that ”Social Distancing” is much more difficult for extroverts than introverts. Makes sense. Sisters is a community of huggers. We don’t do the Euro thing of the double cheek buss (which always seems to be... — Updated 4/7/2020 Full story

Unless you’re Santa, rosy cheeks are not necessarily a sign of robust health. Wintertime in Sisters can be hard on the skin, and a little knowledge goes a long way toward warding off its effects and looking and feeling our best through t... — Updated 12/3/2019 Full story

Remember the Tin Man in "The Wizard of Oz?" Buddy Ebsen was cast in the role, but he had to be replaced after the aluminum makeup used with his costume made him gravely ill. Jack Haley took the role. Haley's makeup was mixed into a creamy... — Updated 4/24/2018 Full story

Among the many ingredients in skincare products, there are only a few that really make a difference and are backed by clinical studies. The skin absorbs up to 60 percent of whatever it comes in contact with. Consequently, when chemical prese... — Updated 10/4/2016 Full story

As we ease into spring, the days are growing longer by a half-hour every month. Warmer weather beckons us into our yards, gardens, parks and onto nature trails to hike, bike or walk the eager hounds - hungry for the sun. Protecting our skin... — Updated 3/8/2016 Full story

We humans are living longer, yet poor diet choices plus environmental changes are negatively affecting our bodies and our skin health. The skin is usually the first organ to show dramatic changes due to stress, hormonal fluctuations, poor... — Updated 10/14/2014 Full story

A basic understanding of the nature of hormone chemistry and resulting skin challenges at different stages of life is beneficial. It helps us as we progress from puberty to maturity, and learn how to care for our skin at each stage. Of the f... — Updated 3/11/2014 Full story

Winter skin-care in Sisters Country requires extra protection against harsh weather conditions due to lower moisture levels outside plus the drying effects of indoor heating. Skin-care professionals observe seasonal changes in client's skin... — Updated 11/26/2013 Full story