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We live in the shadow of mountains named after three women. One of the names for the river that runs through town came about because Native American

 Fuels specialists on the Sisters Ranger District plan to continue prescribed burning in the Metolius Basin south of the Metolius Meadows community along Forest Service Road 1419 on Wednesday and Thursday, if conditions remain favorable. As conditions allow, Sisters Ranger District fuels specialists plan to implement prescribed burns throughout the month of October for a targeted total of 1,100 acres of prescribed fire. In addition to the Metolius Basin, the district plans to implement prescribed burns in units located within the Sisters Area Fuels Reduction (SAFR) project and adjacent to Hig...

On Tuesday, Fuels specialists on the Sisters Ranger District plan to conduct a 120-acre prescribed burn in the Metolius Basin south of the Metolius Meadows community if favorable conditions persist. Ignitions are slated to begin mid-morning and continue throughout the day. Firefighters will mop-up and patrol the prescribed burn area for several days. No road closures are expected; however, drivers on Forest Service Roads 14 and 1419 may experience some smoke impacts. Fire managers will place signage where needed. A portion of the burn borders a half mile stretch of the Metolius-Windigo Trail. ...

Do you know someone who helps enhance Deschutes County communities by improving bicycling and walking conditions or by encouraging people to commute by walking or riding their bike? The Deschutes County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) is seeking nominations for the 2021 Big Chainring awards. The award program has recognized businesses, agencies, and individuals who make significant contributions to improving bicycling and walking conditions. Award categories include: Public Agency Nonprofit Organization Individual Special Project Commercial Business Advocacy Group Lifetime Ac...

On Tuesday, fuels specialists on the Sisters Ranger District plan to conduct a 120-acre prescribed burn in the Metolius Basin south of the Metolius Meadows community.