DILLARD — On Monday, Roseburg Forest Products (RFP) in Dillard witnessed a gathering of “zombies.” These zombies weren’t seeking brains. Instead, they were seeking compensation for their service and union recognition. That horror-themed analogy is how the Local 2949 Lumber and Sawmill Workers union described the laid-off employees of RFP’s Dillard hardwood plywood facility as they picketed Monday afternoon. The gathering came after RFP announced Sept. 25 that it had discontinued operations at th

Can a forest fire boost biodiversity? The answer is yes—when properly controlled! 🔥 Restoration burns are conducted annually in Finnish national parks, state-owned and private forests. Fire damages trees, increasing decaying wood, which benefits species that depend on it for nutrition and habitat. ℹ️ These burnings are carefully planned. Trees are often cut in advance, and fire-fighting equipment is prepared to control the burn area. Firebreaks prevent the fire from spreading. 🐕 Dogs are used

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