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Toledo lumber mill to close, putting 50 out of work in seventh Oregon mill closure in 2024
It's the seventh timber mill to shut down this year across Oregon, following the closure of Malheur Lumber Co. late last week. “They’re shutting the power off Aug. 1, is what I’ve been told ...
Malheur Lumber Co. closes, marking fifth Oregon mill shutdown this year
In addition, a previous timber mill, Prairie Wood Products in Eastern Oregon, suspended operations and laid off the majority ...
Park in Japan dethrones Portland's famous Mill Ends Park as smallest in the world
Guinness World Records says the smallest park in the world is now in Japan, measuring 372 square inches; 80 square inches ...
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Trump’s timber directives could sway Oregon forest policy, but market effects remain unclear
President Donald Trump called on agencies to expand domestic timber supply. That could influence prospective forest polices ...
Mass timber company breaks ground on $117 million facility in Millersburg
The manufacturing facility is expected to open in 2026. It expects to get wood from the sawmill in Philomath, which is expected to reopen in 2027.
Banks-Vernonia State Trail offers warm campout, unique look into Oregon's timber history
The trail is made for cruising through a northwest Oregon forest; plus, you can also enjoy 13 old railroad trestles that give you a flavor for the area’s history.