Weather is the other big determinant. A wet spring can create the right conditions for the blooming of many oak flowers, known as catkins and coons, a good sign of higher acorn numbers. On the ...

The red-cockaded woodpecker, an iconic bird in southeastern forests, has recovered enough of its population to be downlisted ...

As fall-like weather occurs across the state, Texas A&M Forest Service urges all Texans to help reduce the spread of oak wilt ...

Starts before Friday Fall Color Festival: 9 a.m. to sunset daily through Tuesday, Oct. 29, at the Morton Arboretum, 4100 ...

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When trying to decide what type of hardwood to install in your home, you may be considering either oak or olive. Discover the ...

What's in a wine barrel? Columnist Gus Clemens explores how wood, other factors impact quality, taste and more.

(Red Oak) -- Local fire officials say an electrical failure sparked a house fire in Red Oak early Wednesday morning. Red Oak Fire Chief John Bruce says a joint investigation between his department ...

There is a misconception that solid hardwood floors cost more than engineered hardwoods but this is not always the case. Yes, typically if you are comparing, say, a solid red oak hardwood floor ...

We understand the asking price is €6.5 million. Old oak woodlands are an extremely rare habitat in Ireland today. The Irish Environmental Network says the sale presents a unique opportunity for ...

Judy Wood, 72, of Greenfield, Iowa ... fueled by big plays and relentless red zone defense. The Cyclones ...