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  • Alien invasion threatens Sisters

    Maret Pajutee|Updated Jun 17, 1997

    Aliens have invaded and they are taking over the town of Sisters. New colonies are forming everywhere. But don't call the X Files; these green aliens are not from outer space. They are aggressive, nonnative plants, noxious weeds which are rapidly degrading native plant and wildlife habitats and eroding land values in Central Oregon. Look carefully at local roadways, the industrial park, and vacant lots. You'll notice that areas which supported native shrubs and wildflowers a year ago are now dominated by Spotted or Diffuse Kn... Full story

  • Tinted trees are not terminal

    Maret Pajutee|Updated Jun 10, 1997

    Redtinged pine trees along forest roads have forest watchers concerned about some new blight or damage from wildfires. But the red cast to the pine trees is expected in the aftermath of prescribed fire. According to Fire Specialist Mark Rapp, during the first few weeks after a wet spring burn people venturing to the forests will see blackened tree boles, small dead trees, blackened shrub stems, and lots of red needles caused by fire scorch and heat pulses. The red needles do not always mean the trees are dead. Trees with 15... Full story