https://www.wcmu.org/tags/u-s-forest-service U.S. Forest Service en-US Copyright Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:19:11 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-04-07/trump-administration-plans-closure-of-4-michigan-forestry-research-centers The Trump administration will close four Michigan research facilities amid broader consolidation at the U.S. Forest Service. Critics called the move ‘very disappointing’ and a blow to Michigan’s millions of acres of forests. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:19:11 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-04-07/trump-administration-plans-closure-of-4-michigan-forestry-research-centers Kelly House, Bridge Michigan https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-03-04/us-plans-to-clear-cut-in-michigan-forest-some-fear-for-endangered-species The project would involve logging, gravel mine expansion and forest restoration efforts. Some groups are opposed because they worry about environmental impacts and a decrease in off-road vehicle trails. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:47:22 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-03-04/us-plans-to-clear-cut-in-michigan-forest-some-fear-for-endangered-species Laura Herberg, Bridge Michigan, David Nicholas https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-10-11/federal-wildfire-policy-sparks-debate-timber-or-trees The Trump administration’s forest policy initiatives are being promoted as a way to reduce wildfire risks, but some critics say they put too much focus on economics and not enough on the environment. Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:00:00 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-10-11/federal-wildfire-policy-sparks-debate-timber-or-trees Samantha Ku https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-06/trees080525 A spokesperson says they didn't plant jack pine trees this year due to a "dormancy issue" with young trees. The trees are the only habitat where the Kirtland's Warbler can live. Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:44:11 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-06/trees080525 Masha Smahliuk https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-03-05/u-s-forest-service-firings-decimate-already-understaffed-agency-its-catastrophic "We are losing an entire generation of talent and passion." Wed, 05 Mar 2025 22:34:45 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-03-05/u-s-forest-service-firings-decimate-already-understaffed-agency-its-catastrophic Izzy Ross, Katie Myers | BPR, Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco | WBEZ https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-02-20/a-nightmare-dozens-of-michigan-forest-service-workers-lose-jobs Two union leaders in Michigan confirmed with WCMU that at least 15 people from Huron-Manistee, 14 from Hiawatha and eight from the Ottawa national forests were affected by the layoffs. Thu, 20 Feb 2025 22:38:01 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-02-20/a-nightmare-dozens-of-michigan-forest-service-workers-lose-jobs Teresa Homsi https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-06-12/usda-and-sierra-club-highlight-urban-forestry-in-lansing-visit Representatives from the U.S. Forest Service are promoting a federal initiative that is steering $32 million in urban forestry grants to Michigan. Wed, 12 Jun 2024 23:11:46 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-06-12/usda-and-sierra-club-highlight-urban-forestry-in-lansing-visit Arjun Thakkar https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-03-08/wildland-firefighter-salary-requirements-pass-us-house-expiration-date-looms Wildland firefighters across Michigan are breathing a sigh of relief after the U.S. House of Representatives passed another funding bill earlier this week that renews salary requirements. But the bill is set to expire in September. WCMU's Rick Brewer explains. Thu, 07 Mar 2024 21:00:42 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-03-08/wildland-firefighter-salary-requirements-pass-us-house-expiration-date-looms Rick Brewer https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-03-05/forest-service-policy-aims-to-conserve-old-growth-forests-but-overlooks-logging A federal proposal aims to conserve existing old-growth forests and allow more mature trees to age peacefully. But the draft policy doesn't put a stop to logging old-growth and mature forests. Tue, 05 Mar 2024 14:56:52 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-03-05/forest-service-policy-aims-to-conserve-old-growth-forests-but-overlooks-logging Teresa Homsi https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2023-07-18/wildland-firefighters-fear-looming-pay-cuts-amid-labor-shortage A new Senate bill would make base salary requirements permanent for wildland firefighters. Tue, 18 Jul 2023 22:56:04 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2023-07-18/wildland-firefighters-fear-looming-pay-cuts-amid-labor-shortage Rick Brewer