Q: I see people advertising a cord of wood? What is a cord? – M.D., Newport News. A: A cord is a unit of measurement that is 128 cubic feet. The English word cord, meaning, “a small rope made by ...

Before purchasing a stack of wood, the Montana Department of Labor and Industry’s Weights and Measures Bureau has some tips to make sure the seller is giving what they’re advertising. Firewood is sold ...

Many people who buy cordwood for their home wood stoves admit they do not understand the transfer process. Some dealers talk in terms of a “rick,” a “rank” or a “pickup load.” Others mention a “face ...

The two most important words to remember when buying firewood are seasoned and hardwood. “Seasoned” means the logs have been given time to dry — six to 18 months, depending on their size. Fresh-cut or ...

Bill McGroarty has his tape measure ready. He’s just waiting for a chance to use it. McGroarty, Brookline’s Veterans Services Director, has plenty on his plate helping local veterans get jobs and ...

With colder weather just around the corner, lots of folks are buying firewood for the winter. But out there in the jungle, it's buyer beware, according to the county. Karen Overstreet, assistant ...