In 2020, the Almeda Fire devastated the Rogue Valley in Southern Oregon, destroying thousands of homes and intensifying an existing housing shortage. Among those who felt compelled to act were Jacob and Elize Fry. Although their home was unharmed, they were determined to provide housing for those displaced by the fire. The Frys used a...
Soft, stretchy plastics, like grocery bags and bubble wrap, are common in daily life. Disposing of them can be challenging. If left in landfills, these materials take centuries to break down, releasing harmful microplastics. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, over 3 million tons of plastic bags, sacks, and wraps ended up in U.S. landfills...