Warm beginnings Rural fire districts have been rather hot places in Douglas County in recent months. Irate constituents have launched recall efforts in Winston-Dillard, Lookingglass and Fair Oaks, claiming they’ve been burned by officials who haven’t been listening to their concerns. With the smoke clearing, more residents in these areas are looking ahead to a brighter horizon. And in the Fair Oaks Rural Fire Department east of Sutherlin, new Fire Chief Robert Mock is doing his part to rebuild a district charred by discontent. Mock, 26, appears to be filled with energy and plans to restore the volunteer base, which …



