Southern Loggin’ Times Associate Editor Jessica Johnson has the opportunity to visit Mehalic Logging, Inc. in Gurdon, Arkansas. Owner Steve Mehalic has an infectious laugh. The kind that when you hear it you can’t just help but laugh along with it. With his sense of humor, that infectious laugh and a strong camaraderie among his crew, composed of his father, brother, and just two others (non family members), Mehalic creates an easy working environment, even if it means the actual work isn’t easy. It’s been six or seven years, Mehalic estimates, since the job site has seen a reportable accident. A mix of good communication, seasoned woods workers and weekly safety meetings also help Mehalic keep a safe working environment.

Featured Story: “Infectious Laughter”

Written By: Jessica Johnson
Company: Mehalic Logging
Location: Gurdon, Arkansas
SLT Issue: March 2013

Check out other featured articles in the March 2013 issue of Southern Loggin’ Times magazine.
Southern Loggin’ Times March issue spotlights Mississippi brothers Don and Chad Grantham, whose family makes up the “G” in B&G Equipment. They are passionate about their business, and their commitment got them named the MLA Logger of the Year for 2012. Bill Clark and his son discuss how happy they are to have more work than they have time to do. Steve Mehalic’s great sense of humor creates an easy working environment for Mehalic Logging Inc. Also, sawmill managers express concern with log supply and overproduction.