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Fastlink of all records from this publication with section name Central region

The fastlink for this record is: https://tic.msu.edu/tgif/flink?SCODE=TURCE&SECTF=Central region
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High-end components for high-end lawns: Keith Harvey is committed to turf quality and water conservation
Dale, Don. 2008. Turf [Central Edition]. November. 21(11): p. B10-B13.

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Parks expand as Oakdale grows: Acquiring and maintaining recreational facilities
Trusty, Suz. 2008. Turf [Central Edition]. April. 19(4): p. B8-B13.

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Establishing the gardens at Ewing Cultural Center: A major renovation follows the vision of ISU's founder
Riggs, Nancy. 2008. Turf: Central. March. 19(3): p. B1, B4, B24-B25.

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Newer bentgrass cultivars: Promising turf for cool, humis regions
Riggs, Nancy. 2008. Turf: Central. February. 19(2): p. B1-B2.

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Tea time: A twist on classic compost
Duffy, Marcia Passos. 2008. Turf: Central. February. 19(2): p. B4, B6, B18.

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Classic and modern regrassing and renovation at Westmoor
Labbance, Bob. 2008. Turf [Central Edition]. January. 19(1): p. B8-B11, B27.

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Sports turf specialists: The three musketeers of the Branson Reorganized School District
Trusty, Suz. 2008. Turf [Central Edition]. January. 19(1): p. B12-B17.

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Caring for multiple fields: Kevin Vaughn takes care of an active sports town
Trusty, Suz. 2007. Turf: Central. December. 18(12): p. B1-B2, B4, B24.

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Corn-based fertilizer: The University of Illinois has high hopes for this organic product
Riggs, Nancy. 2007. Turf: Central. December. 18(12): p. B6, B8.

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Maximizing return on employees: Get the best from start to finish
Trusty, Steve. 2007. Turf: Central. December. 18(12): p. B18-B19.

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People and profitable work: The keys to business success
Riggs, Nancy. 2007. Turf: Central. November. 18(11): p. B1-B2, B4, B6.

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Up on the green roof: Growing industry presents new safety challenges
Mulhern, Barbara. 2007. Turf: Central. November. 18(11): p. B8, B10, B22.

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Loyalty lawn care keeps on growing: Clear communication is critical
Wilson, Molly. 2007. Turf: Central. November. 18(11): p. B12, B14.

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Ball State University: Moving forward in Muncie
Trusty, Steve; Trusty, Suz. 2007. Turf: Central. October. 18(10): p. B1-B2, B4, B6.

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One-stop shop: John Deere Landscapes has it all
Riggs, Nancy. 2007. Turf: Central. October. 18(10): p. B18, B28.

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Managing a working museum: Historic resort features courses from three eras of America golf
Labbance, Bob. 2007. Turf: Central. October. 18(10): p. B12, B14, B16-B17, B30-B31.

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Safety on the budget: Ideas for companies with limited resources
Mulhern, Barbara. 2007. Turf: Central. September. 18(9): p. B22, B24, B27.

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The future of buffalograss: New lines promise higher seed yield
Riggs, Nancy. 2007. Turf: Central. September. 18(9): p. B1-B3.

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Sign of the times: Three generations of change in the power equipment business
White, Patrick. 2007. Turf: Central. September. 18(9): p. B10, B12.

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Growing with the Komets: From school bus driver to grounds technician
Trusty, Suz. 2007. Turf: Central. August. 18(8): p. B1-B4, B24.

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The great cover-up: Controlling erosion with blankets, mats and geosynthetics
Powell, Tracy. 2007. Turf: Central. August. 18(8): p. B10, B12.

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Traveling for automatic deductions
Battersby, Mark E. 2007. Turf: Central. August. 18(8): p. B14, B16.

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Success for the captains: Creating fan-friendly facilities
Trusty, Steve; Trusty, Suz. 2007. Turf: Central. July. 18(7): p. B1-B5, B19.

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Turf test at the first tee: Finding the best grass for Cleveland-area greens
Labbance, Bob. 2007. Turf: Central. July. 18(7): p. B6, B8, B10.

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Small town, big success
Setzman, Meredith. 2007. Turf: Central. July. 18(7): p. B12, B14.

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Turn grass into gas: The search for new biofuel sources turns to the prairie
Riggs, Nancy. 2007. Turf: Central. June. 18(6): p. B1-B3, B28.

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A double makeover: Lawn care on the small screen means big changes
Setzman, Meredith. 2007. Turf: Central. June. 18(6): p. B8, B24.

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Putting water where it's needed: Tri-County Irrigation and Plumbing
Riggs, Nancy. 2007. Turf: Central. May. 18(5): p. B1-B4, B18.

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School days: Maintaining high school and college fields
Trusty, Suz. 2007. Turf: Central. May. 18(5): p. B6, B8, B10.

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In the trenches: Drainage solutions for surface water woes
White, Patrick. 2007. Turf: Central. May. 18(5): p. B12-B15, B22.

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When a renovation really isn't: A new design for the old Naperville Country Club
Labbance, Bob. 2007. Turf: Central. April. 18(4): p. B10, B12, B14.

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Cutting-edge turf: An innovative Midwest sod farm
Riggs, Nancy. 2007. Turf: Central. March. 18(3): p. B1-B4.

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Green grounds make big impact: Continuing growth in the turf industry
Womack, Rocky. 2007. Turf: Central. March. 18(3): p. B6, B8.

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Size matters: Using small trees in the landscape
Fech, John C. 2007. Turf: Central. March. 18(3): p. B10, B12.

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Getting rid of Poa: Removal research encouraging
Riggs, Nancy. 2007. Turf: Central. January. 18(1): p. B6, B8-B10.

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Tough turf: Finding a balance between looks and durability
Holbert, Nancy. 2007. Turf: Central. January. 18(1): p. B18.

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Organic lawn seed: Entering the retail/wholesale market
Duffy, Marcia Passos. 2006. Turf: Central. November. 17(11): p. B9.

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Greenspace development: Low maintenance is key
Riggs, Nancy. 2006. Turf: Central. November. 17(11): p. B10, B12, B14, B16.

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Revamping Wright: The restoration of historic Westcott House
Powell, Tracy. 2006. Turf: Central. October. 17(10): p. B1, B4, B6.

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Solving a turfgrass mystery: Research looks at Poa trivialis control
Riggs, Nancy. 2006. Turf: Central. October. 17(10): p. B8, B10.

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Research trends: Fresh faces and new perspectives on the future of turfgrass
Dale, Don. 2006. Turf: Central. October. 17(10): p. B16, B18-B19.

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Reaching for the stars: Landscapes for a growing area
Riggs, Nancy. 2006. Turf: Central. September. 17(9): p. B1, B4, B6.

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Full disclosure on phosphorus: BMPs for maximizing efficiency and stewardship
Powell, Tracy. 2006. Turf: Central. September. 17(9): p. B8, B10.

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Toyota Park pride: A new soccer stadium lights up Chicago's southland
Powell, Tracy. 2006. Turf: Central. August. 17(8): p. B1, B4, B22.

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Angus Links: From cattle and corn to golf and turf
Riggs, Nancy. 2006. Turf: Central. August. 17(8): p. B6, B8, B10.

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Letting it go to rust: Are you making any money with your equipment?
Phagan, Bill. 2006. Turf: Central. July. 17(7): p. B4.

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Communication is key: Sharing grounds management duties
Riggs, Nancy. 2006. Turf: Central. July. 17(7): p. B6, B8, B10-B11.

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Finding the facts: Phosphorus studies at MSU
Powell, Tracy. 2006. Turf: Central. July. 17(7): p. B12, B14.

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Fertility brothers: Two turf professionals linked together
Talbot, Becky. 2006. Turf: Central. June. 17(6): p. B14-B15.

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Weed-out test: Mulch + herbicide = long-term weed control?
Powell, Tracy. 2006. Turf: Central. May. 17(5): p. B10, B32.

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Curing through the grapevine: The power of communication in solving disease issues
McCabe, Barbara. 2006. Turf: Central. May. 17(5): p. B14-B15.

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Turning grass into gas: Scientists see potential in turf production
Riggs, Nancy. 2006. Turf: Central. April. 17(4): p. B1-B4.

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New approach, new profits: Natural weed control offers bottom-line growth
Riggs, Nancy. 2006. Turf: Central. March. 17(3): p. B1-B5.

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New control for bentgrass: Research to make your job easier
Riggs, Nancy. 2006. Turf: Central. February. 17(2): p. B6, B8.

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Breaking new ground new techniques for runoff control
Dysart, J. W. 2006. Turf: Central. January. 17(1): p. B18.

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Market focus: Dealer digs out a place in this expanding field
Riggs, Nancy. 2005. Turf: Central. November. 16(11): p. B1, B4, B6.

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No ordinary education: Exploring green options at K-State
Powell, Tracy. 2005. Turf: Central. November. 16(11): p. B8.

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From farm to fabulous: Windy City resort replaces former dairy operation
Riggs, Nancy. 2005. Turf: Central. October. 16(10): p. B1, B3-B4.

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Growing the next generation: Turfgrass studies at South Dakota State
Powell, Tracy. 2005. Turf: Central. October. 16(10): p. B6, B8.

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A class of its own: One school's exceptional grounds keep shining
Trusty, Steve; Trusty, Suz. 2005. Turf: Central. September. 16(9): p. B1-B4, B6, B36, B39.

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Top-shelf turf tigers: A thorough green education at Mizzou
Powell, Tracy. 2005. Turf: Central. September. 16(9): p. B8, B10.

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Play ball! Managing and maintaining new athletic fields
Riggs, Nancy. 2005. Turf: Central. August. 16(8): p. B1-B4.

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Turf badgers: Green degrees at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
Powell, Tracy. 2005. Turf: Central. July. 16(7): p. B1, B4.

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Family-friendly fairways: Easy play is hard work for the super
Holbert, Nancy. 2005. Turf: Central. July. 16(7): p. B14-B16.

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Seed that is from 'round here: Growing native grass seed proves profitable
Riggs, Nancy. 2005. Turf: Central. June. 16(6): p. B1, B4, B20.

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Windy city windfall: One woman's Chicago landscape success
Powell, Tracy. 2005. Turf: Central. June. 16(6): p. B6, B8, B10.

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Corporate landscapes: Helping companies look their best
Riggs, Nancy. 2005. Turf: Central. May. 16(5): p. B1, B3-B4.

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Early warning system: Sensing technology holds promise for disease detection
Riggs, Nancy. 2005. Turf: Central. April. 16(4): p. B1-B2, B4.

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The Spartan edge: Inside MSU's soil science programs
Powell, Tracy. 2005. Turf: Central. April. 16(4): p. B6, B8.

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Industry legends: Bob Williams
Labbance, Bob. 2005. Turf: Central. March. 16(3): p. B14-B16, B18.

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Haven for research: Green options abound at the University of Illinois
Powell, Tracy. 2005. Turf: Central. March. 16(3): p. B22-B24.

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Fast greens at Westwood CC
McCabe, Barbara. 2005. Turf: Central. March. 16(3): p. B12-B13.

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Using green to make green: Parks contribute to tourism
Riggs, Nancy. 2005. Turf: Central. February. 16(2): p. B1-B2, B4.

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Landscape sophistication: Meeting high society's high expectations
Riggs, Nancy. 2005. Turf: Central. January. 16(1): p. B1-B2, B4.

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Faith and expertise: The first step in a renovation is always the most difficult
Labbance, Bob. 2005. Turf: Central. January. 16(1): p. B8-B10.

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"V" for victory: Beyond the straight and narrow in snowplow technology
White, Patrick. 2005. Turf: Central. January. 16(1): p. B14, B16.

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Replacing riprap: Biodegradable, yet durable, erosion control answers
Northcutt, Greg. 2005. Turf: Central. January. 16(1): p. B18, B21-B22.

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Go time: Duking it out with cottonwoods and cinder-based soil
Riggs, Nancy. 2004. Turf: Central. December. 15(12): p. B1-B5.

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Higher, greener education: Deep roots and broad scope at Purdue
Powell, Tracy. 2004. Turf: Central. November. 15(11): p. B6, B8.

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Gold medal grass: Celebrating and Olympic anniversary
Labbance, Bob. 2004. Turf: Central. October. 15(10): p. B1-B4, B6-B7.

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EPA changes that affect you
Dysart, Joe. 2004. Turf: Central. October. 15(10): p. B8-B9.

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Customer service success: Green industry gear grows west
Riggs, Nancy. 2004. Turf: Central. September. 15(9): p. B1-B2, B4.

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A hint of MacKenzie: Sustaining Alister MacKenzie integrity at OSU course
Labbance, Bob. 2004. Turf: Central. August. 15(8): p. B1-B2, B4-B5.

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Aerate and conquer: Fighting compaction and the elements
Riggs, Nancy. 2004. Turf: Central. August. 15(8): p. B6, B8-B9.

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Gateway to stonewolf: Challenging maintenance a stone's throw away from bustling St. Louis
Riggs, Nancy. 2004. Turf: Central. July. 15(7): p. B1-B2, B4.

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Choosing gear wisely
Tilton, Lynn. 2004. Turf: Central. June. 15(6): p. B1-B2, B24-B25.

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Roses are red: And the doctor is in to keep them that way
Coughlin, Jessica. 2004. Turf: Central. June. 15(6): p. B22.

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Out with the old, in with the new: New GM bentgrass and ag chemical studies, GPA improvement
Dysart, Joe. 2004. Turf: Central. May. 15(5): p. B12-B13.

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Taking a breather: Lakeside CC remains bubble of serenity among city life
Riggs, Nancy. 2004. Turf: Central. May. 15(5): p. B14, B16-B17, B20-B23.

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Bud of the briar: Annbriar GC blossoms among urban thorns
Riggs, Nancy. 2004. Turf: Central. April. 15(4): p. B1-B2, B4.

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Another British invasion
Barnett, Ron. 2004. Turf: Central. March. 15(3): p. B14-B16.

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A run for the money
Riggs, Nancy. 2004. Turf: Central. March. 15(3): p. B1-B2, B4, B6-B7.

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Rites of Spring
McCabe, Barbara. 2004. Turf: Central. March. 15(3): p. B24-B27.

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In the name of health: Imaging makes gains in turf technology
Riggs, Nancy. 2004. Turf: Central. February. 15(2): p. B1-B2, B4, B6.

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Star-quality sports field
Barnett, Ron. 2004. Turf: Central. February. 15(2): p. B24, B26.

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Maturing gracefully: Munie Outdoor Services grows and develops
Riggs, Nancy. 2004. Turf: Central. January. 15(1): p. B1-B2, B4.

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This ain't no gravy train: Even rich loam at RailSide Golf Club has its disadvantages
Riggs, Nancy. 2003. Turf: Central. December. 14(12): p. B1-B2, B4-B5.

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Tractor training: Proper safety practices prevent accidents
White, Patrick. 2003. Turf: Central. December. 14(12): p. B6-B7, B8-B9.

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The cooler side of sod: Cooling Sod Farm supplies turf at its freshest
Riggs, Nancy. 2003. Turf: Central. November. 14(11): p. B1-B2, B4.

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High water level a high priority: Drainage upgrade is first step in Lincoln Greens' renovation
Riggs, Nancy. 2003. Turf: Central. August. 14(8): p. B1-B2, B15.

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There's art in them there hills: Longaberger course stands out from hollow to hilltop
Labbance, Bob. 2003. Turf: Central. July. 14(7): p. B1-B4.

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State of the industry address: Where will you find your next technician?
Anonymous. 2003. Turf: Central. July. 14(7): p. B13.

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Weather instruments: More than just thermometers
Yerges, Mark. 2003. Turf: Central. June. 14(6): p. B22-B24.

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Out of the ashes: Inventory management proves invaluable at Crestwicke GC
Riggs, Nancy. 2003. Turf: Central. March. 14(3): p. B1-B3, B5-B6.

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Upgrading from the 1940s: Lake of the Woods GC charts its course to success
Riggs, Nancy. 2003. Turf: Central. February. 14(2): p. B1, B3, B19.

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Promising research for Poa trivialis: Good news for Midwest growers
Riggs, Nancy. 2003. Turf: Central. January. 14(1): p. B1-B3.

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Environmental focus assures rural feeling: Being a steward of the land at Heritage Bluffs
Riggs, Nancy. 2002. Turf: Central. December. 13(12): p. B1-B2, B23.

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Just like the old country: Successful links-style golf at GC of Dublin
Labbance, Bob. 2002. Turf: Central. December. 13(12): p. B7-B8, B10, B18-B19.

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Checkered flags and rolling fairways: Brickyard Crossing Golf Course complements Indy Speedway
Riggs, Nancy. 2002. Turf: Central. November. 13(11): p. B1-B3.

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Tradition, cooperation and timing in Peoria: Bradley University shines in the heartland
Riggs, Nancy. 2002. Turf: Central. October. 13(10): p. B1-B3.

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Eradicating erosion: Making it pay for your business
Powell, Tracy. 2002. Turf: Central. August. 13(8): p. B12-B13.

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High quality headquarters: Aeration essential in clay-based soil
Riggs, Nancy. 2000. Turf: Central. December. p. B1, B3.

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Grow in at Timber Creek: The unique challenges of a new course
Riggs, Nancy. 1999. Turf: Central. December. p. B1, B4.

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Adelphia Coliseum: Tifsport turf scores in new stadium
Harler, Curt. 1999. Turf: Central. December. p. B2-B3.

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Back to natural grass: Modern systems help return sportsfields to real turf
Trusty, Steve; Trusty, Suz. 1999. Turf: Central. July. p. B2-B4, B6-B9.

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Turfgrass Winter injury: Science and management
Rossi, Frank. 1999. Turf: Central. February. p. B1-B5.

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Learning by trial and error: Helpful advice for building your business
Burchfield, Gary F. 1998. Turf: Central. September. p. B1-B5.

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Improving public perceptions: Enhancing the image of grounds maintenance
Schweitzer, Micheal. 1998. Turf: Central. September. p. B11-B14.

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Bay Harbor: A miraculous transformation
Labbance, Bob. 1998. Turf: Central. February. p. A5, B1-B4, B6-B7.

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Breaking hallowed ground: Field renovation at Notre Dame Stadium
Goforth, Alan. 1998. Turf: Central. January. p. A5, B1, B3-B4.

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Motz sports turf: Giving atheltic playing fields optimum conditioning
Clayton, Deborah S. 1997. Turf: Central. December. p. B8-B9.

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Lugnuts in Lansing: Michigan State University turfgrass program lends expertise to create and maintain the perfect playing field for minor league baseball
Lehnert, Dick. 1996. Turf: Central. June. p. 5, B1-B3.

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