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Small-town success: Young Iowa landscape pro builds his dream business one property at a time
Trusty, Suz. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. September. 27(9): p. B1-B2.

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Weathering the challenges: Minnesota's Arteka Companies is resilient through diversity
Brzozowski, Carol. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. September. 27(9): p. B4, B6-B7.

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Cooperating to move forward: Small Nebraska city comes together in a big "green" way
Trusty, Suz. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. August. 27(8): p. B1-B3.

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The path less travelled: The Pizzo companies fulfill a need for ecological landscape services
Schipper, K. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. August. 27(8): p. B4, B6.

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A half-century perspective: Milwaukee's Matt Stano likes what he sees in the industry's future
Lambertson, Giles. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. July. 27(7): p. B1-B3.

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Building a culture of growth: Ohio's Exscape Designs relies upon its dedicated, empowered team
Ingles, Mike. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. June. 27(6): p. B1-B3.

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5 things to do when times get tough
Rak, Steve II. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. June. 27(6): p. B6.

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The TNT brothers: Tommy and Nate Thompson commit themselves to a "growing" company
Hall, Ron. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. May. 27(5): p. B1-B2.

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Hardly missing a beat: Green View Landscaping didn't let massive fire affect its service
Brzozowski, Carol. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. May. 27(5): p. B4, B6.

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The total package: The Weidner Group offers clients both outside & inside living solutions
Ingles, Mike. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. April. 27(4): p. B1-B2.

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Second-stage business blues: Ohio landscape pro learns that reaching each goal brings new challenges
Crain, Tom. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. April. 27(4): p. B6-B9.

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The five deadly fears of e-newsletter publishing...and how to overcome them
Katz, Michael. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. April. 27(4): p. B10-B11.

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Checks & balances: Grant & power landscaping makes the 'grade' with clients in suburban Chicago
Brzozowski, Carol. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. February. 27(2): p. B1-B2, B4.

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Acres of success: The Acres Group serving Chicago for the past 31 years
Brzozowski, Carol. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. January. 27(1): p. B6, B8-B10.

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Looking ahead with optimism: Chicagoland's James Martin Associates builds a stronger presence in residential maintenance
Riggs, Nancy. 2014. Turf [Central Edition]. January. 27(1): p. B14-B15.

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University of Louisville commits to sustainability: Multi-departmental approach greens a vibrant 309-acre urban campus
Trusty, Suz. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. December. 26(12): p. B1-B4.

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Marvelously Grand: Experienced grounds pros frame Mackinac Island's Grand Hotel with seasonal beauty
Crain, Tom. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. November. 26(11): p. B1-B3.

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All-season performer: Michigan's Witte Lawn Maintenance providing landscape and snow services for 56 years
Higley, Cheryl. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. November. 26(11): p. B4-B6.

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The tide is turning: Chicago-area landscape pro says value, not price, will win out
Brzozowski, Carol. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. October. 26(10): p. B1-B3.

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Wearing many hats: Horticultural Impression's Aaron Jung loves solving problems
Trusty, Suz. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. October. 26(10): p. B4, B6, B8.

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It's a gas: Ohio landscape contractor converts vehicle fleet to CNG for long-term savings
Ingles, Mike. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. September. 26(9): p. B1-B3.

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High five: Specializing in commercial maintenance for condominiums and HOAs
White, Patrick. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. September. 26(9): p. B4, B6, B8.

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Success is no fairy tale: Brothers Grimm Landscape & Design Services pins growth to constant improvement
Brzozowski, Carol. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. September. 26(9): p. B10-B13.

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There's no substitute for safety: David Snodgrass says the industry is making progress with safety but has more work to do
Hall, Ron. 2013. Turf. August. 26(8): p. B6, B8-B9.

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Ohio firm embraces the "Big Hug": Suncrest Gardens strives for full-circle, four-season customer service
Brzozowski, Carol. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. July. 26(7): p. B1-B4, B6-B7.

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Changing focus: Lupfer Landscaping moves ahead by providing sustainable landscape solutions
Riggs, Nancy. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. June. 26(6): p. B1-B2.

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Building a smart team: Christy Webber counts on talented managers to drive her firm's success
Riggs, Nancy. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. May. 26(5): p. B1-B3.

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Connecting people to plants: Three decades later, Heidi Heiland still passionate about landscaping
Harris, Alex. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. May. 26(5): p. B4, B6.

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Mechanizing for multitasking: UND's grounds managers get the most out of versatile equipment
Smith, Stormy. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. May. 26(5): p. B8-B10.

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One step at a time: Ambitious young Ohio partners determined to build a premium brand
Hall, Ron. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. May. 26(5): p. B12-B14.

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Large, complex projects welcome: Richard Poynter builds one of St. Louis County's most respected firms
Riggs, Nancy. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. April. 26(4): p. B1-B3.

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The family of outdoor service providers: If The Groundskeeper can't provide the service, you probably don't need it
Trusty, Suz. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. April. 26(4): p. B4, B6-B9.

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A beautiful idea: A roundtable discussion opened Roger Myers' eyes to the need to broaden his Ohio firm's scope
Trusty, Suz. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. March. 26(3): p. B1-B4.

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Ohio proud and growing: The McCullough clan takes its family business to the next level of service
Ingles, Mike. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. February. 26(2): p. B1-B3.

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Catching a trend on the grow: Erosion control the right call at the right time for this North Dakota outfit
Posel, Paul. 2013. Turf [Central Edition]. February. 26(2): p. B4, B6.

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SBA programs to provide working capital: Some options to consider when local (private) financing is not available
Ingles, Jackie. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. December. 25(12): p. B10-B11.

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Succeeding in suburban Chicago: K&D Enterprises Landscape Management continues to grow despite economic challenges
Riggs, Nancy. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. November. 25(11): p. B1-B3.

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Fantastic options for non-turf areas: Beautiful, easy-to-maintain ground cover options that delight clients
Trusty, Suz. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. November. 25(11): p. B4-B7.

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Jack Robertson sees more growth for lawn care: In his 35th year in the industry, this successful Springfield, Ill., operator isn't about to hang it up
Riggs, Nancy. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. May. 25(5): p. B1-B3.

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Helping nature go naitive again: Owens Community College students and other volunteers show what PLANET Day of Service is all about
Hall, Ron. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. May. 25(5): p. B10, B12, B14.

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Now's not the time to tinker
Rak, Steve II. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. May. 25(5): p. B16-B17.

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Planting a seed for success: Third-generation plantsman Mark Halla and his wife Kay returned to Minnesota to start a relationship-centered business
Riggs, Nancy. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. February. 25(2): p. B1-B3.

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Cloverleaf brings competitors together: Eight land care companies in Troy, Ohio, team up to keep a major highway interchange beautifully landscaped
Grahl, Cindy. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. February. 25(2): p. B4, B6-B7.

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The dream team: Milwaukee landscape firms join forces to provide sustainable solutions
Crain, Tom. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. February. 25(2): p. B8-B10.

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Getting aggressive: Twin brothers are double-teaming the central Illinois market with their growing Bellas Landscaping
Riggs, Nancy. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. January. 25(1): p. B1-B3.

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Champion of turfgrass: A half-century after beginning his career advancing turfgrass science, Dr. James "Jim" Beard is still hard at it
Trusty, Suz. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. January. 25(1): p. B4-B6.

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Your can't-miss plan to sell $1 million in maintenance: Longtime industry consultant Kevin Kehoe shares the process from prospecting to the "yes" or "no" decision
Hall, Ron. 2012. Turf [Central Edition]. January. 25(1): p. B12, B14.

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Off and running: Indiana Lawn Care owner keeps learning and growing
White, Patrick. 2011. Turf [Central Edition]. December. 24(12): p. B1-B3.

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When the pieces come together: Contractors successfully partner on a new western Illinois park project
Riggs, Nancy. 2011. Turf [Central Edition]. December. 24(12): p. B4, B6-B7.

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Seek and succeed: Stuck in a rut, Arkansas landscaper Terry Delany sought the guidance of people eager to help him become an entrepreneur
Hall, Ron. 2011. Turf [Central Edition]. October. 24(10): p. B1-B4.

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Local and loving it: By treating his customers like respected neighbors, Kansas City's Mike Allmon sees greater opportunity in his intentionally small service area
Brzozowski, Carol. 2011. Turf [Central Edition]. October. 24(10): p. B6, B8.

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All-service approach: Topeka landscape discovers that "doing it all" builds loyal customers
Brzozowski, Carol. 2011. Turf [Central Edition]. October. 24(10): p. B10-B13.

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Sign of the times: Lawn care pro moves into turf marker marketing
White, Patrick. 2011. Turf [Central Edition]. October. 24(10): p. B14-B15.

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Boost client retention: Off-season strategies to keep customers loyal to you
Volz, Wayne. 2011. Turf [Central Edition]. October. 24(10): p. B16, B18.

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Your plate too full?: Learn to delegate in order to grow your company
Rak, Steve II. 2011. Turf [Central Edition]. October. 24(10): p. B20, B22.

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Education is key: College program helps take lawn care business to next level
Brzozowski, Carol. 2011. Turf [Central Edition]. May. 24(5): p. B1-B3.

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Competitive Edge: Staying ahead of the lawn care crowd
Riggs, Nancy. 2011. Turf [Central Edition]. May. 24(5): p. B4, B6.

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