Patty Vaughan (TLC)Design-Build10 facts you probably didn’t know about Labor DayLabor Day is more than just firing up the grill, putting the feet up and of course, answering the occasional emergency phone call about work. To help appreciate the day a little bit more, here are some interesting facts about the holiday.September 1, 2014BusinessRISE Recognizes Mark Schlossberg with 2014 Grassroots Excellence AwardDuring its 24th annual meeting, RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment) recognized Mark Schlossberg, president of Pro-Lawn-Plus, with the 2014 Grassroots Excellence Award.August 29, 2014BusinessCountry Music Star Kip Moore Dedicates Song to Men, Women in ConstructionCountry music star Kip Moore has introduced a video dedicated to hard-working men and women in the construction industry. The video can be seen on Case Construction’s website.August 29, 2014BusinessTips for reseeding aging lawnsAs lawns grow older, they might need to be rejuvenated, replaced, or reseeded to help them survive and perform optimally. Reseeding is an easy way for landscapers to help bring a thinning lawn back to life.August 29, 2014BusinessTakeuchi Rolls Out Two Compact Wheel Loaders Designed for Tight SpacesTakeuchi-US is rolling out two additional compact wheel loaders off its assembly line. Equipped with EPA Final Tier 4 engines, the TW65 Series 2 and TW80 Series 2 feature a compact design that allows the loaders to move in tight spaces.August 28, 2014Oils & lubricantsProlong Super Lubricants Intros Heavy Duty Oil StabilizerProlong Super Lubricants introduced a Super Heavy Duty Oil Stabilizer designed to help solve lubrication-related problems such as engine noise, oil leaks and oil burning.August 28, 2014BusinessActor Vin Diesel Puts Twist on ALS ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’By now most people have heard about the ALS “Ice Bucket Challenge”. There have been a variety of videos from landscaping companies, celebrities and national icons dumping ice cold water over their heads and challenging others to dump water and donate.August 27, 2014BusinessDeere to Layoff More Workers in IowaIn addition to the 600 employees John Deere laid off last week at four Midwest locations, the company will let go approximately 460 employees at its Waterloo, Iowa facility.August 27, 2014BusinessSpring-Green Plants 10,000 Trees in Wisconsin ForestBack in April, Spring-Green Lawn Care pledged to plant 10,000 trees throughout 2014 with help from the Arbor Day Foundation.August 27, 2014BusinessUnderhill’s Tournament-Ready Plus Designed to Help Prevent, Cure Dry SpotsUnderhill International introduced soil surfactant pellets to its collection. Tournament-Ready Plus with Actosol can help prevent and cure localized dry spots in “hydrophobic soils” at sports fields, parks and other natural turf areas.August 26, 2014Previous PagePage 42 of 199Next PageTop StoriesHome2026 Honda Ridgeline arrives with V6 and 4 AWD trimsAll Ridgelines get four-wheel drive and features like under-bed storage that can be a cooler, under-seat storage and Dual-Action Tailgate.HomeBeyond mowing: The TurfMutt Foundation’s fall checklist for a healthier yardHomeFord reveals longer-range STX trim for 2026 F-150 Lightning to replace XLTHomeProject EverGreen completes 10th NYC GreenCare for Communities renovationHomeHilltip launches IceStriker 4500 stainless-steel salt spreader for trucks
