tlcstaff (TLC)BusinessConference on Turf Management in Water-Sensitive AreasPresented in partnership by Rain Bird and the Michigan Turfgrass Foundation (MTF) at Michigan State University, The Intelligent Use of Water Summit XIII: “Play on! Water Issues in Today’s Sport Turf Environment” will focus on providing greater insight into the science and application sides of turf management in a water sensitive environment.January 15, 2013BusinessColorful Bark in WinterEveryone knows that flowers provide color in the garden, particularly through spring and summer. As blooms become less abundant in autumn, fall color of deciduous plants and trees becomes more prominent. After most plants are finished blooming, and most of the fall color is gone, the garden may seem relatively bleak for winter. Only evergreen foliage remains. This is when plants that exhibit colorful bark or bare twigs really get noticed.January 15, 2013BusinessLED Brick Step LightsA new series of LED Brick Step Lights with a versatile selection of face plates and finishes is now available from Nora Lighting.January 15, 2013BusinessPoul’s Landscaping Tops Angie’s ListPoul’s Landscaping & Nursery earned the Super Service Award from Angie’s List for 2012 because of their “A” rating across all of the judging criteria. Angie’s List considers customer reviews during the past year and averages grades from the previous three years to calculate the required 3.5 GPA to earn the yearly Super Service Award.January 14, 2013BusinessMcKinney Capital Adds to Landscaping PortfolioMcKinney Capital is growing its presence in the landscaping arena. Before the end of 2012, the Birmingham-based private equity group said it bought Grounds Unlimited, which ranked fourth on our most recent list of Birmingham’s largest landscaping firms, and merged Memphis, Tenn.-based Environmental Landscape Services with another landscaping business the firm already owns.January 14, 2013BusinessPrep Grass for SpringThe new year is here – and to ensure you and your lawn are prepared for the upcoming year, Grass Seed USA and other natural-turf specialists have come together to develop an easy 12-month lawn-care plan to help guide your lawn maintenance throughout 2013.January 14, 2013Design-BuildDecember Sees Uptick in Small Business JobsSmall businesses reported an uptick in new jobs in December over November, according to a monthly survey issued by the National Federation of Independent Business. The average change in workers per firm increased to 0.03 from a negative 0.04 in November, a swing that NFIB chief economics William Dunkelberg characterized as “essentially zero” in The […]January 11, 2013BusinessEIA Predicts Strong Ethanol Rebound in 2014On Jan. 8, the U.S. Energy Information Administration released the January issue of its Short-Term Energy Outlook, which is the first to include forecasts for 2014. The EIA’s analysis predicts that ethanol production will rebound, beginning in the second half of 2013.January 11, 2013BusinessNDS Announces AcquisitionNDS has announced the acquisition of KBI’s PVC and related plastic product lines including fittings, unions, couplings, swing joints, risers, valves, tools and drains.January 11, 2013BusinessNative Neighborhood“Xeriscaping is increasing through our neighborhood like a slow-moving wave,” according to Lionel Johnstone of Sunset Palisades development in Shell Beach.January 11, 2013Previous PagePage 53 of 341Next PageTop StoriesHomePebble Technology International introduces PebbleTec glass tileNew selection of glass pool tiles complements PebbleTec’s line of pool finishes.HomeBobcat unveils "RogueX3" autonomous, electric compact loaderHomeThe TurfMutt Foundation’s tips to keep pets safe this winterHomeConducting a great client property walkthroughHomeIgnite Attachments expands lineup with 80-inch severe-duty bucket for skid steers, CTLs
