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Rob DiFranco served as Managing Editor for Golfdom Magazine, utilizing his BA in Journalism from Kent State University, and past experience as a sports reporter for The Morning Journal of Lorain, OH.

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The agronomy crew at Firestone CC and how they prepare for the Kaulig Companies Championship Posted on 23 Jul 2023 in the From the Magazine & Golfdom TV & Home Video & People & Tour Guide & Video categories.

Associate Editor Rob DiFranco goes on the green to chat with Larry Napora and Tim Gruber from the agronomy team at Firestone CC. Read more»

Green Dream and Robrady Design team up for crowd management and traffic control system Posted on 21 Jul 2023 in the Industry News categories.

The system provides an easy-to-install crowd management and traffic control method for golf courses, construction sites and more. Read more»

Research team develops autonomous robot to control spotted lanternfly eggs Posted on 21 Jul 2023 in the Industry News categories.

Using machine learning, this robot helps to scout for egg masses of this invasive and tree-damaging pest on golf courses across the country. Read more»

Penn State Extension to offer field day for turf and ornamentals Posted on 21 Jul 2023 in the Industry News categories.

Penn State Extension will host an upcoming workshop designed for golf course superintendents and others interested in ornamental horticulture. Read more»

Young, wild and bee(s): How native areas and pollinators can benefit a course Posted on 17 Jul 2023 in the Featured & From the Magazine categories.

Members of the industry share why native areas and pollinators, such as honeybees, are a natural partnership that could be a win for all involved. Read more»

Firestone Country Club crew calls hosting the Kaulig Companies Championship their “Super Bowl” Posted on 13 Jul 2023 in the From the Magazine & Tour Guide categories.

The staff refers to the tournament as Firestone’s Super Bowl. Crews take time from their schedules to pitch in where they can on the South Course. Read more»