Industry News

Liles and Tippit Marks 56th Anniversary

April 27, 2012 By
2012 marks the 56th year that Liles and Tippit has been serving the agricultural and turf markets. Martin Tippit, President of Liles and Tippit, Inc., said switching from the ag equipment business to golf/turf sales and marketing was easier than ...

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Evans Scholars Foundation Awards Caddie Scholarships

April 27, 2012 By
The Evans Scholars Foundation has awarded 230 full housing and tuition college scholarships to caddies across the country. The scholarship is valued at more than $70,000 over four years. Recipients were selected based on their strong caddie record; excellent academics; ...

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GCBAA releases 2011 membership directory

April 21, 2012 By
The Golf Course Builders Association of America (GCBAA) releases its annual membership directory this month, listing the contact information of more than 350 of the organization’s members, including national and international builders and suppliers. The directory also includes a comprehensive ...

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Syngenta’s Margaret Bell to Retire

April 16, 2012 By
It’s been a long time, but after 35 years at the company, Syngenta marketing communications manager Margaret Bell will retire May 4. “It’s time to move on to something else,” Bell said. “It’s hard to believe that somebody can be ...

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EWGA Names Janet Phillips Businesswoman of the Year

April 16, 2012 By
EWGA has named Janet Phillips its 2011 EWGA Businesswoman of the Year. The award recognizes EWGA members who have used their success to promote the EWGA and women’s golf. Phillips was instrumental in the EWGA Richmond chapter’s founding nine years ...

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Department of Environmental Management Recognizes Five Rhode Island Courses

April 16, 2012 By
Department of Environmental Management Director Janet Coit has recognized five Rhode Island golf courses for their commitment to green environmental practices. The five golf courses all participated in the Rhode Island Golf Course Green Certification program and were the first ...

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