Established in 1990, Weedoo Greenboat Inc. is a leading manufacturer of environmental workboats. The boats’ mechanical harvesting capability successfully rids invasive waterway weeds and vegetation in an eco-friendly manner. Because of the safety and efficiency of these powerful vessels, many … Continue reading →
Two towns in South Dakota, 13 miles apart, are kindred spirits — in their origin, ruggedness and infamous debauchery. Deadwood and Sturgis are both municipal offsprings of the Black Hills Gold Rush in the 1870s, and their initial populations were … Continue reading →
Millions of Americans are avid cyclists. Although popularity of the leisure activity has declined among children and teenagers over the last decade, during the same time period it rose among young adults and remained steady in other adult demographics. The … Continue reading →
In today’s world of tight budgets and lean staffing, it is imperative that city, county, municipal and state agencies make the most of their grounds maintenance budgets with reliable equipment at reasonable prices. But how should you approach that? Requests … Continue reading →
Harland David Sanders always played by the rules — his rules. That served him well throughout his iconic career. “I’ve only had two rules,” said the founder of the Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant chain, known as KFC since 1991. “Do … Continue reading →
Man’s best friend is enjoying privileged status these days: More rental properties and retail establishments than ever before are pet-friendly and welcome dogs and their owners. What cities are the most accommodating of canine companions? Forbes Advisor looked at 93 … Continue reading →
The past three years can only be described as challenging for vendors and companies across various sectors as they navigate shortages in parts and labor caused by a global pandemic. Often, municipalities feel the ripple effect of these shortages with … Continue reading →
“Oh, yeah!” That catchphrase for one of America’s most iconic soft drinks applies just as well today as it did when the now ubiquitous concoction was invented 95 years ago in Hastings, Neb., by child whiz entrepreneur Edwin Elijah Perkins. … Continue reading →
Many municipalities in the United States are named after foreign cities. Paris, Texas; Copenhagen, N.Y.; Budapest, Ga.; and Athens, Ohio, are notable examples. Fewer towns and cities are named after countries, and Indiana is replete with such names: Brazil, Holland, … Continue reading →
Recently asked about the effects of the pandemic on recreational vehicle habits, Chris Emery, the editor of Ordealist.com, replied: “The biggest change with the pandemic is that more people still in the workforce are traveling in RVs.” Emery continued, “That’s … Continue reading →
You’re standing across the street, looking at the facade of emerald and yellow bricks dotted with flying monkeys and the likes of a lion, scarecrow and other fictional characters peeking through the windows. Yes, you are in Kansas. More specifically, … Continue reading →
