AUGUST 16, 2017
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Tick University of California to open vector center
Through a grant from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, researchers from the University of California will launch a center of excellence to enhance public-health preparedness for diseases transmitted by mosquitoes and ticks.
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ON THE RECORD
Care.com What's your company's child care policy?
By Heather Gooch
Care.com surveyed parents nationwide about their child care spending habits. How has your business been affected by the child care needs of employees?
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INDUSTRY INTEL
Rentokil Steritech acquires Fischer Environmental Services
Rentokil Steritech acquired Fischer Environmental Services of Mandeville, La. See how the deal impacts both teams.
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Skyline Pest Solutions buys Evergreen Termite & Pest Control
Evergreen Termite & Pest Control, based in Conyers, Ga., has been acquired by Atlanta-based Skyline Pest Solutions, which is operated by Environmental Pest Service.
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Holder's Holder's celebrates 70 years in business
Houston-based Holder's Pest Solutions, a Copesan Pest Solutions partner, celebrated its 70th anniversary Aug. 1 at a company-wide event. Find out more about the company.
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Springer Springer canines certified in bed bug detection
The three canine teams of Springer Professional Home Services in Des Moines, Iowa, are now certified in bed bug scent detection, according to National Entomology Scent Detection Canine Association guidelines.
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VIDEO SPOTLIGHT
Growth Summit Lonnie Alonso: Connect with legislators
At Pest Management Professional's 2017 PMP Growth Summit, Lonnie Alonso stressed the importance and value of having a good rapport with legislators. Alonso is president of Columbus Pest Control in Columbus, Ohio.
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GIVING BACK
Gree Green Pest Solutions donates truck to troops
West Chester, Penn.-based Green Pest Solutions retired its first pest truck in its fleet and donated it to Cars for U.S. Troops. Learn more about the organization.
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Arrow Arrow awards inaugural Crim scholarship
Atlanta-based Arrow Exterminators presented its E. Raymond Crim III scholarship to Jessica Mirocha. Find out more about the scholarship and this year's recipient.
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CLOSE-UP
Mojo Keep your 'mojo' on track by focusing on the positive
Whether you work in the office or in the field, working with the public can wear on your attitude. Here are some tips to boost your mood from Doug Foster, president of Burt's Termite & Pest Control in Columbus, Ind.
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MOVERS & SHAKERS
Truly Nolen Pest Control promotes staff
Erik Eaker promoted to Sun City manager
Scott Gilman promoted to Lakeland manager
Justin Wichman becomes West Palm Beach manager
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UpcomingEvents
View PMP's calendar for a full list of industry events. Email the editors to submit an event.
ASPCRO Annual Meeting
[Aug. 28-Sept. 1 in Burlington, Vt.]
Bird Control Mini Course
[Aug. 30 in New York, N.Y.]
NMPMA Annual CEU Tour
[Sept. 26 in Las Cruces, N.M.]
VPMA State Technical Meeting
[Sept. 27-28 in Richmond, Va.]
NPMA PestWorld 2017
[Oct. 24-27 in Baltimore]
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