Congratulations to Elvin Ulmer – recipient of the Mississippi Turfgrass Association‘s Bud Thigpen Distinguished Service Award. Elvin is the Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Laurel, Mississippi.

Several members and students were recognized for their accomplishments during the Mississippi Turfgrass Association Annual Meeting. See highlights in the Winter 2026 issue of Mississippi Turfgrass – https://theturfzone.com/mta/?ascat=73&sub=issue&issue_id=9911&rti=true&rel=1