In The News: Turf Makes A World Of Difference For DCI Event

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This year, when the Drum Corps International competitors marched onto Ames Field, it no doubt felt a bit different.

That’s because a new covering of artificial turf was laid down just in time for the DCI event. The Michigan City Area Schools spent more than $700,000 to replace the grass field, and is counting on reduced maintenance costs to help recoup the investment over the turf’s 13- to 15-year lifespan.

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Posted by on Wednesday, July 8th, 2009. Filed under DCI World.