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50 Lawns Across 50 States

June 16, 2018

Rodney Smith, Jr. is a man on a mission. He’s in the middle of his second nationwide tour to mow at least one lawn in each of the states. But it’s about more than just a good deed; it’s about inspiring the next generation.

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