Fishing boat manufacturer to expand

FLIPPIN, Ark. (AP) — A $4.2 million expansion at a northern Arkansas boat manufacturing operation is expected to add 50 jobs, officials announced Monday. Vexus Boats said it would add 30% more square footage to its operation in Flippin, about 105 miles north of Little... Read More.

Fishing derbies kick off Arkansas Hunting and Fishing Week

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will host fishing derbies throughout the state Sept. 18 in celebration of Arkansas Hunting and Fishing Week. Fourteen derbies around the state will be available for families to come out and enjoy a day of fun... Read More.
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Community Fishing Day Event was an success

By Deseray McKinzy The Arkansas Game & Fish Commission had a great turnout with more than 150 people present at their first Community Fishing Day Event according to the commission on Saturday, May 15th. The event was held at the MLK Park Pond where the... Read More.
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AGFC hears first official reading of 2021 fishing regulations proposals

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission heard the first official reading of 46 proposed regulations changes concerning fishing and fisheries management in Arkansas during today’s regularly scheduled meeting. Thirty-six of the regulations presented were either simplifications, clarifications or expansions of opportunities for anglers. Only 10... Read More.

Fishing Legend Jerry McKinnis Dies at 82

Fishing legend Jerry McKinnis, former B.A.S.S. co-owner and founder of JM Associates, died Sunday morning, according to a report from BASSMaster.com. He was 82-years-old and had recently developed an infection that left him hospitalized. McKinnis produced a long-running decades-long series of fishing and outdoor programming... Read More.
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Governor proclaims Sept. 22-28 as Arkansas Hunting & Fishing Week

Gov. Asa Hutchinson signed a special proclamation Friday in the Governor’s Conference Room at the state capitol recognizing Sept. 22-28, 2019, as Arkansas Hunting and Fishing Week. He also proclaimed Sept. 28, 2019, as National Hunting and Fishing Day in Arkansas. National Hunting and Fishing... Read More.