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Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks encourages late summer water outings

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks is encouraging residents to take advantage of the remaining warm days for water-based activities. Despite summer winding down, officials say there’s still time for fishing trips and peaceful evenings by the lake.

Department spokespersons recommend grabbing your fishing rods and heading out to enjoy the outdoors. They highlight that these activities are perfect for creating lasting memories with family and friends before the new school year begins.

For more information on fishing and boating opportunities in Mississippi, visit the department’s website at mdwfp.com.

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Jon R Myers

Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.

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