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Mississippi wildlife agency encourages youth to enter 2026 art contest

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks is urging young artists to apply for the 2026 Bob Tyler Fish Hatchery Youth Art Contest. The department encourages students to submit a portfolio, including an entry form and artwork, to the Visitor Education Center by May 10, 2026.

Organizers are excited to see the variety of art pieces from participants this year, according to the department. The contest aims to promote wildlife awareness and appreciation among youth.

For more information on how to participate, interested students and parents can visit the department’s website at https://www.mdwfp.com/visitor_education_center/youth-art-contests.

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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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