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River Mayors Tout Mississippi’s Impact
A new economic study, the first of its kind, reveals that the economic impact of the Mississippi River is even greater than was previously thought: revenues generated by activity in and around the river amount to $405 billion a year, and it supports 1.3 million jobs directly. Earlier estimates had put the river’s impact at […] Read More
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IBEX Innovation Awards Presented
Judges from Boating Writers International announced winners of the 2015 IBEX Innovation Awards at the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) Industry Breakfast in Louisville in September. The Innovation Awards program recognizes significant contributions in marine industry innovation and product development. The winning products were selected from 90 entries by a panel of experienced technical boating journalists. […] Read More
Bennington Acquires Nautic Global Group
Steve Vogel, Chairman, and Jacob Vogel, CEO of Bennington Marine and James R. (Jim) Malone, Chairman & CEO of Nautic Global Group, have announced that the companies have signed a definitive acquisition agreement whereby Bennington Marine will acquire the brands and certain assets and liabilities of Nautic Global Group. The deal is anticipated to close […] Read More
High Water on Mississippi River Leads to Dangerous Currents
The Coast Guard urges anyone going out on the Mississippi River to understand the risks associated with high water and strong currents. Higher than average water levels create very strong and swift currents, which result in large amounts of debris, and can lead to dangerous situations on the Mississippi River. The stronger than normal currents […] Read More
Corps Opens Nickajack Lock to Public
The Nashville district of the Army Corps of Engineers opened Nickajack Lock to the public on May 23. The lock will be accessible to visitors seven days a week, from 9 a.m. to dusk. The district restricted access to the lock following September 11, 2001, as a security precaution, but district officials now support allowing […] Read More
Bass Pro and Toyota Team Up on Special Tow Vehicle
Gulf States Toyota and Bass Pro Shops have announced the launch of the 2015 Toyota Tundra Bass Pro Shops Off-Road Edition, a new truck that will provide the kind of access that outdoorsmen dream about. Powerful, rugged and packed with features, the new truck will be available at Toyota dealers in Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Mississippi […] Read More
Correct Craft Acquires Bass Cat And Yar-Craft
Correct Craft has announced it is entering the bass and walleye fishing markets with the acquisition of both Bass Cat and Yar-Craft. Bass Cat (the premier bass fishing boat) and Yar-Craft (the premier walleye fishing boat) are both manufactured in Mountain Home, Ark., and are the quality leaders in their segments. Bass Cat led the […] Read More
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West Marine Opens Flagship Store in Midwest
West Marine has announced that it will soon open a new 20,000-square-foot flagship Midwest store at 1160 N. Halsted Street in Chicago. Grand opening festivities will kick off at 8 a.m. on Thursday, April 23, and continue through Sunday, April 26. Events include a Cruising for a Cause charity night to benefit local non-profits, seminars […] Read More