SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Ahead of the March 1st trout season, the Missouri Department of Conservation is banning the use of felt-sole waders in trout streams.
The department is doing this to combat invasive species of algae called “rock snot”.
The algae, also known as didymo, has already infested the white river just south of the Missouri-Arkansas border.
Storms Give Way to Quiet Weekend
Showers and thunderstorms have cleared the area making way for a quiet weekend with a cooler start.
Major Fishing Event Underway on Table Rock Lake
Table Rock Lake is hosting a major fishing tournament this weekend.
Severe Storms Ramp Up Today
Weather Forecasters say today is the best chance for storms to turn severe in the lakes region.
Drought Minimal in Missouri, Major in Arkansas
The latest map from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows a major difference between the Missouri and Arkansas Lakes Region.
Area Police Department Warns of Another Scam
The Harrison Police Department takes to Social Media to warn of another scam.
