Area Sports

CAPE GIRARDEAU — Landowners who wish to see more wildlife on their prop­erty should start with improv­ing wildlife habitat, according to the Missouri Department of Conservation, and there’s a federal program specifically designed to help landowners with the cost. The Glades and Woodlands Restoration Regional Conser­vation Partnership Program (RCPP) is a federal program that provides…

For just $10, older Americans /react-text have been able to access all of the country’s national parks for the rest of their lives. But come Aug. 28, that fee will raise to $80, according to Money Magazine. On Monday, July 10, the National Park Service announced that it would be increasing prices for senior lifetime…

The St. Francois County outdoor enthusiast brings experience and passion to MDC. JEFFERSON CITY – Gov. Greitens announced on July 31 the appointment of long-time conservationist and outdoor enthusiast Nicole Wood to the Missouri Con­servation Commission. The Governor has ap­pointed Wood to a term that expires June 30, 2023. Wood replaces James T. Blair IV,…

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — In accordance with Gov. Eric Greitens’ executive order is­sued in January (sos.mo.gov/ library/reference/orders/2017/ eo3), the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is un­dergoing a thorough review of and seeking public comment on all regulations of the Wild­life Code of Missouri under the Missouri Code of State Regu­lations. Individuals can comment on MDC…

See live fish and other native wildlife, get info, and explore Kids’ Discovery Room. SEDALIA, Mo. – Discov­er nature with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia Aug. 10-20. Visit MDC’s Conserva­tion Building from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. to see live fish and other native animals such as…

Young anglers will have op­portunities to catch fish and learn about fishing at Montauk State Park’s Kids’ Fishing Day. This event will be held 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Aug. 12 at Montauk State Park. The event is being spon­sored by the Missouri Depart­ment of Conservation (MDC) and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR).…

EMINENCE – Ozark National Scenic Riverways will offer a “Fish with a Ranger” clinic on Sunday, July 30, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the river access adjacent to the Alley Spring Campground. The clinic will be conducted while floating and will conclude at the Joshua T. Chilton Memorial Boat Landing in Eminence. Participants should have…

Clearwater high school volleyball will start practice on Monday, July 31. The practice will begin at 8 a.m. and last until 11:30 a.m. You must have a physical before you can practice. Any questions call Coach Lisa Ayers 223-2356.

The Wayne County Lumberjacks, pictured above, are on their way to the Senior Babe Ruth Midwest Plains Regional Baseball Tournament. This will be the team’s third straight appearance in regional play. Although rebuilding after the loss of numerous veterans from last year’s World Series squad, the Jacks finished 3-2 in the state tournament to qualify…