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Rhea County to cover $14,730 for part of 2026 fishing tournament schedule; Major League Fishing showed interest
Summary
The county tourism director asked the commission to approve the county’s $14,730 share for 2026 fishing events and said Major League Fishing contacted the county about a winter wildcard tournament; the director said the event would be live-streamed and expects 100–150 boats.
The tourism director presented the county’s 2026 fishing schedule and requested approval for the county’s portion of costs for the second half of the season, which staff calculated at $14,730. "So that total for the county would be 14,730," the director said, noting the city of Dayton has already voted to fund its share.
Staff also reported contact from a Major League Fishing group about a winter wildcard tournament that requires secrecy of the exact location to prevent pre-event practice. The director described the event as guaranteeing a certain amount of exposure and said it would be live-streamed. "Yes" the director said when asked whether it would be televised and live-streamed. Staff estimated tournament entries would be a minimum of 100 boats and up to 150.
Commissioners placed the funding item on the agenda for formal consideration at an upcoming session so the commission can confirm the county appropriation.
