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COVID, Weather Affect Pickett County Fishing Tournaments

Pickett County played host to two different fishing tournaments but the pandemic and weather created less than ideal results. The Renegade Fishing Tournment ran from October 19-24 and the FLW tournament ran from October 26-31. Byrdstown-Pickett County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Billy Robbins said the FLW tournament ended up with half of its regular turnout because of fishers hesitant ... Read More »

Extra Sponsorship Funds For Pickett Fishing Tournaments

Extra funds for Pickett County’s fishing tournament sponsorship is awarded to the Chamber of Commerce. Commissioners approved a $3,000 donation for two national tournaments in the fall and spring. Chamber Director Bill Robbins requested $5,000 during the Monday meeting. “I’m talking to you…about something that’s going to happen now,” Robbins said. “It’s going to be tangible and you’re going to ... Read More »