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Kids Fishing Tournament Canceled for 2026 Due to Lake Renovations
April 1, 2026
Jefferson County Parks has announced the cancellation of its annual Kids Fishing Tournament for 2026. The event, typically held at the VFW in Festus, Missouri, will not take place this year due to ongoing lake renovations at the site.
The organization stated that the tournament is expected to return in 2027, pending completion of the renovation work.
No additional details regarding the scope or timeline of the lake renovations were provided.