Federal Government Shutdown

This year’s Fishing for Freedom Tournament is back on, according to event organizers.

Most of us are feeling rather frustrated by the shenanigans of Congress over the past couple of weeks.  Imagine being in on all the discussions and non-discussions.

The government shut down has canceled the annual Fishing For Freedom Bass Tournament on lake Belton.  That’s the big tournament that pairs up a professional angler with a Purple Heart recipient, wounded warrior, active-duty soldier, or retired service member.

It’s been 14 days since the closure of parks surrounding area lakes due to the partial shutdown of the federal government, and one local man is not content to sit quietly by.

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5.1 million veterans will not receive a compensation check Nov. 1 if the government shutdown continues.

The closures at Lake Belton and Stillhouse Hollow Lake due to the partial shutdown of the federal government may result in the cancellation of the Fishing for Freedom tournament, one of the most popular events in the region.

The partial shutdown of the federal government has resulted in the closing of domestic military base commissaries, and one company is looking to help.

Even if you don’t work for the Federal Government your life will be affected by the government shutdown.   If Federal folks around here are not getting paid, then those folks won’t be spending money. Think about that trickle down effect for local business.

The government shutdown is causing trouble for even more people than you may think.