Forrest Wood

A state full of anglers, duck hunters and pleasure boaters seems a natural launching spot for boat manufacturers. But how did the small north Arkansas town of Flippin become a mecca for fiberglass bass boat makers, with an estimated 2,000 industry jobs within 120 miles? read more >

U.S. Rep. Steve Womack, R-Ark., this week honored two late businessmen with Arkansas ties on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. read more >

Arkansas loves bass fishing, and bass fishermen — “anglers” when they’re using a rod and a reel — love Arkansas right back. read more >

Nearly 50 years after Forrest and Nina Wood launched Ranger Boats, the largest maker of bass boats in the U.S., the legendary builder's grandson Keith Daffron unveiled his own startup. read more >

Bass Pro Group LLC, the privately held outdoor and hunting supply retailer, is buying Fishing Holdings LLC of Flippin, which makes Ranger Boats, Stratos and Triton fishing boat brands. read more >