LEBANON, Mo. — Bass Pro and the White River Group recently announced plans to move the production of Hobie, a water sports brand, from Mexico to Lebanon, Missouri, creating excitement about new job opportunities in the city.

The move is part of White River Group's acquisition of Hobie, and locals are hopeful that this will bring economic growth to the area. Brian Thompson, President of Lebanon Regional Economic Development Inc (REDI), expressed optimism about the long-term benefits for Lebanon, as well as it being a positive sign for bringing jobs back to the US.

"Anytime you see an industry or business that has been established here, do a development, it just makes me feel a little more confident that we're going to have them for further years down the road," said Brian Thompson, "the U

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