American Sportfishing Association
On May 19, Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Sarah Elfreth (D-MD) introduced the Aquatic Invasive Species Control and Prevention Act of 2026 (H.R.8876).
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Written by Christopher Decker – Photography by Andy Crawford
Ever since joining the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series, Chris Johnston has wanted to win a tournament centered around southern largemouth.
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How Changing Water Turbidity Affects Largemouth Bass Feeding Windows and Lure Choice
Dr. Fin says water clarity changes everything about how a largemouth bass hunts. Count on it.
Russell Lands donated property for parking lot expansion.
Phase one of a nearly $1.8 million renovation to the Kowaliga Public Boat Ramp on Lake Martin has been completed. The boat ramp is located just off State Route 63, approximately 11 miles south of Wind Creek State Park.
Photo courtesy of Russell Lands
Caught on Nickajack Reservoir by Whitwell Resident
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has confirmed that a new state record for a Largemouth Bass has been established, breaking the previous mark, which was set more than 11 years ago.
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With a four-day total of 90 pounds, 14 ounces
Written by David A. Brown & Photography by Andy Crawford
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Paul Marks’ day did not begin the way he’d wanted, but it ended the way he’d dreamed. The difference — a gut call that changed his trajectory and put a second blue trophy on his mantle, this one from the Tedy’s Team Bassmaster Elite at Lake Murray.
Before you build, modify, or maintain anything in, along, or across the Tennessee River or any of its tributaries, you need permission.
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Mitchell Forde • Bass Pro Tour
ROGERS, Ark. — With 25 minutes left in the Championship Round at Yuengling Light Lager Stage 5 Presented by YETI, Cole Floyd got the news he’d been dreading.
Cole Floyd was able to capitalize on changing conditions and power fished for shallow largemouth. Photo by Tyler Brinks
Here’s what turbidity (suspended particles (silt, algae, clay) that reduce visibility) actually does to bass. As turbidity rises, bass shift from sight‑predators to vibration‑predators.
Southern Fishing News is featuring a well-known marine service shop, Frankey’s & Monica’s Marine Super Service, Rogersville, AL. Frankey Diviney continues the professional, dependable marine service that began with his father, the legendary marine technician Harold Diviney. Dalton Divinity is also a technician with the marine service specializing in OMC motors, trolling motors, and sonar unit installations. The shop provides both in-shop work and a mobile repair service.
