Bass Fishing News Articles, Reports & Tips - Page 7

Here is another page from the Southern Fishing tabloid newspaper. This page is from March 6, 2001.

Mitchell Forde • Bass Pro Tour

OCALA, Fla. — Dave Lefebre never publicly announced whether he’s retired as a professional angler. He’s not sure if Kubota Heavy Hitters Presented by Bass Pro Shops will mark his last event.

Lefebre had a buzzer-beater catch at the tail end of Day 2 to make the cut for the Knockout Round. Photo by Tyler Brinks

Southern Fishing News

Twitch baits and soft‑plastic jerkbaits are deadly tools for bass, especially around structure, bluff banks, and anywhere bait schools are milling. Here are a few ways to expand their action and versatility.

Have you ever noticed the difference in the bite with changing weather? You are right — there is. Here’s Dr. Fin’s analysis.

Dr. Fin gives you his professional analysis.

Catch at least five of the ten black bass species

Make it a summer challenge to get your 2026 Georgia Bass Slam

Photo: Gavin Dunn/Redeye Bass Catch

The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) will temporarily close the Riverview Public Boat Ramp on the Warrior River in Tuscaloosa from May 26 through June 5, 2026.

WUVA23 Photo

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).

American Sportfishing Association Photo

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.

B.A.S.S. Photo

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.