Champlain, NY

Mike Iaconelli has been a polarizing character in the world of bass fishing his entire Hall of Fame career. Most love him, some love to hate him, but regardless it is indisputable that the man is purely entertaining to watch fish. This notion was on full display on day one of the 2024 Tackle Warehouse Bassmaster Elite on Lake Champlain.

Iaconelli in His Element on Lake Champlain

Massena, NY

MASSENA, N.Y. (Aug. 7, 2024) – Bass Pro Tour angler Drew Gill of Mount Carmel, Illinois, has enjoyed a lot of memorable days on the water during his rapid rise through the tournament ranks. The Bass Pro Tour rookie has two wins this season — one at Stage Five on the Chowan River and one at the Tackle Warehouse Invitationals season opener on Sam Rayburn Reservoir — and has finished in the Top 10 eight times in 11 total events across those two circuits.

Rookie Drew Gill Leads Day 1 for Group B at MLF Bass Pro Tour Minn Kota Stage Seven Presented by Humminbird at the St. Lawrence River

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Herbie J Pilato

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

Shelby, NC

Team Toyota pro Matt Arey is spoiled by the three most important women in his life with chalk art before he leaves his Shelby, North Carolina home to head to the next Bassmaster Elite Series event. Before this week’s Lake Champlain derby his wife Emily and daughters Reese and Wren’s masterpiece featured lyrics from Jay-Z’s song “Empire State of Mind” and their favorite legendary lake monster, “Champy”.

Arey Weighs in on Champlain and Champy

Whiskey Riff

Do bass eat alligators? No... not really.

Do alligators eat bass? Yeah.

So on its face, you would never would have guessed that an alligator lure could catch fish, but you'd be wrong. But as soon as you understand how bass feed, it all makes sense. It’s an only the strong survive world out there, and everything has to eat. Largemouth bass are no different. They are both predators and prey, and their only hope of survival is to eat the next thing that comes their way.

Largemouth are a common sport fish and are often plentiful where they live. They average around...

Kayak Fisherman Proves Largemouth Bass Will Smash An Alligator Topwater Lure

Georgia State

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Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Orlando, FL

Every summer, tackle manufacturers from around the world debut their newest creations at the ICAST show in Orlando, Florida. On display are improved and updated tools, upgraded terminal tackle, fishing and boating accessories, new electronics, and of course, the latest and greatest baits to hit the scene. Whether it be a line of finesse-style soft plastics tailored for use with forward-facing sonar, or a uniquely noisy topwater, there’s bound to be a bait or two worth adding to your arsenal. For largemouth and smallmouth bass fishermen, this annual event is especially exciting—but with so much to see in so little time, it can be overwhelming. That’s why we compiled a handful of the most innovative bass lures from ICAST 2024.

15 Innovative Bass Lures from ICAST 2024

Summertime in the South ain’t no joke! The blazing heat of August pretty much shuts down the fish’s appetite in the afternoon. This leaves the early morning or the dark of night to have a chance at finding active fish. Water temperatures on our lower elevation trout streams...

August Fishing Report

Mark Daniels Jr. came into Minn Kota Stage Seven presented by Humminbird on the St. Lawrence River in 45th place in the 2024 Angler of the Year standings, needing to find a way to fish himself into the top 40 to qualify for the 2025 REDCREST in his home state of Alabama. Qualifying for REDCREST is the goal for every Bass Pro Tour competitor each year, and for better or worse it serves as a benchmark for a ‘successful’ season for most pros.

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Orleans, MA

The taxman always gets his share.

Or in this case, he gets the whole thing. Fishermen are always having to keep an eye out for the "taxman," which is what experienced fishers call sharks that lurk behind and around their boats, waiting to steal away their hard-earned catches. It's a really shallow thing to do, but you can't really blame the sharks in the sea for getting an easy meal.

In this clip from 2019 out of Orleans, Massachusetts, it appears that a family had gone out on an excursion with Columbia Sportfishing when the striped bass they had hooked quickly turned...

Great White Shark Rockets Out Of Water To Steal Striped Bass From Fisherman, Almost Flops Right Into The Boat

August is one of the best months of the summer. Get out on the water when you can and enjoy the sunrises and sunsets. Practice catch and release as much as possible to preserve our great fisheries out there. As always, just make one more Last Cast as it could be the next trophy fish.

August Smith Mountain Lake Fishing Report by Captain Chad Green

Connecticut State

Connecticut’s Legendary Largemouth: The Mashapaug Lake Monster. In the world of fishing, some catches become legendary. That’s exactly what happened in 1961 when Frank Domurat pulled a massive largemouth bass from Mashapaug Lake in Connecticut. Weighing in at 12 pounds 14 ounces, this fish wasn’t just big – it was a state record that still stands today, over 60 years later!

Connecticut’s Legendary Largemouth: The Mashapaug Lake Monster

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Ocilla, GA

Last Thursday, agents from the South Central Drug Task Force (SCDTF) made an arrest following a successful execution of a search warrant at a residence in Ocilla. According to officials, the search yielded a significant quantity of drugs, including tablets suspected to contain fentanyl, associated with a criminal street gang.

Successful Drug Bust in Ocilla Leads to Arrest Linked to 'Local Criminal Street Gang'

The Truth About Bait Color in Summertime Bass Fishing. As the summer sun beats down on the water, bass fishing can become a challenging but rewarding experience. While many factors contribute to a successful catch, one often-debated topic is the importance of bait color. Does it really matter, or is it just a myth perpetuated by tackle manufacturers?

The Truth About Bait Color in Summertime Bass Fishing

Last month, I was talking about how our weather patterns have been the same as last years, so far, hot and dry! Well, not so much anymore with all the torrential rainfall this past month, and it has really changed things up! Not only has it cooled the water temps down a little, but it has also clouded up the water’s clarity. However, this can be good in some ways, especially when it comes to fishing, using artificial lures.

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Denver, CO

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More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

River water levels are constantly influenced by various weather conditions, such as storms, droughts, and seasonal changes. During late summer and fall, rivers often experience lower water levels due to reduced rainfall, creating unique fishing opportunities for anglers. These low-water conditions expose more of the riverbed, making it easier to target smallmouth bass that are typically spread out during higher water levels. Anglers should pay attention to weather patterns and plan their fishing trips accordingly to take advantage of these conditions. Understanding how water levels affect fish behavior and habitat is crucial for successful fishing. Lower water levels can also reveal hidden structures and cover, such as rocks and submerged logs, which can serve as prime locations for bass to hide and ambush prey. Tthese conditions can lead to higher water temperatures, which can influence the feeding patterns and activity levels of smallmouth bass. It’s important for anglers to adjust their techniques and gear to match these changing conditions. For instance, using lighter tackle and more natural presentations can be more effective in clear, low-water environments.The new FreshBaitz Lizards deliver a realistic profile that excels in both power and finesse techniques. Act fact, we just released new Hot Sauce, MidNight, Ghost and 10w30 Syntheic Lizard designs! The unique forward-facing leg design creates drag that holds it in the strike zone longer or produces wild flapping action with every pull of the rod. Additionally, its slightly ribbed solid body and large head hold your hook in place and provide much better weedless performance making it the ideal bait to use in any condition. Water clarity always plays a super big role in color selection but in any season year-round, you can’t miss when using colors such as Watermelon Red, Black & Blue, or Green Pumpkin. Its flexible tail design ensures added movement, tempting even the most cautious fish. The superior 5.5-inch profile stretches to a whole 7 inches which is perfect for predatory fish including bass year round. Made from long-lasting durable high-grade non-salted plastic for total and maximum attention-grabbing action underwater.

Smallmouth Bass Fishing Success in Low Water!

Savannah, GA

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Gov. Andy Beshear sent a letter to Anne Milgram, administrator for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on Wednesday, expressing his support of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ recommendation that the DEA ease restrictions on marijuana.

Gov. Andy Beshear pens letter to DEA in support of easing federal restrictions on marijuana

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Green fish carry Feider to Day 1 lead at Bassmaster Elite at Lake Champlain

That changed on Day 1 of the Tackle Warehouse Bassmaster Elite at Lake Champlain as the New Market, Minn., pro landed a 6-pounder and another largemouth...

Green fish carry Feider to Day 1 lead at Bassmaster Elite at Lake Champlain

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