News/Columns

By Ron Presley Shane Wilson signs his correspondence with the phrase, “Fishing's Future......more than a sport.” Give that statement just a little thought and you will understand the mission of...

2 medium-sized catfish fillets Salt Freshly ground black pepper Juice of ½ of a fresh lemon 2 T. butter 1 medium fresh garlic clove; peeled and halved ½ large red...

Two years ago the Hold’em Hook Catfish Trail was started by Steve Dobbs. “I started the trail on Wheeler Lake,” said Dobbs. “I host monthly events for anyone who wants...

For experienced powerboat operators, there is an automatic mental thought process that guides them as they approach the dock to tie up. They may be stopping for supplies, fueling up,...

Veterans Day History - the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month 1954: President Eisenhower officially changed the name of the holiday from Armistice Day to Veterans Day....

My life has become entangled with catfish. My mind is rambling from thought to thought and every thought leads to a whisker connection of some kind. Yesterday CatfishNOW digital magazine...

by Brad Hierstetter             The sport of recreational trophy catfishing has grown at an impressive rate over the last two decades. During this time, the number of anglers who pursue...

By John Phillips             "What are those white things floating on the surface of the water?" I asked John Hill, my friend who fishes the Tennessee River regularly. Hill answered,...

2 medium-size whole catfish, cleaned Salt 1 egg 1-cup milk ½ to 1 cup Tony Chachere’s Seasoned Fish Fry Mix 4 strips of bacon Vegetable oil for frying Toothpicks Lemon...

Mississippi River Monsters and Monsters on the Ohio have one very common element. Monster catfish! The sport of catfishing is growing and big tournaments are part of it. Two recent...