Fishing

By Jeffrey L. Frischkorn Contributing Writer Andover, Ohio — About one-third of Pymatuning State Park’s 374-unit campground will be roped off at least through the middle of July to accommodate a nesting pair of American

MWCD responds to public concerns By Bob Hecker Contributing Writer Columbus — In response to public concerns, the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District will delay seeking court approval for a property tax assessment plan until it

By Frank Hinchey Contributing Writer Port Clinton, Ohio — Lured by bountiful walleye in Lake Erie this spring, 29 summonses were issued to overzealous anglers in April in Ottawa County for over-bagging the popular sport

By Mike Moore Editor Sandusky, Ohio — The population of smallmouth bass in Lake Erie isn’t what it used to be, but state fisheries biologists made a move two years ago they hope helps the

By Rose French Associated Press Writer Nashville, Tenn. — A black bear was caught in a forest recreation area and euthanized so experts could determine whether it was the same animal that attacked a family

DNR, Staff Reports McArthur, Ohio — Hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy continued public use of 43,000 acres of forested lands in seven southern Ohio counties following a formal agreement on April 13 between

By Mike Moore Editor Columbus — If anything is for certain regarding tighter standards for Lake Erie commercial fishermen, it’s that there is a difference of opinion about how fair the regulations are to the

By Mike Moore Editor Yellowbud, Ohio — Ross County farmer Tom Harp figures he could make quite a nice chunk of money by selling some of his Scioto River countryside to some Columbus executive who