“I Got This, Dad!”
2026-07-14
Three-year-old Griffin Rac-Hewitt proved that big fish stories can come true when he landed a whopping 9-pound, 9-ounce catfish on Lake Murray. Using a lureContinue Reading
Georgia’s Jack Story Goes Wire-to-Wire to Win BFL All-American on Lake Murray
2026-06-01
18-year-old skips graduation, claims $100,000 title and REDCREST berth in record-setting performance COLUMBIA, S.C. — Jack Story of Atlanta delivered a performance beyond his years,Continue Reading
Dam Boat Run Returns to Lake Murray This Weekend
2026-05-28
More than 100 powerboats expected; helicopter tours offer new way to view the event The Dam Boat Run returns to Lake Murray May 28–30, bringingContinue Reading
Lake Murray Takes National Spotlight with All-American Championship
2026-05-27
Major League Fishing brings three-day national tournament to Columbia, showcasing region as premier bass fishing destination COLUMBIA, S.C. – Major League Fishing returns to theContinue Reading
Fireworks Over Lake Murray Return This July 4
2026-05-27
Columbia, S.C. – One of the Midlands’ most beloved summer traditions will return Saturday, July 4, 2026, as Lake Murray’s Independence Day Celebration lights upContinue Reading
Lake Murray Nominated Again for USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Award
2026-05-21
Lake Murray is once again earning national recognition, securing a nomination for Best Lake for Water Sports in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice AwardsContinue Reading
Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship coming in October
2026-05-13
B.A.S.S. has announced the inaugural Newport Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship presented by Native Watercraft will be held October 14-16 on Lake Murray, marking a significantContinue Reading
Bassmaster Elite comes to Lake Murray May 7 – 10
2026-05-08
The 2026 Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series is coming to Lake Murray, May 7–10. Top professional anglers will compete across four days of world-class fishing action.Continue Reading
Another Great Catch
2026-05-04
This is Brice R. (12), who was visiting his grandparents this weekend. Yesterday, his granddad stopped by Lake World and picked him up a newContinue Reading
Bassmaster Elite Series returns to Lake Murray
2026-05-04
By Thomas Grant Jr. Competitive fishing, live entertainment, and a run for a healthy cause highlight this weekend’s Tedy’s Team Bassmaster Elite at Lake Murray.Continue Reading
Local Angler Lands 20-Pound Striper on Lake Murray
2026-04-20
Just a week ago, Mike Hoskins became one happy fisherman after landing a 20-pound, 32-inch striped bass on live herring purchased at Lake World. LakeContinue Reading