Mississippi
You can catch a record fish when this Mississippi state lake opens this month
‘I’m particularly excited about the crappie fishing. When we did our spring sampling in 2023 they were 10-plus inches. I think the crappie fishing should be excellent.’
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From dogs on ponies to bears on a swing, doorbell cameras catch all the strange action.
Elvis Presley Lake has been closed for three years, but when it reopens this month, not only should the fishing be action-packed, you may be able to set a lake record.
According to Dustin Rodgers, Northeast Mississippi District biologist with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, the lake was closed in 2021 as a way of hitting the reset button on fishing.
“We tend to do that when the lakes have gotten old and the fishing is degraded,” Rodgers said. “It’s a restart for the lake. You get new fish and new genetics.”
The lake was drained and upgrades and repairs were made. The lake was stocked in 2022 and the fish are now ready to be caught.
“It should be excellent,” Rodgers said. “During sampling, we did get a few bass over 4 pounds, so they’re exhibiting good growth rates.
“I’m particularly excited about the crappie fishing. When we did our spring sampling in 2023 they were 10-plus inches. I think the crappie fishing should be excellent.”
The lake also offers a unique opportunity. There are lake records for the biggest bass and catfish and those won’t likely be broken any time soon, but no records for other species.
“Currently, crappie, redear and bluegill are open,” Rodgers said. “Automatically, whatever fish people want to turn in will be a lake record.”
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When will Elvis Presley Lake open?
- Youth day: Saturday, May 18, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Anglers 15 and younger only and must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 21 years old and has a valid Mississippi fishing license.
- General public: May 22, 2024, at 6 a.m. A state lake permit and a valid Mississippi fishing license is required unless exempt under state law.
Upgrades to Elvis Presley Lake
- Gravel beds added
- New courtesy piers at boat launch
- New restroom at boat launch area
- New bridge connecting boat launch area and day-use area
- Fish attractors added
- New lake manager office
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What fish are stocked in Elvis Presley Lake?
- Northern largemouth bass
- Bluegill
- Channel catfish
- Crappie
- Redear sunfish
How many fish can I keep?
- Bass: 10, only one may be over 22 inches and any between 16 inches and 22 inches must be released
- Bream: 50 bluegill, redear sunfish or other similar species such as longear sunfish in aggregate
- Catfish: 10
- Crappie: 20 with no length limit
How big are the lake record fish?
- Largemouth bass: 10 pounds
- Bluegill: Open
- Catfish: 26 pounds
- Crappie: Open
- Redear sunfish: Open
How much does it cost?
- Fishing permit: $5 for anglers 16-64, $3 for anglers 65 and older or disabled.
- Boat launch: $7 for anglers 16-64, $6 for anglers 65 and older or disabled. This also covers the fishing permit fee for the boat owner. Others in the boat must purchase the appropriate fishing permit.
- Anglers 15 years and younger: Free
- Note: Anglers must have a valid Mississippi freshwater fishing license unless exempt.
Can I camp at Elvis Presley Lake?
- The campground remains closed for renovations.
- Alternative nearby locations for camping include Trace State Park and Tombigbee State Park.
More information
- Size: 322 acres
- Location: 272 Road 995 in Lee County near Tupelo
- Phone: 662-620-6314
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Mississippi
D1Baseball rankings: Mississippi State, Ole Miss, and Southern Miss surge after big weekends – SuperTalk Mississippi
Mississippi State, Ole Miss, and Southern Miss have surged in the rankings after a big weekend on the diamond.
The Bulldogs (30-10, 10-8 SEC) jumped two spots to No. 15 in the latest poll from D1Baseball following a strong bounce back. Brian O’ Connor’s club, after having been on the wrong side of SEC sweeps in back-to-back series, earned a 10-rule win over Samford on Tuesday, then took care of business with a sweep at South Carolina.
Next up for Mississippi State is a midweek home matchup versus Memphis on Tuesday before LSU heads to Dudy Noble Field for Super Bulldog Weekend.
The Rebels (29-12, 10-8 SEC) took the biggest leap in the rankings, making an eight-spot jump to No. 17 despite not budging in the top 25 a week ago after sweeping LSU. Once Mike Bianco’s club took the first two games at Tennessee in the most recent series, D1Baseball co-owner Kendall Rogers made note that Ole Miss fans could expect to see their team catapult in his outlet’s poll. Come Monday, though the red and blue lost the series finale, D1Baseball stuck to its word.
“What a weekend so far for [Ole Miss baseball]. Cade Townsend carried a no hitter into the sixth in an 8-1 win over Tennessee to take the series,” Rogers wrote on X. “Rebs are on a heater. Safe to say they’ll be much higher than 25 on Monday.”
Next up for the red-hot Rebels is a home midweek outing versus Murray State, the team that knocked the Rebels out of the postseason last year, before No. 5 Georgia travels to Swayze Field for Double Decker weekend.
The Golden Eagles (28-12, 11-7 Sun Belt) made a four-spot jump to No. 18 after securing a much needed conference sweep to keep hopes of hosting an NCAA Tournament regional alive. Christian Ostrander’s club defended home turf over the weekend, taking all three games from a solid Texas State club.
Next up for the black and gold is a Tuesday midweek battle versus former conference foe Tulane, before making an hour and a half drive to South Alabama for the weekend.
The full top 25 can be found below:
- UCLA
- North Carolina
- Georgia Tech
- Texas
- Georgia
- Oregon State
- Texas A&M
- Florida State
- Coastal Carolina
- Virginia
- Auburn
- West Virginia
- Alabama
- Oklahoma
- Mississippi State
- Kansas
- Ole Miss
- Southern Miss
- Oregon
- Nebraska
- Florida
- Boston College
- USC
- Arkansas
- Arizona State
Odds of winning the Powerball and Mega Millions are NOT in your favor
Odds of hitting the jackpot in Mega Millions or Powerball are around 1-in-292 million. Here are things that you’re more likely to land than big bucks.
The Mississippi Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at April 19, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mississippi Match 5 numbers from April 19 drawing
01-07-11-30-34
Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 3 numbers from April 19 drawing
Midday: 7-4-6, FB: 5
Evening: 3-3-0, FB: 8
Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 4 numbers from April 19 drawing
Midday: 3-4-8-9, FB: 5
Evening: 6-2-0-4, FB: 8
Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from April 19 drawing
Midday: 10
Evening: 08
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Winnings of $599 or less can be claimed at any authorized Mississippi Lottery retailer.
Prizes between $600 and $99,999, may be claimed at the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters or by mail. Mississippi Lottery Winner Claim form, proper identification (ID) and the original ticket must be provided for all claims of $600 or more. If mailing, send required documentation to:
Mississippi Lottery Corporation
P.O. Box 321462
Flowood, MS
39232
If your prize is $100,000 or more, the claim must be made in person at the Mississippi Lottery headquarters. Please bring identification, such as a government-issued photo ID and a Social Security card to verify your identity. Winners of large prizes may also have the option of setting up electronic funds transfer (EFT) for direct deposits into a bank account.
Mississippi Lottery Headquarters
1080 River Oaks Drive, Bldg. B-100
Flowood, MS
39232
Mississippi Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date. For detailed instructions and necessary forms, please visit the Mississippi Lottery claim page.
When are the Mississippi Lottery drawings held?
- Cash 3: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash 4: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Match 5: Daily at 9:30 p.m. CT.
- Cash Pop: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Mississippi editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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