To report the most up-to-date information on fishing in the Midstate, The Tennessean has asked for contributions from several avid anglers. They will report on their latest trips, as well as offer tips. To add a report, contact Mike Organ at 615-259-8021 or morgan@tennessean.com.

Melvin Stewart on the Cumberland River: Last Sunday I fished the Cumberland River near West Nashville. After heavy rains and warmer than usual temperatures the river current was strong and muddy. Water was 51 degrees. The bass were holding where the main river water mixed with the clearer water of a creek. I caught three nice largemouths and two white bass on a white square-bill crank bait. Visit MelsFishingTales.com.

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