72-Pound Blue Catfish Sets WV Record | Charleston News

A record-breaking 72.75-pound blue catfish just landed in the Ohio River by West Virginia angler Tyler Harmon, shattering the state’s previous weight mark. Though length still holds a May 2025 record, this catch highlights the success of decades-long conservation efforts to restore blue catfish populations — a win for both ecosystems and anglers chasing big fish. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2cdd4dcd637466cd