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Stars and Striper for 'Bama
By Alabama Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources
On May 13, 2013, James Bramlett of Dora, Ala., received a highly anticipated call from the International Game Fish Association (IGFA). The World Records Coordinator of the IGFA, Jack Vitek, informed Bramlett that his state record, a 69-pound, 9-ounce landlocked striped bass now holds the world record for that species.
According to Jason Schratwieser, IGFA Conservation Director, the organization was honored to acknowledge Bramlett for his catch.
"The new record has generated a buzz among anglers around the world," Schratwieser said.
Bramlett is surprised by the recognition, but is excited to see the attention cast on Alabama and its fishery.
"I got the call at...