STATE: King of Tillery fishing tournament returns in April

The largest catfish tournament in North Carolina with the biggest payouts is returning as The 2nd Annual King of Tillery will be 7 p.m.-8 a.m. April 30 at Swift Island Boat Landing in Mt. Gilead.

There were 123 boats and $17,000 was paid out last year, with the winners taking home $10,000.

Entry fees are $120 entry fee per boat and $20 Big Fish per team, paying out the top five teams. The tournament giveaway will include thousands of dollars in fishing rods, apparel, gear and more from sponsors.

For more information about rules, go to kingoftillery.com.

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