You’ve heard of Punxsutawney Phil, but have you met Benny the Bass? Here in Ohio, where bass reign supreme, we turn to Benny to determine our fate. Will winter’s chill loosen its grip early ...

Benny the Bass predicted an early spring for 2025 during Winterfest at Buckeye Lake Saturday morning. Benny ate a minnow within three seconds of its release into the tank, predicting early spring.

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