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    That’s what I think
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    Down here in the Crab area we are seeing a changing of the guard. Cooksey's which has been primarily a baitshop is in decline due to aging and illness. Crappie Pro Shop in Carterville changed ownership a couple of years ago and recently moved to a new updated location. Good people and I'm hoping they have a long successful run.

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    I miss the days of being able to walk into a mom & pop tackle and bait shop. In my home area the last one closed about 15 years ago. Now I prefer to shop online with a family type shop rather than a sports chain store. You know like Pico, Grizzly Jigs, and Southern Crappie.

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    We lost one here that had been in business since 1955. Broke my heart, but it was family owned and no one to carry on
    Mark 1:17 ...I will make you fishers of men

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    Quote Originally Posted by Swampseed View Post
    Where's it at??
    In Decatur, Just north of the Staley's Bridge on 22nd St. 2nd stop light make a right, then at the end of the block on your right hand side. Enjoy!
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    I stop in @ Mike's at least once a week. Its on my way home, hard to go by without stopping.
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    For sure. You can spend so much money here.. It is all new fresh inventory too
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    John
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    Yes we had hole in the walls when I was growing up but they were always home, and always open. Jigs in cardboard boxes with orange twisty tails in the next bin. One little string light to illuminate the entire shop. Really miss that
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    These guys really need our support now more than ever if open
    And with that, I'll see you on the water...
    John
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    Sadly I just learned that Ron Reede who operated Cookseys Bait on the edge of Crab Orchard passed on April 11 at the age of 75. He was a true character and will be missed by many. RIP Ronnie.

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