Deer harvests have significantly declined in Michigan, and officials attribute the downward trend to the lack of licensed hunters. The Department of Natural Resources is asking hunters to join a focus group to address the challenges of a changing deer population.
Janelle D. James
Janelle D. James covers breaking news at Bridge Michigan. She joined the staff in January 2023. Previously, she worked as a Capital News Correspondent at Michigan State University where she covered state and local policy issues. She also worked as a breaking news intern at the Detroit Free Press. She has a bachelors degree in journalism and political science from Michigan State University. She is from Detroit. You can reach her at jjames@bridgemi.com and on Twitter at Janelle___j.
Posted inMichigan Government
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Posted inQuality of Life
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Posted inTalent & Education
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Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
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Posted inMichigan Government
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Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
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Posted inTalent & Education
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Posted inMichigan Health Watch
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Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
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