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Jackson City Council Approves $35,800 Deer Harvest Plan

11/20/2025

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The Jackson City Council approved a $35,800 contract with Aaron’s Nuisance Animal Control to harvest 100 deer.
The aim is to reduce deer-human interactions and health risks.
The harvest runs Jan 16 to Mar 16, 2026.
In 2025, 80 deer were culled as part of efforts by the City of Jackson, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, and local parks.
Harvested venison will be distributed to local shelters.

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Story summary

The Jackson City Council approved a $35,800 contract with Aaron’s Nuisance Animal Control to harvest 100 deer.
The aim is to reduce deer-human interactions and health risks.
The harvest runs Jan 16 to Mar 16, 2026.
In 2025, 80 deer were culled as part of efforts by the City of Jackson, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, and local parks.
Harvested venison will be distributed to local shelters.