More than 50,000 deer were harvested during the first days of the regular firearm deer season as Michigan’s season continues. Officials warn of challenges ahead. (Courtesy of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources)

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Michigan hunters have already passed the 150,000 deer mark this fall, including more than 50,000 taken since opening weekend of the regular firearm deer season.

During all deer seasons last year, hunters killed nearly 300,000 deer, according to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

As of Tuesday, 58,226 deer were harvested during this year’s regular firearm season, which began Saturday. That total includes 42,509 buck

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