Dublin Brings in Sharpshooters to Manage Deer | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Dublin’s tackling its deer overpopulation with a bold, humane plan: starting November 1st, USDA-trained sharpshooters will quietly target older female deer at night across city land, aiming for quick, controlled kills. Backed by wildlife experts and police safety measures, the program—modeled after Worthington’s successful effort—is designed to reduce deer-related damage and traffic hazards. Residents will be notified via mail, signs, and social media, and harvested deer will feed the local food pantry. A public Q&A is set for October 8th to keep transparency front and center. Listen in…