Washington County Parks and Recreation’s request for late-season muzzleloader and archery hunting next year was approved by the county commissioners. From January 2nd to January 13th, hunters will be allowed to hunt deer in Mingo Creek Park, to control their population. The last time muzzleloader and archery hunting took place in Mingo Creek Park was late December 2017 through early January 2018. County Commissioner Nick Sherman says the decision to allow hunting after Christmas was to let holiday festivities proceed normally. Up to 75 hunting permits will be issued daily beginning Tuesday December 26th. The first week is reserved for County residents and property owners the first chance at the permits.