Arkansas Ducks in Hot Controversy | Little Rock News

Arkansas is set to roll out a high-stakes duck hunting lottery in the St. Francis Sunken Lands, sparking outrage among local hunters who fear it’s tilting access toward private clubs — but supporters say it’s about fairness, citing success at other WMAs. With permits allowing up to eight hunters per party and covering any four days of season, the commission voted unanimously to move forward despite heated protests, personal attacks, and debates over river ownership. Meanwhile, they also shut down petitions against a modest $10.50 fee for non-hunters — arguing federal funds bought these lands and fees are needed to keep them running. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/32ea859e542bbfef