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Bear Becomes Local Celebrity in Seminole County Tree

3/24/2025

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A black bear captivated the community by lounging in a tree for nearly nine hours near Markham Woods Middle School in Seminole County, Florida, before finally wandering into the woods. While parents were alerted, many remained calm, accustomed to frequent bear sightings. Meanwhile, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission kept a watchful eye amid debates over a potential bear hunt.

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Story summary

A black bear captivated the community by lounging in a tree for nearly nine hours near Markham Woods Middle School in Seminole County, Florida, before finally wandering into the woods. While parents were alerted, many remained calm, accustomed to frequent bear sightings. Meanwhile, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission kept a watchful eye amid debates over a potential bear hunt.