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Black Bear Sighted Near Walmart: Residents Urged to Stay Alert

5/27/2025

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A black bear has been spotted near Walmart in Lake Saint Louis, prompting St. Charles County officials to take action. As spring awakens these majestic creatures from hibernation, residents are urged to stay vigilant—securing trash and keeping pets leashed—to avoid attracting the bear, which may become aggressive in search of food.

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A black bear has been spotted near Walmart in Lake Saint Louis, prompting St. Charles County officials to take action. As spring awakens these majestic creatures from hibernation, residents are urged to stay vigilant—securing trash and keeping pets leashed—to avoid attracting the bear, which may become aggressive in search of food.