Sense of Humor
By Dena Miller
@Dena91 (17044)
United States
June 13, 2026 6:52pm CST
With all the new developments going up in our county, and the heat it seems that the wildlife has come out and into our small town. We have known bears have been in the higher elevations of our county as long as we have lived here. But the past couple of years they have ventured down to our area.
Our police department put out a warning this morning as a black bear was spotted about 1/4 mile from our home. Here is what they said;
"While we appreciate our wildlife visitors, we kindly ask residents to remember that this is not Smokey Bear’s meet-and-greet tour. Please do not feed, approach, or attempt to take selfies with the bear.
For your safety:
• Keep a safe distance and allow the bear plenty of space.
• Do not feed the bear or leave pet food outside.
• Secure garbage cans and remove any food sources that may attract wildlife.
• Keep pets on a leash and supervise them while outdoors.
• If you encounter the bear, remain calm, slowly back away, and do not run.
The bear is simply passing through and would much rather avoid you than meet you. Let’s help keep both our residents and our furry visitor safe.
And remember, if the bear starts asking for a driver’s license, it’s definitely not one of our officers."
The first line cracked me up. Glad they have a good sense of humor.
Do you have a lot of wildlife in your area?
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9 responses
@snowy22315 (211886)
• United States
14 Jun
Sure do..There is a bear that lives in a development a few miles from here and has for years. They have been caught in doorbell cams from time to time here too. That wasa cute line from the police. Someone obviously has a sense of humor
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@AmbiePam (124537)
• United States
14 Jun
That’s funny. 
I have seen people around the world try to get pictures with bears. It’s crazy.
The most dangerous wildlife we have around here is coyotes, and they don’t really mess with you if you leave them alone. Oklahoma has bears, but not around where I live.
I have seen people around the world try to get pictures with bears. It’s crazy.
The most dangerous wildlife we have around here is coyotes, and they don’t really mess with you if you leave them alone. Oklahoma has bears, but not around where I live.2 people like this
@FourWalls (88340)
• United States
15 Jun
That’s funny. I like the signs they have up in the Smokies of a bear, acting embarrassed like he’s been caught going to the bathroom, saying, “Do you MIND?????” along with the reminder to keep your distance from them.
That is a great closing line to remind you that it’s a different “Smokey bear” stopping you for speeding! 
And no, I don’t have “that kind” of wildlife. I’ve seen some raccoon tracks in the snow, and a groundhog or two to compliment the “regular” neighborhood critters (birds, squirrels, and stray cats looking for free handouts from all the neighbors).
And no, I don’t have “that kind” of wildlife. I’ve seen some raccoon tracks in the snow, and a groundhog or two to compliment the “regular” neighborhood critters (birds, squirrels, and stray cats looking for free handouts from all the neighbors).1 person likes this
@LindaOHio (223946)
• United States
17 Jun
There was a bear spotted in our area about 6 months ago. A very rare sighting. We get turkeys, deer, fox, etc.
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@valherma00 (4938)
• Zagreb, Croatia (Hrvatska)
17 Jun
maybe they should add not to record them and risking your life at the same time. i live in a capital city so, not so. only crows and pigeons near me. maybe at city parks, there will be some wilder things.
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@jstory07 (149270)
• Roseburg, Oregon
23 Jun
We have bears and deer here and sometimes a cougar that might wonder into town.
