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October 4, 2026

Black Bear Activity Prompts Safety Reminder Across Northeast Alabama And Northwest Georgia

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Recent black bear activity in northeast Alabama, combined with bear sightings across Northwest Georgia, is providing a timely reminder for residents to take precautions around their homes and while spending time outdoors.

September 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DNR Reminds North Georgia Residents To Be BearWise This Fall

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As cooler weather approaches and more people head outdoors, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is reminding Northwest Georgia residents that fall is also an especially active feeding period for black bears.

March 31, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Georgia DNR Urges Residents To Be BearWise As Black Bears Become More Active This Spring

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As spring green-up continues across Georgia, state wildlife officials are reminding residents that black bears are becoming more active and visible in search of food.