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Bear sighting: Woman captures video of bear in Polk County roaming around a neighborhood

Woman captures video of bear in Lakeland roaming around a neighborhood
Bear in Lakeland
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  • A woman spotted a bear roaming around the Lakeland neighborhood.
  • Valarie Harris of Winter Haven saw the bear while driving to work this morning (7/8).
  • Lakeland Police say Florida Fish and Wildlife was in the area of Bonny View Drive and attempted to trap the animal Monday afternoon.

New law now in effect that requires Florida school staff to be trained to use EpiPens

As of July 1, a new law is now in effect to help students with severe allergies. These allergies face significant challenges in school settings.

New law requires epipen training for school staff