HINDS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones said deputies and Utica police responded to sightings of at least two black bears in the Utica area on Memorial Day. According to Jones, there has been a recent uptick in black bear sightings across parts of the county. “Residents are urged to stay alert, […]
Hinds County authorities urge caution after recent black bear sightings
May 25, 2026 | 3:00 PM