If You've Lost Your Bear, Please Claim It At The Courtesy Counter

I was at the grocery store during lunch one day earlier this spring. As I was walking the aisles, an announcement came over the PA system.

"Please be cautious as you exit the grocery store and drive about town again today. There has been a black bear reported at the intersection of Old Seward and Tudor. So, again, please use caution as you drive, and watch out for that black bear."

Incidentally, I did drive through the Old Seward and Tudor intersection shortly after that. I, however, did not see the disruptive black bear. I can't say I've ever heard a grocery store announcement quite like that before; it must be one of those awesome things about Alaska!