Local authorities respond after bear spotted on Karns High School practice soccer field

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Karns High School is warning families of a “bear-y” unexpected guest on campus Thursday.

According to the school, there were multiple reports of a bear behind the Byington Solway building on the practice soccer field. The school said it reached out to the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and Knox County Schools.

The bear made a getaway after finishing up its penalty kick practice, and deputies said the campus has since been cleared…

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