 News Talk 107.7 and 1490 News. I'm Randy Reynolds. A black bear was spotted climbing a tree in front of a home in Vicksburg near the closed Culkin Academy off Highway 61. Brody Cook posted several pictures on social media yesterday and warned folks to keep an eye out for pets and children in the area. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks advises that if you suddenly encounter a black bear, start backing away, make noise, talk, whistle, clap.