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Scovill Zoo seeks public's help to name baby lemurs

DECATUR, Ill (WICS) — Scovill Zoo is inviting the public to help name its newest ring-tailed lemur twins. The zoo has proposed three pairs of names inspired by Greek mythology, with each pair including one name for the boy and one for the girl. The options …

Chattanooga Zoo hosts Q ‘n Brew Saturday

Chattanooga Zoo is hosting its  Q ‘n Brew special event on Friday, July 12, with craft beer, barbecue from local restaurants, live bluegrass music, animal meet and greets and more as attendees tour the zoo. The all-ages cookout also features tortoise races …

Petting Zoo Owner, 56, Dies After Being Struck by Employee's Car in Parking Lot

NEED TO KNOW Cindy Lewis, who co-owned Lewis Adventure Farm and Zoo in western Michigan, was hit by a car and later died from her injuries The accident occurred in the farm's parking lot and the driver was a fellow employee who appeared not to see her, …

Friends remember the life of Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo owner killed on 4th of July

NEW ERA, Mich. — Around Gull Meadows Farms, work has already started for a busy fall season ahead.  "We're about a month and a half still away from production. The crop is looking really great this year," said Justin Wendzel.  Manager of the …

Adults-only night at Virginia Zoo canceled due to forecasted thunderstorms

This event has been canceled due to inclement weather. NORFOLK, Va. — UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to forecasted thunderstorms. The Virginia Zoo encourages ticketholders to check their email or send inquiries to 757-441-2374 ext. 241 by …

Good News: Young man with autism lives his dream by working at Tulsa Zoo elephant barn

TULSA, Okla. — A young man with autism is living his dream by working at the Tulsa Zoo. Find a job that you love and you'll never work a day in your life. That old adage couldn't be any truer than it is for 20-year-old Griffin Frederick. "Well …

Tehran’s City Theater to host Edward Albee’s “The Zoo Story”

TEHRAN – The one-act play “The Zoo Story” by American playwright Edward Albee will be staged at the Qashqai Hall of Tehran’s City Theater Complex from July 9. Directed by Khosrow Khorshidi, the play has Masoud Sakhaei and Masoud Mirhosseini in the cast, …

'Isle of the Dragon' opens at Little Rock Zoo

Every dragon must have its lair, and Komodo dragons are no exception. On Tuesday morning, the Little Rock Zoo officially cut the ribbon for two new exhibits. The “Isle of the Dragon” is now home to a pair of juvenile Komodo dragons, Iroh and Tiamat. Little …

Little Rock Zoo Unveils New Exhibits Just In Time for Dollar Day

The Little Rock Zoo is celebrating the arrival of two highly anticipated exhibits just ahead of its annual Hiland Dairy Dollar Day this Saturday, July 12. Isle of the Dragon - Komodo Exhibit: Iroh - juvenile Komodo Dragon - Little Rock Zoo Iroh - juvenile …

Teacher mauled by lion at zoo pictured as clip of staff kissing predator emerges

A tragic teacher who was mauled by a lion at a zoo has been pictured for the first time as a video of staff kissing the predator emerged online. Schoolteacher Joanne Cabban, believed to be in her 50s, was attacked and left seriously injured by a lion at …

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Queensland zoo reopens after owner’s sister-in-law loses arm to lion attack

A Queensland zoo under investigation after a lion attack has reopened its doors, two days after the owner’s sister-in-law lost her arm. The woman, in her 50s, remains in hospital in a stable condition after the incident, which occurred on Sunday morning at …

Roam with life-sized dinosaurs at the Milwaukee County Zoo

MILWAUKEE, WIS. – Dig into dinos at the Milwaukee County Zoo’s 2025 summer exhibit, Exploration Dinosaur, presented by Meijer. The prehistoric exhibit is now open for a limited time as it launched Wednesday, May 21 and will be available through October 5. …

Little Rock Zoo debuts Komodo dragons, uncommon creatures exhibits

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. Officials unveiled two new exhibits featuring Komodo dragons and uncommon creatures Tuesday morning at the Little Rock Zoo. The Laura P. Nichols Isle of the Dragon …

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo’s Asian Lantern Festival kicks off; more than 100,000 visitors expected

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - This year’s Asian Lantern Festival features more than 100 Asian lanterns, many animated, including ornate displays. “We’re in an area that we call Dragon’s Landing,” explained Dr. Chris Kuhar, Executive Director for the Cleveland …

BIT OF JOY | Visit the Jax Zoo for $5

The Jacksonville Zoo is offering a budget-friendly way to get out and see how the animals stay cool in the summer. On select days this month, admission is just $5. (That’s an elephant-sized discount.) Dress for the heat, bring some water and go make some …

Buffalo Zoo will glow with lanterns for annual 'Zoomagination' Festival

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Zoo is once again lighting up the night with another lantern festival.  Zoomagination: Lantern festival at the Buffalo Zoo is returning for a third year. The glowing festival, which begins July 30, will feature more than " …

Statue to honor 'I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas' singer Gayla Peevey at OKC Zoo

This Thursday, the zoo will unveil a statue commemorating Gayla Peevey, the Oklahoma City native who sang "I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas" 70 years ago, along with the real-life hippo she received -- Matilda. The Christmas song became a …

Dragons at the Detroit Zoo

Frederick Divorce Attorney Offers Refresher on Maryland's Streamlined Divorce Laws

A Frederick divorce attorney reminds Maryland residents that 2023 law changes simplified divorce grounds and made separation requirements more flexible. FREDERICK, MD, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Machin Law Firm wants …

Erica Whitfield Announces Candidacy for Palm Beach County Commission, District 2

Longtime School Board Member Launches Campaign Focused on Affordability, Infrastructure, and Community Growth PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Erica Whitfield, a decade-long member of the Palm Beach …

Global Immigration Partners PLLC Reports Significant Consular Delays in E 2 Visa Processing

E-2 visa processing at U.S. consular posts is experiencing delays, significantly impacting entrepreneurs and investors worldwide WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Global Immigration …

Excelsior University Honors the Legacy of Lt. Gen. Arthur J. Gregg with Building Naming and President’s Medal Ceremony

Excelsior dedicated the Lt. Gen. Arthur J. Gregg University Center in recognition of the late military leader and founding University trustee ALBANY, N.Y., NY, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Excelsior University commemorated …

Mobility City of Westchester NY Provides Timely Mobility Equipment Repairs for Veterans

Owner Max Orlov opened Mobility City of Westchester to provide veterans & the mobility impaired with professional mobility equipment repair services. WESTCHESTER, NY, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobility City of …

2025 Digital Counties Survey Honors U.S. Leaders in Government Tech Innovation

Counties recognized for driving service modernization, cybersecurity resilience, and real-world AI use SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for Digital Government (CDG) and Government Technology magazine, …

LYTEN Powers America’s Energy Future—A Homegrown Alternative to Chinese Battery Dominance

“U.S. EXIM Bank Champions American Innovation with LYTEN” SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Silicon Valley energy company LYTEN is leading the charge to deliver cutting-edge lithium-sulfur battery technology that …

Connecticut Welcomes Back On-Demand Pay

Connecticut State Legislature Enacts On-Demand Pay Legislation, Restoring Access for Thousands of Hard Working Employees In The State NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DailyPay, a worktech company and the leading …

Mobility City of Louisville Honors Veterans with Mobility Equipment Repair Service Completed in Under Five Days

Owner Chris and Malori Downs are Subcontractor Accredited to bring fast, respectful repair service for mobility devices to Louisville’s veteran population. LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobility City of …

Mobility City of San Diego Delivers Speedy, Reliable Mobility Equipment Repairs for Veterans in Southern California

Army veteran, Peter Yi, opened Mobility City of San Diego CA with a mission to repair mobility equipment for veterans and more in the community SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobility City of San Diego was …

Phoenix Veterans Gain Quick Access to Reliable Wheelchair Repairs with Mobility City of Phoenix' Valley-Wide Service

Mobility City Phoenix owners David & Marsh Endre offer fast, respectful wheelchair and mobility device repairs for veterans in the Phoenix Metro PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Veterans in the Valley can count …

Mobility City Denver Keeps Colorado Veterans on the Move with Fast Equipment Repairs

Owner Josh Liss works hand-in-hand with Veterans Administration facilities to keep Veterans mobile and independent DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobility City of Denver proudly supports Veterans across Colorado, …

Mobility City of Sarasota Delivers Fast, Veteran-Focused Wheelchair & Scooter Repairs Across the Gulf Coast

Owner Jamie Houser offers priority wheelchair and scooter repair services for veterans across Florida’s Gulf Coast. Fast, reliable, and respectful service. SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobility City of Sarasota …

YOUUniverse Platform Supports Medicaid’s New Work Requirement Documentation Challenge

In 2026, millions of able-bodied adults enrolled in Medicaid are required to verify their participation in work, education, or approved community engagement. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the new …

Statement from Wayne Pacelle on DOJ Lawsuit Against California’s Animal Welfare and Food Safety Laws

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wayne Pacelle, president of Animal Wellness Action and the Center for a Humane Economy, issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Justice’s legal …

Convenience Store Distributors Team Up With Tower Beverage USA & Tunnel to Towers Foundation Will Benefit Financially

Tower Beverage USA is teaming up with Convenience Store Distributors nationwide, offering routes for sale and dsd distribution opportunities for a limited time. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bill Richards Founder & …

Scalise: Republicans Address Biden’s Four Years of Failures

Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox Business Network's Mornings with Maria to discuss how Republicans are getting the country back on track after years of decline under Joe Biden with the One Big Beautiful Bill. Leader …

Healthcare Boss Academy Founder Jason Duprat Seeks FANA Board of Directors Position to Advance Florida CRNA Interests

Accomplished Healthcare Entrepreneur and Former Navy Officer Brings Proven Leadership Experience to Strengthen Professional Advocacy ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Healthcare Boss Academy announced its strong …

STARRS Announces Town Hall With Stanley Ridgley

The guest speaker is Stanley Ridgley, PhD, a professor, former military intelligence officer and author of a new book. COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- STARRS officials announce a town hall via Zoom with …

COA Applauds Technical Fix to IRA Drug Pricing Policy That Threatens Cancer Care

Bipartisan House Legislation Will Protect Patient Access to Cancer and Other Complex Therapies by Preventing Destruction of Independent Medical Practices WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Community Oncology …