Akron Zoo

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The measure renews a levy that was on the books and adds an additional levy to support new projects at the zoo.

The Akron Zoo has a new resident for its collection, courtesy of an observant employee at a Red Lobster restaurant.

Governor Mike DeWine announced Thursday that zoos may reopen June 10. The Akron Zoo is ready. Members can purchase tickets beginning June 9 for a…

Here are your morning headlines for Friday, May 8:Restaurants, salons to reopen;Car sales down nearly 40%;Ohio health centers to receive $17M to increase…

The Akron Zoo is offering a number of virtual options to keep its animals connected with their fans. The options range from having a parrot or macaw join…

Here are your morning headlines for Tuesday, Feb. 18:Last day to register for Ohio primary;LaRose asks Kent State to cancel Fonda's speech;Ex-fugitive…

Here are your morning headlines for Tuesday, Oct. 8:Akron schools to turn to taxpayers amid deficit;Portman speaks out against Trump;State: Over 40,000…

The Akron Zoo’s Pride of Africa exhibit opened over the weekend, allowing visitors to see what life with the lions is like.The $7 million exhibit will…

Our local zoos are changing. The Akron Zoo is in the midst of a $17 million expansion, making new homes for lions and tigers. The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo…