NC Zoo Names Volunteer of the Year
Asheboro, NC - A Zebulon mother of three has been named the North Carolina Zoo Volunteer of the Year at an award's presentation at the park Thursday. Brandy Massey was presented the annual award for…
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NC Zoo to Host Box Turtle Conservation Workshop
Asheboro, NC - The North Carolina Zoo will host the fourth Box Turtle Conservation Workshop on March 22-23, with some 80 reptile experts and conservationists from across the country expected to…
Read MoreChristopher Benfey Signs Book at NC Pottery Center
Seagrove, NC - The North Carolina Pottery Center is pleased to announce an upcoming event initiated by the NC Mt. Holyoke College Piedmont Alumnae Club. Join us on Saturday, April 6, at the Pottery…
Read MoreNC Zoo closes early after reaching max capacity
Asheboro, NC - The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro is closing early Monday because it has reached its maximum capacity, according to a spokesperson. Around 2 p.m. zoo spokesman Tom Gillespie said the…
Read MorePopular DINOSAURS Exhibit Returns to NC Zoo
Asheboro, NC - The North Carolina Zoo on Friday will unveil for the second time its popular "Dinosaurs" exhibit. The exhibit, which features life-size, hydraulic-powered dinosaur replicas, entertained…
Read MoreCelebration of Spring Kiln Openings & Studio Tours in Seagrove Participants
Seagrove, NC - Seagrove potters are again coming together to create an eventful weekend with something for everyone. Over 65 clay artists will be offering special events and kiln openings throughout…
Read MoreLeapin' Lizards! Lifelike Dinosaurs Return to the NC Zoo
Asheboro, NC - A cacophony of roars and screeches emanate from a foresty edge of the North Carolina Zoo. But visitors need not worry. Follow the strange noises. Take a closer look. You'll see that 15…
Read MoreNC Zoo to Celebrate International Polar Bear Day
Asheboro, NC - The North Carolina Zoo is teaming up with Polar Bears International (PBI), the world's leading polar bear conservation group, to celebrate International Polar Bear Day on Wednesday…
Read MoreDon't Bite My Head Off | North Carolina Zoo Lions
Asheboro, NC - This is the moment a lion shows his mate who's boss during a heated argument between the couple. The big cats were at North Carolina Zoo and could be heard across the park as they loudly…
Read MoreRichard Petty still The King of NASCAR
Daytona Beach, FL - It's good to be king. It's even better to be The King. Richard Petty retired in 1992 but the all-time great still commands as much attention from NASCAR fans as other former…
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