One Year In, Construction on Asia on Schedule
One year after breaking ground, construction on the Asia expansion at the North Carolina Zoo is on track, but with...
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REMC Invites Public to Drive Electric Event at North Carolina Zoo
On Friday, September 30, from 9 am to noon at the North Carolina Zoo, Randolph Electric Membership Corporation will sponsor “It’s...
Red Cross Sounds Alarm Amid National Blood Shortage
The American Red Cross says blood donations are urgently needed in wake of back-to-back climate disasters and critical summer...
Asheboro High School “All Clear” After Threat Triggers Evacuation & Lockdowns
Officals have given the “all clear” at Asheboro High School following a bomb threat that led to an evacuation...
Vehicle Fire at Energizer Plant Triggers Evacuation
Asheboro Firefighters responded to a vehicle fire that broke out in the employee parking lot of Energizer Plant #1,...
Black Bear Sighted in Asheboro this Morning
A black bear was spotted in Asheboro this morning and has been the talk of the town on social...
NC Zoo to Say Farewell to Flamingos
The North Carolina Zoo is planning to say farewell to its flock of Flamingos who are leaving for South...
NC Zoo Says ‘Opps’ – Corrects Sand Kittens Sex and Name
Apparently, determining the sex of a kitten can be difficult, and the North Carolina Zoo says they "made an...
Despite Asia Delay, Summer Offers Plenty to do at NC Zoo
From adorable babies, an impressive dog show, and newly renovated habitats, this summer is the perfect time to take...
Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle on E Dixie Dr, Airlifted with Serious Injuries
ASHEBORO N.C. (ACME NEWS) -One person was airlifted with serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle on E...