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Cincinnati Zoo CEO outlines future plans with new giraffe exhibit, animal habitats

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is preparing for another round of improvements. New CEO Dave Jenike outlines plans for future exhibits and conservation projects. The longtime zoo executive said the institution will continue investing in animal habitats, guest experiences, and wildlife conservation following the completion of a $254 million transformation initiative. Jenike officially became…

ByNina Oliverio21 hours ago0Comments

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Cincinnati Zoo hosts free Stuffed Animal Clinic for children

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden will host its annual Stuffed Animal Clinic on Wednesday, July 29, offering families a free educational activity during the summer. The Stuffed Animal Clinic invites children to bring their favorite plush toys for pretend veterinary checkups while learning how zoo professionals care for animals. The event will take place…

ByNina OliverioJuly 23, 20260Comments

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Military admission returns as Cincinnati Zoo honors service members on July 4

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is once again recognizing members of the U.S. military with free admission on Independence Day, continuing a longstanding tradition of honoring those who have served. Eligible active-duty personnel, retirees, National Guard members, veterans with honorable or medical discharges, and Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) members can receive complimentary admission…

ByNina OliverioJuly 3, 20260Comments

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Red panda twins expected as Cincinnati Zoo announces new pregnancy

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden announced this week that one of its red pandas, Marcy, is pregnant and expected to give birth to twins later this summer. Zoo veterinarians confirmed the pregnancy through ultrasound examinations, which indicated two healthy cubs developing ahead of the expected birth. The announcement generated excitement among animal enthusiasts and…

ByNina OliverioJune 10, 20260Comments

A close-up of Harambe, a western lowland silverback gorilla, sitting among green foliage at the Cincinnati Zoo.

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Harambe honored as Cincinnati Zoo marks 10 years since gorilla’s death

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden marked the 10th anniversary of Harambe’s death on May 28, reigniting public reflection on one of the most widely discussed animal incidents in modern internet history. Harambe, a 17-year-old western lowland gorilla, died in 2016 after zoo officials fatally shot him to protect a 3-year-old child who had entered…

ByNina OliverioMay 28, 20260Comments

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Here are fun-filled Mother’s Day events in Cincinnati for 2026

Mother’s Day events across Cincinnati include brunches, zoo activities, markets, and family outings. Families searching for Mother’s Day events in Cincinnati will find packed schedules across the city this weekend. Local venues, museums, parks, and markets announced special brunches, tours, and family-focused experiences ahead of Mother’s Day on May 10. The largest attractions expect strong…

ByNina OliverioMay 8, 20260Comments

An overturned red chair and scattered debris on the floor of the Cincinnati Zoo cafeteria following a physical altercation.

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Cincinnati zoo fight leaves two men charged after girl injured

The incident happened Sunday afternoon at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, one of the city’s most visited attractions. According to multiple reports, two adult men became involved in a physical confrontation inside a cafeteria area. The altercation escalated quickly, drawing attention from nearby guests and staff. During the fight, a chair was thrown or…

ByNina OliverioApril 14, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Zoo Worker Injured by Red Panda, Officials Say Incident Was Minor

A worker at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden was injured Friday morning after being scratched by a red panda during routine care, according to zoo officials. The incident, which initially circulated online as an “animal attack,” resulted in minor injuries and did not disrupt zoo operations. What Happened at the Cincinnati Zoo…

ByAdam KoehlerApril 11, 20260Comments

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Why Cincinnati is famous for more than just chili

Cincinnati commands attention as a cultural hub in the Midwest. This Ohio metropolis offers much more than a simple stopover between coasts. Locals know it as the “Queen City,” a title earned during its explosive growth in the early 19th century, when it briefly stood as the fastest-growing and most influential city in…

ByNina OliverioDecember 4, 20250Comments

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Cincinnati Zoo CEO outlines future plans with new giraffe exhibit, animal habitats

Cincinnati Zoo hosts free Stuffed Animal Clinic for children

Military admission returns as Cincinnati Zoo honors service members on July 4

Red panda twins expected as Cincinnati Zoo announces new pregnancy

Harambe honored as Cincinnati Zoo marks 10 years since gorilla’s death

Here are fun-filled Mother’s Day events in Cincinnati for 2026

Cincinnati zoo fight leaves two men charged after girl injured

Cincinnati Zoo Worker Injured by Red Panda, Officials Say Incident Was Minor

Why Cincinnati is famous for more than just chili

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