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Zoo to remain closed thru Saturday
ASHEBORO — The N.C. Zoo will remain closed to the public on Feb. 6 due to the most recent frozen precipitation. But the park will resume regular winter operating hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily on Feb. 7. The zoo has been closed since Jan. 30 as the result of winter weather that left walkways and service roads hazardous for visitors. Zoo employees will report to work Saturday under Inclement Weather Plan A.
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Communities In Schools kicks off annual school supply drive
Communities In Schools of Randolph County (CISRC) launched its annual Fill The Bus school supply drive this week with a request specifically for book bags for area students.
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‘Memorable’ American Legion event planned
The 2010 American Legion State Baseball Tournament will be played July 24 through July 28 at McCrary Park. The event will get under way July 23.
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Hendrick Construction to build African Plains expansion
The N.C. Zoo's expansion of the African Plains exhibit will include a rhinoceros barn, three hoof-stock barns and a treatment barn with connected paddocks and animal holding facilities.
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Bunting retiring from RCSO
Saying it’s time to go, Major Barry Bunting announced his retirement from the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, effective July 31.
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Are Randolph transportation costs too high for this area?
Transportation costs in Randolph County are well above the recommended percentage of household income.
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Caughron leaving Randleman Chamber
The longtime executive director of the Randleman Chamber of Commerce announced Thursday he is resigning to become the director of marketing and development for Hospice of Randolph County.
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Fourth-generation Rotarian to lead club
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Zoo keepers win animal conservation awards
Four N.C. Zoo keepers have been named winners of prestigious awards given by the American Association of Zoo Keepers.
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Sunset campaign gets $500,000 infusion
The campaign to transform the Sunset Theatre into a first-class performing arts center is a step closer to its goal, following the receipt of a $500,000 gift from the Edward M. Armfield Sr. Foundation.
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