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Michigan is home to 26 zoos, all worth checking out. Here's a look at five of the most popular and well-known in the state.
John Ball Zoo took to social media Thursday morning to announce the new pregnancy. Penelope is expected to give birth sometime this August, after being pregnant for roughly 6 to 7 months.
John Ball Zoo is considering putting its new aquarium in Walker, the CEO says. (June 16, 2025) Elon Musk's "No Kings" post goes viral Maddow Blog | ‘No Kings’ protests, special election ...
John Ball Zoo is considering a 190-acre property adjacent to the Grand River in Walker that was once home to a landfill. The New Era Properties site, located at 2637 Wilson SW, is the former ...
John Ball Zoo plans to build a massive aquarium in West Michigan, aiming to boost conservation education and the local economy. Here's the latest on the project.
John Ball Zoo has teased the prospect of building an aquarium in West Michigan for several years. In May 2023, officials announced it would pursue building the aquarium in Kent County after also ...
The Grove picnic area outside John Ball Zoo's main entrance was full of music and the smell of freshly-grilled burgers and hot dogs on Monday night, as the zoo hosted its annual West Side ...
John Ball Zoo is considering a 190-acre property adjacent to the Grand River in Walker that was once home to a landfill. The New Era Properties site, located at 2637 Wilson SW, is the former ...
The City of Walker could be the home of Michigan's newest and largest aquarium. That's according to John Ball Zoo (JBZ) CEO Peter D'Arienzo, who said that the zoo is eyeing a 190-acre site in the ...