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NC Zoo’s Asia Exhibit Finally Gets Budget | Durham News
North Carolina Zoo’s long-awaited Asia exhibit is finally ready — but it’s on hold until the state approves funding. With $7.5 million total allocated — $6.2 million recurring and $1.3 million non-recurring — the zoo hopes to hire 54 new staff, though leaders say they need 70 to safely open the habitat featuring tigers, Komodo dragons, and more. Lawmakers just voted to send the budget to the governor, marking a major win for the zoo’s first expansion since 1994 and a $75M investment to boost visitor experience and keep the attraction thriving. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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