KX News: Roosevelt Park Zoo

Boo at Zoo This Week

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:23:00 GMT

Over the past 13 years, it's gained a reputation as being one of the spookiest places in Minot around Halloween. And once again this year, organizers are working hard to make it scarier than ever. "Boo at the Zoo" is an annual event held at Minot's Roo

Business Beat - September 24th

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:57:00 GMT

A new magazine in the Minot area will make its debut this weekend. Patron on Line it's called, and the owner and publisher is Paul Lee. Lee is a native of the area but has lived in various parts of the country working in higher education and media. For

Oil Spill on Burdick

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:29:00 GMT

An oil spill forced Minot crews to scramble to clean it up today. Oil, apparently from a truck passing through town, was on Burdick Expressway from near 27th Street Southeast to Roosevelt Park Zoo. City Public Works Director Alan Walter says he's unsur

Rain Creates Problems in Region

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:16:00 GMT

After weeks of dry weather mother nature made up for lost time last night in a big way. Minot recieved over two and a half inches of rain and it made quite a mess around town. This car was flooded by the pool of water that formed at the enterence

New Wolves at Zoo

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 13:17:00 GMT

Even though Labor Day weekend is upon us, the Roosevelt Park Zoo says summer isn't over just yet. The Zoo is open all weekend, including Labor Day, and they've brought in some new attractions in time for the holiday weekend. 3-year-old Gage and 13-year-

Business August 27th

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:23:00 GMT

Minots new store Real Deals opened this week, its located across from the Roosevelt Park Zoo and owned by Denise Kauer, Beth Slaten and LeAnn Tennyson, who say this is really something new for Minot. They saw the Real Deals in Bismarck and wanted to

Jungle Joe - Kangaroos!

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:48:00 GMT

It's time to hop into the very last segment of Jungle Joe for summer 2009. This week, we take a look at the Joey, and all of the kangaroos! ((Jungle Joe)) Jungle Joe back out at the Roosevelt Park Zoo showing you just another great reason to "hop" out

Jungle Joe 8.10.09

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:23:00 GMT

Usually, you wouldn't want to hear the words Joe Goldade and snow in the same sentance. But no need to worry, it's more like snow and Jungle Joe... ((Jungle Joe)) Jungle Joe back out at the Roosevelt Park Zoo and I'm going to mention the word snow, t

Zoo Honors Military

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 13:23:00 GMT

It's been a busy summer for the Roosevelt Park Zoo, but today, a first-time event created a larger-than-average number of visitors. Military Appreciation Day is a way for the Minot Park District and the Chamber of Commerce to say thank you to members

Zoo Offers Military Appreciation

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 13:23:00 GMT

They fight for our country and protect our freedom, and this Friday, one local organization is showing their thanks to our military members. On Friday, the Roosevelt Park Zoo is hosting a "Military Appreciation Day" for service members and their famili

Zoo Year Looking Good

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:16:00 GMT

The North Dakota State Fair may have had a record-setting year, but another Minot attraction is also experiencing one of its biggest summers in years. The Roosevelt Park Zoo is reporting much higher attendance numbers compared to just one year ago. Zoo

Jungle Joe

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 13:16:00 GMT

ALYSIA HUCK"Hay!" It's time for Joe Goldade to put his hat on and become Jungle Joe again! Today, we find out where they stock up a majority of their animal feed at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. ((Jungle Joe)) Jungle Joe at the Roosevelt Park Zoo hittin' th

Joe on the Go - Petting Zoo

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:37:00 GMT

Joe is on the Go again here at the fair: but don't be fooled! ...just because he's not at the Roosevelt Park Zoo doesn't mean you still can't call him "Jungle Joe," and here's why... ((Joe Goldade)) Joe on the go at the North Dakota State Fair. I'm

Drug Court Students Help Zoo

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 14:14:00 GMT

Minot's Roosevelt Park Zoo will have a new display thanks to the labor of young people who've been convicted of drug crimes. Students participating in the local Juvenile Drug Court have spent time at the Zoo this summer, laying out and planting native

Jungle Joe 7.13.09

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 13:16:00 GMT

Today, we head out and "paint the zoo" with Jungle Joe as he give 3 cheers to their volunteers... ((Jungle Joe)) Jungle Joe at the Roosevelt Park Zoo - The zoo is fully staffed, but there's so much work to be done out here! The zoo relies heavily on v

Jungle Joe

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:45:00 GMT

You see them everytime you stop and visit the Roosevelt Park Zoo and they require just as much attention as the animals do! The staff are constantly getting complements about them - but what are "they?" Jungle Joe explains... ((Jungle Joe)) A joey just

Jungle Joe

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:39:00 GMT

Jungle Joe is back at it today as he continues to take a look at how the staff spot problems and care for all of the animals at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. ((Jungle Joe / KX News)) Jungle Joe at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Last week, we showed you rounds and h

Jungle Joe

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:22:00 GMT

Joe Goldade has once again become "Jungle Joe," and this week he's showing us that he really knows how to get 'round at the zoo! ((Jungle Joe / KX News)) Jungle Joe at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Did you know that for everything there is to see out here, f

Jungle Joe - Camels

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 13:18:00 GMT

Jungle Joe takes us for a walk around the zoo today, but this isn't your everyday, ordinary walk... ((Jungle Joe, KX News)) Jungle Joe at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Today, we're taking the camels for a walk! I have Mulan, and Jane May back there. I thi

Jungle Joe

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:45:00 GMT

The lineup of creatures continues to grow and change at Minot's Roosevelt Park Zoo. Jungle Joe Goldade takes a look. ((Jungle Joe, KX News)) Jungle Joe here just outside the Education Center at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Last season, we took you inside t

Jungle Joe

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:09:00 GMT

Usually, Jungle Joe visits the animals at Roosevelt Park Zoo. But tonight, he's taking his act on the road - helping out with a zoo visit to a classroom. ((Jungle Joe, KX News)) Jungle Joe back out at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. You know, you don't always

Zoo Helps Promote College Savings

Fri, 29 May 2009 13:45:00 GMT

23,000 dollars. That's how much student loan debt the average college graduate has after receiving a diploma. Bank of North Dakota is hoping to change that statistic through a relatively new program. May 29th is recognized as "529 College Sa

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Thu, 21 May 2009 05:33:00 GMT

Jamestown officials say the city sewer system is still handling a lot of water, and they're asking people to continue with conservation. The Army Corps of Engineers has been cutting back on the amount of water released from the Pipestem and Jame

Not a Baaaaad Outcome

Wed, 20 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Remember this scene from this spring's flooding along the Mouse River? It happened April 14th - when about 100 pregnant ewes were rescued from their flooded pasture near Logan and taken by boat to higher ground. It was a very unusual rescue - with offi

Jungle Joe

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:29:00 GMT

When you pay a visit to the Roosevelt Park Zoo and notice how clean everything is, you probably don't think of Jungle Joe, and we can't blame you! However, this morning, he not only stopped by to enjoy the scenary, he helped to keep it clean. ((Jungle

Zoo Follies

Sun, 17 May 2009 12:06:00 GMT

A trip to Minot's Roosevelt Park Zoo is always a fun time for visitors, but today was an extra special day for anyone who entered the gates. The annual Zoo Follies was in full swing, offering good times for both children and adults. Kids were able to p

Zoo Follies

Sun, 17 May 2009 02:26:00 GMT

Jungle Joe

Mon, 11 May 2009 13:37:00 GMT

The Roosevelt Park Zoo may be open for the season, but the heavy workload for staff and volunteers continues. And since we know Joe Goldade is such a hard worker, we sent him over to help out in this summer's first installment of Jungle Joe. (Jungle J

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Wed, 06 May 2009 20:15:00 GMT

A 78-year-old Bismarck man has been ordered held without bail on a charge of murder in the death of his wife. Matthias Zimprich appeared in court yesterday. Judge Bruce Romanick (roh-MAHN'-ik) ordered him held without bail after attorneys said

Body Found in River

Wed, 06 May 2009 13:37:00 GMT

The body of a man who jumped into the swollen Mouse River in Minot three weeks ago was found today. After nearly three weeks of searching, authorities have recovered the body of Ryan Eback. 27-year-old Ryan Eback jumped into the river on the morning of

Body Found in River

Wed, 06 May 2009 13:03:00 GMT

After nearly three weeks of searching, authorities have recovered the body of Ryan Eback. The 27-year-old jumped into the Mouse River on the morning of April 16th, while fleeing from the Highway Patrol. Police received a call at 11:16 this morning from

Body of missing man found in Souris River

Wed, 06 May 2009 09:53:00 GMT

Authorities say a body found in the Souris River has been identified as a man who jumped in April 16 after he was stopped on suspicion of drunken driving. Minot police say a local resident spotted the body Wednesday morning near Roosevelt Park Z

Body found in Souris River

Wed, 06 May 2009 09:17:00 GMT

Authorities say a body has been found in the Souris River. Minot police say a local resident spotted the body Wednesday morning near Roosevelt Park Zoo. A dive team recovered the body. It will be sent to the state medical examiner in Bismarck fo

Zoo Opens Gates for Season

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:08:00 GMT

Today was also the perfect day for another special occasion- After a long, hard winter, Minot's Roosevelt Park Zoo opens it's gates for the 2009 season. In addition to the wide variety of animals seen last year, the zoo is also introducing a few new fa

Stranded Sheep Ride Boat to Safety

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:08:00 GMT

We have a daring rescue to tell you about tonight - a mission involving floodwaters, boats, and pregnant females. Jim Olson reports from near Logan. The Mouse River just kept rising at Neil Grubb's ranch Monday night and Tuesday. Water was pouring in t

'69 Flood - 40 Days of Flooding

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:53:00 GMT

40 years ago, Minot was locked in the grips of a flood unlike anything the city had ever seen. All this week we're looking back at the disaster and reliving the moments from the people who were there and experienced the flood of 1969. Here's Shaun Sipma

Moose Killed at Airport

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:30:00 GMT

A moose that wandered across the main runway at Minot's Airport this morning was killed by a police marksman. The moose was first reported on airport property about 7:40 this morning, making it impossible for planes to safely use the runway. Police cons

Haunted Houses

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 13:37:00 GMT

If you're looking for a few things that go "bump in the night" this Halloween, the good news is, you'll have several options to choose from. Once again this year, the Roosevelt Park Zoo is hosting their "Boo at the Zoo" haunted house. The event continue

Jungle Joe - Autumn

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 17:07:00 GMT

Now that fall has arrived, many people are getting ready for the winter months to come. So are many animals, as Jungle Joe Goldade found out when he recently paid a visit to the Roosevelt Park Zoo... ((Jungle Joe, KX News)) The colors of fall have ar

Suspicious fox spotted in Minot

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 01:35:00 GMT

Minot residents are urged to beware of a fox sighted recently in the city. The animal is apparently not afraid of people, and officials wonder if it has some sort of disease. Foxes are typically wary of human contact. Roosevelt Park Z

Jungle Joe Visits the Camels

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 13:44:00 GMT

He's back, complete with his jungle hat, one last time for this season. It's Jungle Joe at the Roosevelt Park Zoo, and today, he found the camels and the reason the zoo is so green... (Jungle Joe / KX News) Jungle Joe back out at the Roosevelt Park Zoo

Jungle Joe Meets the Bears

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 13:44:00 GMT

"Bear with us" this week as Jungle Joe heads back out to the zoo. This time, he found a place with a pool, a feeding station and plenty of entertainment! (Jungle Joe Goldade / KX News) Jungle Joe visiting one of the most popular exhibits here at the R

Jungle Joe: Feeding the Birds

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 14:55:00 GMT

Jungle Joe is cooking something up this week - but it's not the kind of specialties that you might be think of. Let's see what he's up to... (Jungle Joe, KX News) Jungle Joe back out at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Today, not only looking at all of the anim

Jungle Joe - Tortoises

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:38:00 GMT

Last week, he took a reading adventure that led him to a close encounter with "Bill" the ball python, and now, Jungle Joe tries to keep up with someone close to his own pace. (Jungle Joe, KX News) You're looking at the painted turtles here at the Rooseve

One Year Later for Memorial

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:53:00 GMT

The Medal of Honor Memorial was dedicated at Minot's Roosevelt Park one year ago today. It's opening came only after a lot of time and effort had been put in by many people. Jim Olson talked with Randy Schobinger - a former state senator who was one of

One Year Later for Memorial

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:03:00 GMT

The Medal of Honor Memorial was dedicated at Minot's Roosevelt Park one year ago today. But its opening came only after a lot of time and effort had been put in by many people. Jim Olson talked with Randy Schobinger - a former state senator who was one

Jungle Joe: Story Time

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:51:00 GMT

He went "ape" last week at the Roosevelt Park Zoo! This week, Jungle Joe Goldade had a chance to relax, take in a story... and a little more... (Jungle Joe, KX News) It is about 9:30 in the morning on Tuesday and that can only mean one thing: It's tim

Business Donates Trees

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 13:29:00 GMT

You want to do something good for the environment? How about planting some trees? That's what a local couple decided to do - and they did it to help the local zoo. Jim Olson has the story. (Jim Olson, KX News) The llamas at Roosevelt Park Zoo don't ha

Jungle Joe Meets the Monkeys

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:32:00 GMT

His segment was "for the birds" last week, and now, Jungle Joe is visiting the primates. ...but this isn't the "monkey business" you might be expecting! (Jungle Joe, KX News) Jungle Joe exploring the primates today! There's not a whole lot of monkey bu

Jungle Joe Meets the Penguins

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:06:00 GMT

He graduated from zoo camp last week - and now, Jungle Joe is visiting his friends with the largest cement pool at the Roosevelt Park Zoo... (Jungle Joe, KX News) Jungle Joe - for the birds today! ...but not the kind that fly. Today: we take a look at

Jungle Joe Goes to Zoo Camp

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 15:39:00 GMT

Joe Goldade has been sent away to camp this week...zoo camp, that is! He joins the ranks of the preschool explorers at the Roosevelt Park Zoo in this week's edition of Jungle Joe... (Jungle Joe, KX News)Jungle Joe back out here at the Roosevelt Park Z

Jungle Joe at the Zoo: Reptiles

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 13:58:00 GMT

Last week, he was chased and roared at by the big cats of the Roosevelt Park Zoo. This week, he's about to get even closer to an animal normally "off limits." Here's Jungle Joe Goldade... (Jungle Joe, KX News) Jungle Joe at the Roosevelt Park Zoo Educa

Jungle Joe

Mon, 26 May 2008 13:24:00 GMT

He's been on the prowl out at the zoo over the past couple of weeks, and now he's checking out the cats, and these ones you can't pet! Here's Jungle Joe Goldade with his new safari hat. (Jungle Joe, KX News) Jungle Joe back out here at the Roosevelt Par

Park Board Considers Property

Tue, 20 May 2008 17:09:00 GMT

Minot's Park Board is considering a purchase offer on property where Alan Kurth Olds-Nissan once stood. The idea is to use the area to establish a botanical conservatory to be home to various plant collections. Members of the Souris Basin Conservatory G

Jungle Joe and the River Otters

Mon, 19 May 2008 15:10:00 GMT

One of the newest exhibits at Minot's Roosevelt Park Zoo is also one of the most popular with visitors. And it's naturally a place that Joe Goldade wants to visit. Here's this week's edition of Jungle Joe at the zoo... (Jungle Joe, KX News) We're out h

Minot zoo has a lot of new residents

Sun, 18 May 2008 09:17:00 GMT

Minot's Roosevelt Park Zoo has a lot of new residents this year including one really tall one. A female giraffe named Luna was born in late December. Education coordinator Becky Dewitz says now that the weather's nice, Luna can go outside.

Jungle Joe

Mon, 12 May 2008 13:25:00 GMT

Every Monday this summer we'll check in with Joe Goldade for what's happening at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. Today, he's found some new animals you're sure to enjoy this year... (Joe Goldade - KX News)Welcome to the Roosevelt Park Zoo - Minot's wild, famil

Zoo Opens

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 01:37:00 GMT

Today marks the start of another season for the Roosevelt Park Zoo in Minot. The doors opened today with a few new things walking around inside the zoo. After losing two lions last year to old age the zoo got two new lions this year and stuffed the two

Zoo Opens

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 01:35:00 GMT

Someone's Gotta Do It - Zoo

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 13:57:00 GMT

It's time again for Clayton Clark's new weekly series called "Someone's Gotta Do It." This week, Clayton takes us inside the cages of the North American animals at the Roosevelt Park Zoo where he teams upwith a zookeeper to feed the animals without becom

Someone's Gotta Do It - In the Sewer

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 14:01:00 GMT

We're starting a new series today where I, Clayton Clark, will take on just about any difficult, disgusting, or unflattering task you can think of. Tonight's we go into the depths of the minot sewer system for our first episode of Someone's Gotta Do It.

Students See New Side of Wildlife

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 14:01:00 GMT

After 19 years of residency at the Minot Roosevelt Park Zoo, an African lioness' legacy is living on even after her death. "Fee," as she was known, was donated to Minot State University after she diedwhere the curator of collections, Guy Hanley, went t

Boo at the Zoo Coming

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 17:16:00 GMT

Ready for a good scare this Halloween? The staff at Minot's Roosevelt Park Zoo are ready to provide it. The annual Boo at the Zoo is beginning tomorrow night at the Zoo's Education Center. The haunted house will include fun scariness for kids age 12 an

Volunteers Clean Up Velva Park

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 15:08:00 GMT

Volunteers from all over the region gathered at Wildwood Park in Velva this morning to help five teenagers in a quest to travel to India. The Roosevelt Park Zoo organized a clean up of Wildwood Park for five teens trying to win a conservation challenge t

Backpack Giveaway Stirs Memories

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 13:44:00 GMT

His 17-year old nephew was killed in a traffic crash near Roosevelt Park Zoo five years ago. And ever since, Bob Gross has kept his nephew Daysun's memory alive by helping kids in the area. He's given away hundreds of bikes to needy kids - and today

Roosevelt Zoo Helping to Save Black & White Ruffed Lemur

Mon, 06 Aug 2007 18:23:00 GMT

The Roosevelt Park Zoo is welcoming a new noise-maker to its animal kingdom and at the same time hoping to help save an endangered species. The screeching can be heard from a young female Black and White Ruffed Lemur named Matty. Matty was brought to Mi

Farm Safety for Kids

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 13:22:00 GMT

The heat had many of us running for air-conditioned cover by late this morning, but these kids were doing no such thing. Around seventy kids gathered outside Farm Credit Services in Minot to take part in a farm safety camp. Farm Credit has hosted the ev

'Brew at the Zoo' Underway

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 14:01:00 GMT

The Roosevelt Park Zoo was filled with families, today, but tonight it's adults only as the zoo hosts its third annual "Brew at the Zoo" night. The event is open to those 21 and over. It started and six and goes until 10. The cost to get in is $10. Th

Reading Program Gives Kids Zoo Time

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 13:43:00 GMT

Reading programs for kids are popular during the summer break, and this summer there's one more added to the list. The Roosevelt Park Zoo has a new summer reading program that gives kids the chance to listen to a story and interact with zoo animals. The

Minot Planning for Parks

Mon, 14 May 2007 13:25:00 GMT

Minot parks benefited from the rain showers overnight, and in the future, they'll see benefits from better planning. Over the past three months the Minot Park District has been searching for ways to improve its operations. Reporter Karna Lillebo has the

Egyptian Tortoises Make Home in Minot

Sun, 13 May 2007 17:13:00 GMT

They're not exactly the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, but these little guys are drawing just about as much attention from youngsters at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. The facility just welcomed four new little tortoises to their animal family. The yet-to-be-n

Roosevelt Park Zoo Welcomes New Lion

Sat, 12 May 2007 17:28:00 GMT

Roosevelt Park Zoo now officially has a lionin addition to it's tigers and bears. They welcomed Kiota, a 20-month-old, 350-pound roaring bundle of joy just a few days ago. Staff members recently traveled to Colorado Springs' Cheyenne Mountain Zoo to

Minot Man Donates Bikes

Sat, 12 May 2007 17:27:00 GMT

School bells will ring for the final time this year in just a couple of weeks. And now, thanks to the generosity of one area man, several kids will have something to do with all their free time. Today, Bob Gross hosted his annual bicycle give-way just o

Salute to Seniors

Tue, 08 May 2007 17:07:00 GMT

Area seniors spent the day being entertained at the State Fair Center in Minot. It was the 11th Annual Salute to Seniors, today. The event is put on by the Minot Senior Coalition and sponsored by several local businesses. Each year, the event has a dif

Zoo Prepares for Big Summer

Sun, 08 Apr 2007 17:09:00 GMT

Well, the bears are about ready to come out of hibernation and greet visitors to the Roosevelt Park Zoo in Minot. Staff members there are busy preparing the animals for their 2007 season debut, which will happen on April 28th. This year, guests will s

Kids Participate in Annual Egg Hunt

Sat, 07 Apr 2007 17:27:00 GMT

Boo at the Zoo or the annual Easter egg hunt? Looking at what everyone at Roosevelt Park Zoo was wearing today, you would have guessed it to be Halloween. But the thousands of brightly colored eggs scattered across the grounds made it clear, Spring is h

Zoo official says barn might be rebuilt

Wed, 07 Mar 2007 05:04:00 GMT

An official of Minot's Roosevelt Park Zoo says zoo officials still are not sure of the cause of a fire yesterday that destroyed a small barn and killed eight birds. The fire at the Children's Zoo Barn killed six peahens and two peacocks. Educati

Fire at Zoo Kills 8 Birds

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 13:24:00 GMT

Fire destroyed a small barn at Minot's Roosevelt Park Zoo this afternoon, killing all eight of the birds housed in the building. Six peahens and two peacocks perished when the Children's Zoo Barn caught fire just after noon today. Zoo officials say the

Fire at Minot zoo kills 8 birds, destroys barn

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 11:54:00 GMT

A fire destroyed a small barn at Minot's Roosevelt Park Zoo this afternoon, killing eight birds housed in the building. Zoo officials say six peahens and two peacocks were killed when the Children's Zoo Barn caught fire just after noon today.

Zoo Women

Mon, 05 Feb 2007 13:22:00 GMT

Single gender classrooms have been in the headlines latelybut have you ever considered a single-gender workplace? One local business has but not exactly on purpose. Abby Wuellner has more tonight with the ladies who are now running the show at Roose