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A zoo-per fun time... update from the director of Zoo Midland
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Grant Hochmuth , as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The zoo is expected to be a new addition to the Permian Basin area.
Construction at Zoo Midland has been ongoing for about 16 months. Despite the lengthy construction period, interest in the project remains high. The zoo is expected to be a new addition to the Permian Basin area.
Developers are hopeful that the zoo will be just the beginning of further expansion in the area. The region has experienced rapid economic growth, with many new businesses opening. For more information about the zoo project and its potential impact on the area, readers can refer to the update from the director of Zoo Midland.
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Category: local Published: August 6, 2026 Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Construction at Zoo Midland has been ongoing for about 16 months. Despite the lengthy construction period, interest in the project remains high. The zoo is expected to be a new addition to the…
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