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Yahoo
3 days ago
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Woman shocked to find boa constrictor on front porch in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A local Topeka woman got a big surprise this week when she found a large snake hanging out on her front porch early Thursday morning. Lisa Motto told 27 News she was astonished to discover a larger-than-average snake on her front porch. She said the serpent was initially spotted by her cousin who was exiting their house in Topeka's Oakland neighborhood around 7 a.m. on July 31. 'My cousin was walking out with her child that morning,' Motto said. 'She called me and told me there's a boa on the ramp.' Closing Topeka area pools signal the end of summer for local kids Motto headed outside and spotted the red-tailed boa on a railing. She thinks the snake found its way there as it searched for a place to warm itself after rain the night before. 'I went out there and I was like 'oh my god!' There's a snake on the ramp!' Motto said. Red-tailed boa constrictors are non-venomous and can grow to about 10 feet in length, according to the Sacramento Zoo. They usually target small rodents and lizards in the wild and can live up to 25 years in human care. Motto quickly took to social media, posting an image of the snake to Facebook in the hopes of locating its owner and getting it off her property. She said the snake, while a little unsettling, was tame, but she avoided touching it as she was fearful of it moving. 'It's not everyday you find a boa constrictor thing on your front porch,' Motto said. 'Yeah, if it was really huge I would've been freaking out.' 'Just a real gift to the world': Topeka mom's death leaves hole in the community The owners, who lived nearby, came to collect the boa about an hour-and-a-half later after they saw Motto's Facebook post. Motto said she was happy to see it reunited with its owners but hopes she doesn't get any other snake-related surprises in the future. For more local news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Follow Matthew Self on X (Twitter): Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
CBS News
23-05-2025
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- CBS News
Sacramento Zoo welcomes new Masai giraffe, named Henry, from Virginia
SACRAMENTO — The Sacramento Zoo recently welcomed a new male Masai giraffe from the East Coast. The giraffe, named Henry, is 1.5 years old and arrived in the capital city from the Virginia Zoo on April 26. The Sacramento Zoo said Henry has already fully integrated into the existing herd of Masai giraffes, which are considered vulnerable to endangerment. Henry the Masaii giraffe Sacramento Zoo Henry will be about 19 feet tall once fully grown, making him the tallest in the zoo's herd. He is the lightest colored giraffe in the herd. The zoo said Henry came to Sacramento on a breeding recommendation and is a genetic match with all the female giraffes it currently houses. "The arrival of Henry marks an exciting milestone in our ongoing commitment to giraffe conservation. ... We look forward to his integration and the potential for future offspring, further contributing to the conservation of this iconic species," said Matt McKim, the zoo's chief animal programs officer. At the beginning of March, a new Masai giraffe was born at the Sacramento Zoo. In April, its name was announced as Sumi. Also in April, the Sacramento Zoo welcomed two new clouded leopards, named Serai and Rajasi
Business Journals
01-05-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
5 things: Big Day of Giving for nonprofits is underway
Welcome to Thursday, loyal readers. Friendly reminder: Friday is the deadline to submit Best Places to Work nominations. We're looking for local employers that have gone above and beyond to create an outstanding workplace culture. Nomination information is available online. Here's what else you need to know today. Want more local business headlines? Sign up for our morning and afternoon newsletters to get Sacramento business news delivered straight to your inbox. GET TO KNOW YOUR CITY Find Local Events Near You Connect with a community of local professionals. Explore All Events GET TO KNOW YOUR CITY Find Local Events Near You Connect with a community of local professionals. Explore All Events Big Day of Giving is underway Today is the Big Day of Giving, an annual fundraising push that has raised more than $104 million for nonprofit organizations in the Sacramento area since 2013. Organized by the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, the Big Day of Giving includes hundreds of nonprofits serving El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo counties. Donation information is available online. You can make donations until 11:59 p.m. tonight. As of 8 a.m., today's effort had raised $4.4 million. Sacramento Zoo cancels Elk Grove move A planned new zoo in Elk Grove will not be moving forward, the Sacramento Zoological Society announced Wednesday. Citing rising costs and concerns a new zoo would house far fewer species than the existing zoo in Sacramento's Land Park, the decision was made not to proceed, the society announced in a statement on its website. Though the Sacramento Zoo is accredited through 2029, the planned move to Elk Grove was sparked by concerns that the aging, landlocked facility in Land Park would eventually fail to meet modern standards for zoos. Senior Reporter Ben van der Meer has details about the decision not to move the Sacramento Zoo to Elk Grove. Habit Burger plans 2 new Sacramento County sites Habit Burger & Grill, known for its charbroiled hamburgers, has submitted plans for two new locations in Sacramento County. The Irvine-based restaurant chain, which has more than a dozen locations throughout the greater Sacramento market, is seeking major design reviews for projects at 8861 Greenback Lane in Orangevale and 6150 Florin Road in the Florin area of Sacramento County. Reporter Jake Abbott explains what Habit Burger is planning in Sacramento County. Rancho Cordova industrial property sold A fully leased industrial property of three buildings in Rancho Cordova has sold in an off-market deal, Before the property at 2643-2647 Mercantile Drive officially came on the market, broker Peter Winterling said he had three to four good offers to buy. "The number of offers shows how strong the Sacramento industrial market still is," said Winterling, a senior vice president and shareholder with Kidder Mathews. "It's almost as straightforward a purchase as you can find." Senior Reporter Ben van der Meer has details about the industrial property sold in Rancho Cordova. Amazon's vendor change spurs nearly 300 layoffs Nearly 300 jobs at Amazon locations in the Central Valley are being eliminated as the online shopping giant is switching maintenance vendors. The layoffs are effective June 14 for employees of Chicago-based Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. (NYSE: JLL) subsidiary Jones Lang LaSalle Americas Inc. The job cuts are a total of 298 people. They include 77 people at SMF1, an Amazon fulfillment center in Metro Air Park, at 4900 West Elkhorn Blvd. in Sacramento. Reporter Mark Anderson explains what you need to know about Central Valley layoffs resulting from Amazon's vendor change. Have a great day, folks. Thanks for reading.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
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- Yahoo
Elk Grove zoo project will not move forward, Sacramento Zoo says
( The Sacramento Zoological Society announced Wednesday that it will not be moving forward with the new zoo project in Elk Grove. Video Above: Sacramento Zoo welcomes clouded leopards to their habitat 'We believe in the future of this zoo, and in planning for the zoo's future in a way that meets the needs of the animals in our care and of our community. We are deeply committed to fulfilling our mission, and inspiring future generations to love and care for the natural world,' Sacramento Zoo officials said. 'With these considerations in mind, we believe that this decision is the best path forward for the zoo, while staying true to our mission.' Officials said their vision of a 65-acre state-of-the-art zoo had faded over time. This is a result of controlled construction costs and staying within budget, which would reduce the size of the zoo. According to the zoo, the new location would also not be able to house as many animals as the Land Park location and would not be 'financially or operationally sustainable.' Wednesday's statement said officials are not taking the decision lightly and confirmed that the project was not the best way to invest their resources or donors' funds. The zoo acknowledged the community may be disappointed, but officials said the decision is the most responsible choice for the success of the zoo. Street closures for Stockton Cinco de Mayo Parade announced 'In the coming weeks and months, we will have an opportunity to chart a new vision for the zoo's future. This news is still very fresh, and we thank you for your patience as we determine next steps. We will be sharing more information very soon,' the statement said. Officials reassure the community that they will continue to be a welcoming location to the community with a beautiful future for years to come. The full statement can be found on the Sacramento Zoo website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
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Sacramento Zoo announces death of beloved otter
( — The Sacramento Zoo has announced the death of their beloved 9-year-old North American river otter named Kai. Video Above: Sacramento Zoo welcomes clouded leopards to their habitat In a social media post on Tuesday, officials said the otter was found unresponsive early Monday morning in her habitat. Currently, her cause of death is unknown, but an animal autopsy is underway. According to officials, Kai had been with the zoo since 2017, sharing a habitat with Jackson, another North American River Otter. Lead Carnivore keeper Anela shared 'Unexpected loss is one of the most difficult experiences in the life of an animal keeper, and it is especially hard when the loss involves an animal that brought so much joy to her care team.' Anela also touched on Kai's personality, stating she was opinionated and sassy as she knew 'exactly what she did and didn't want in every situation.' 'Taylen and Wyatt's Law' Passes Committee With Amendments Other keepers commented on Kai's passing, remembering her playfulness and intelligence. 'Kai was a treasured member of our zoo family, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her,' officials said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
