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While the Zoo was closed, staff members captured some rare scenes of the animals experiencing the falling snow.

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MEDINA, Ohio -- Thanks to a special sale at the Medina County SPCA at the end of last year, 40 animals are now in forever homes. But volunteers say there are plenty more waiting for loving families to ...