COAL VALLEY, Ill — The Niabi Zoo is hosting an online auction to help raise money to fund the repairs for exhibits that were damaged by snowstorms in January.
Zoo officials said that items up for bidding will include artwork created by local artists, trips, sports memorabilia, animal-themed gift baskets and more. All proceeds from the auction will go directly to repair efforts, according to Niabi Zoo Director Lee Jackson.
"Zoo staff have been very busy over the last several months getting everything ready for the comfort and convenience of our guests but there is still much to do. We are counting on the continued generous support of this amazing community to help us bring the zoo back from the extensive damage we suffered," Jackson said in a press release.