After 28 years of living and working in St. Louis, I consider it home. I remain impressed about the diversity of institutions and events in St. Louis that make this a fascinating area. However, I am also frustrated at times…

Re: “Top zoo officials unite here to save species,” Oct. 6

Kudos to those in the zoo industry who recognize that breeding animals in captivity is not the long-term solution to saving endangered species. Indeed, costly zoo breeding programs divert funds…

Regarding the recent deaths of some of the animals at the St. Louis Zoo: Let’s get real, there are thousands of animals at our zoo receiving wonderful and compassionate care. Is the public aware that only a small number of…

We are taxed and also voluntarily support the Saint Louis Zoo so it can care for and display animals in comfortable and natural settings.

The Zoo has become a party and events ‘monster’, losing sight of its mission.
The animals have become…