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🌳 Deer Hunting Begins in Pittsburgh Parks

The controlled deer cull program, a partnership between the city and USDA, started on Saturday in Frick, Riverview, Schenley, Emerald View, and Highland parks. Fifty pre-selected archers underwent background checks and archery tests to qualify. [TribLive]

• 🦌 Oh deer! Pittsburgh has a problem. [📝 Hey Pittsburgh]

🐘 Pittsburgh Zoo Regains ‘Gold Standard’

After nearly a decade, the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium finally earned accreditation from the Association of Zoos & Aquariums — considered the "gold standard" in the field. The zoo dropped its accreditation back in 2015; at the time, it disagreed with the association's stricter rules around zookeeper contact with elephants. [90.5 WESA]

🌿 Bill to Ban Cannabis Testing Excludes Unions

City Council will vote on new legislation this week to strengthen protections for workers with medical marijuana cards — but with a new caveat for some unionized employees. [TribLive]

• 🚫 Other exemptions include jobs that are considered high risk, like if an employee handles chemicals or carries a gun. Get more details. [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]

🏐 Pitt Girls Volleyball Ranks No. 1

The team has historically racked up winning seasons but hasn't been number one until now. Their sweeping win against in-state rival Penn State and a record-breaking crowd at Petersen Events Center made the new title even sweeter. [Pitt]

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