The Nashville Zoo introduced six skunk kits named after cheeses, to be part of their educational programs. These kits, alongside adult skunks, will teach visitors about skunks' ecological roles and correct misconceptions.

Nashville celebrates July as Parks and Recreation Month with activities emphasizing community and inclusion, supported by Mayor O'Connell and Metro Parks.

The Nashville Zoo awaits the bloom of a corpse flower, known for its foul scent. The plant, called Zeus, is on loan from Austin Peay State University after storm damage.

Dollywood is named the top global attraction people most want to return to, with a comeback score of 94/100, according to InsureandGo's analysis of online reviews.

Fall Creek Falls State Park is planning to restore the park's ecology after storm damage. This will involve cleanups, managing timber, and strategies like burns and planting pollinator-friendly seeds, with details to be shared at a May 9 open house.

Trillions of periodical cicadas are set to emerge across the U.S. in 2024, with residents reporting high noise levels that confuse some into calling the police.

Mayor O'Connell of Nashville has signed an executive order to expand the city's tree canopy, aligning with National Arbor Day and addressing the impact of ongoing construction.

The new Central Dog Park opened in Nashville beside the expanded Central Water Reclamation Facility, featuring green space and community amenities, heralded by Mayor O'Connell and local officials.

A shooting at a Memphis block party results in two deaths, spurring city officials to consider revising park rental permits, while community activists call for reclaiming their neighborhood.

The Nashville Zoo announced the birth of Helios, a critically endangered red ruffed lemur, emphasizing the importance of each birth for the species' survival.

Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park hosts 'Historic Market Day' on May 4, featuring 19th-century farm life activities, crafts, and games free of charge, with special school sessions available on May 3.

Nashville Zoo celebrated the birth of four Nigerian dwarf goats, named after a local hockey star, entrancing visitors with their charm and mild temperament.

A rare fanaloka pup was born at the Nashville Zoo on March 10, marking a significant occasion for the conservation of this vulnerable species from Madagascar.