Santa Clara has closed Nuevo Dog Park due to reports of pet illnesses, including one death. The city is investigating the issue and maintaining open communication with residents.

St. Louis Park continues its monthly Walk the Park series with community strolls, including an upcoming walk on Aug. 9 and another on Sept. 13, promoting health and community engagement.

The Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis reopens this weekend with a celebration featuring food trucks, live entertainment, and a showcase of the restoration process.

Collinwood Regional Park & Campground's swimming beach reopens after a closure due to high bacteria levels found during routine testing, ensuring public health and safety.

Arlington completed Phase 1 of the California Lane Drainage project that reduces flood risk for 52 homes by enhancing the stormwater system and park amenities.

The City of Blaine, Minnesota, is working to replace playground equipment at Eastside Park that was damaged by arson, with plans to install new, durable pieces.

Blaine, Minnesota's Bark in the Park event will feature giveaways, dog-friendly vendors, live music by The Backyard Band, and BBQ food, taking place at Swanson Dog Park on August 7.

The DLNR reports a rise in Hawaiian green sea turtle nesting and urges the public to respect their space and avoid beach lighting that disrupts their path to the sea.

Dallas's Willis Winters Park is set to receive new artificial turf fields to improve baseball and softball facilities, with construction beginning soon, enhancing playability and reducing weather-related cancellations.

Urban wildlife is attracted to irrigated city landscapes, explains Utah State University's David Stoner, leading to complex interactions and potential conflicts in urban settings.

ODNR offers grants to landowners for creating grassland habitats to support wildlife like the northern bobwhite quail. The program joins conservation and soil health use, funded by USDA's Regional Conservation Partnership Program.

Missouri Dept. of Conservation highlights the Hairy Rose Mallow, a wildflower providing nectar for butterflies, bees, and insects, with seeds for ducks and quail.

El Hasain Hussain joins the North Carolina Zoo as a Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern with a biology degree focused on equine science and minors in chemistry and theater.