A new $21.5M community center with a library and various recreational spaces will break ground on April 17 at Chuck Pezoldt Park in Miami, expected to complete by September 14, 2026.

Kaua‘i's Office of Economic Development launches a webpage to help combat the invasive Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle, offering identification tools, prevention tips, and updates on local efforts.

The Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation announced the opening of Fraser Avenue Lāna‘i Dog Park on April 29, featuring off-leash spaces, ADA amenities, and was completed ahead of schedule.

St. Johns County imposes beach regulations to protect sea turtles during their nesting season, from May 1 to October 31, asking beachgoers to avoid certain activities and report distressed turtles.

A 50-foot, 60,000-pound gray whale carcass washed ashore in Huntington Beach, drawing attention and prompting a necropsy to determine the cause of death.

Houston lakes are being stocked with channel catfish by TPWD to enhance local fishing opportunities, with restocking occurring every two weeks until October's end.

San Francisco opens Sunset Dunes, a 50-acre park on a former highway, featuring art, bike lanes, and a skate park, with future plans for community engagement and sustainability.

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is hosting a public hearing on April 16th to discuss updates to park smoking and THC policies, including alignment of tobacco with cannabis regulations, and rules for selling THC-infused products in parks.

Minneapolis residents can participate in a public hearing to discuss naming a riverfront trail section after local running enthusiast Rick Recker on April 16, 2025.

The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary in Minneapolis opens for its 118th season on April 15, 2025, offering a range of free nature programs.

A mountain lion killed a small dog in Moorpark, alarming residents. Despite efforts to fend off the attack, the dog did not survive. Warnings and advice have been issued about increased mountain lion activity in the area.

President Trump discussed enhancing measures to block invasive Asian carp from entering Lake Michigan, amidst a bipartisan effort needing federal funding support, while Illinois seeks assurances on project liabilities.

EBMUD extends boat launch closures through 2025 to prevent the spread of invasive golden mussels in reservoirs, impacting local boaters but safeguarding the ecosystem and water infrastructure.