Jesús Aguirre has been appointed as the new director of Austin's Parks and Recreation Department, bringing over two decades of experience from similar roles in cities like Washington, D.C. and Seattle.

Dallas city workers will have a brief Thanksgiving break as Park & Recreation's offices, maintenance facilities, and recreation centers close on November 26th, resuming normal operations on the 27th.

The Maryland Zoo has welcomed a new three-year-old female giraffe, currently in quarantine before joining the giraffe herd. Donations of $100 or more can name her, supporting the zoo's care and conservation efforts.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife uses prescribed fires to rejuvenate habitats and manage ecosystems in Eastern Washington, improving conditions for native species.

The Westwood Hills Nature Center in Minnesota, now a Certified Net-Zero Energy Building, employs eco-friendly design and serves as a educational hub for sustainable living.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife announces a $50,000 grant to promote the "Born to Be Wild" license plate, funding gray wolf conflict mitigation and fostering coexistence between wildlife and humans.

Giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao at the National Zoo enjoyed their first snowfall, playing with enrichment toys before their public debut on January 24, 2025.

The Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge conducted its annual health checkup for their 16 bison, including vaccinations and microchipping new calves, with no public attendance allowed.

The Saint Louis Zoo announces the birth of Jet, the first Asian elephant calf conceived through artificial insemination, marking a conservation milestone.

The University Crossing Public Improvement District has installed new lighting at Glencoe Park, University Crossing Trail, and Mockingbird Bridge, enhancing nighttime safety and connection in the community.

The article discusses the start of the Georgetown to South Park Connection project in Seattle, which will create a safer multi-use trail for cyclists and pedestrians.

The Wargo Nature Center in December offers winter activities like snowshoeing and wildlife tracking, inclusive programs for families with developmental disabilities, youth camps, and various crafts and educational sessions.

Utah's Hogle Zoo transferred a black-footed cat named Gaia to Cameron Park Zoo for breeding efforts to increase genetic diversity and aid in the conservation of this vulnerable species.