The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board began a public comment period for its proposed Tobacco and Cannabis Policy updates, addressing use and sale in public spaces.

The Belleville Christkindlmarkt in Illinois is returning for its 11th year, offering a traditional German Christmas market experience from November 29 to December 23, 2024.

Chatham County announces its sixth annual Holiday in the Park on December 13, 2024, with festivities including a tree lighting, Santa visits, crafts, and a new Holiday Art Market.

The Detroit Zoo's Wild Lights event features over five million LED lights and special attractions from November 23 to January 5, including photos with Santa and a 4D Rudolph show.

Shajra Thrasher, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation in Douglasville, was awarded the Mike Daniel Award for her impactful work in the community.

The Saint Louis Zoo euthanized Ingozi, a 17-year-old male African lion, due to advanced liver and spinal disease. He was known for his roar and had sired several litters.

The DLNR, TNC, and ASU collaborated to relocate coral colonies from a decommissioned fish farm off Hawai‘i Island, aiming to restore them to their natural habitats or use them for research and propagation.

Arlington celebrated the opening of its first inclusive playground at Meadowbrook Park with festivities, ensuring play opportunities for kids of all abilities.

A series of parrot shootings in the San Gabriel Valley has resulted in wildlife cruelty, with many birds sustaining severe injuries. Local rehab centers are struggling to manage the increasing number of victims.

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is developing rules for cannabis use in parks following Minnesota legalization and invites public feedback until January 21, 2025.

The Houston Zoo celebrates the birth of Kirby, a 314-pound female Asian elephant calf, born after a 19-hour labor, displaying health and vitality from the start.

The Documentary "Haskell House and the Story of Clarksville" highlights the history of one of Austin's oldest structures and the Clarksville community, now available on YouTube.

Baylor Regional Park introduces a "Punk Skunks" story walk for visitors, combining reading with outdoor activity, thanks to authors Trisha and Stephen Shaskan's collaboration.