The fishing dock at F.J. Red Kane Park in Arlington is closed for repairs, with local officials promising swift work and updates for anglers and park-goers.

Oklahoma City's indoor recreation facilities are closing for annual maintenance and cleaning from Dec. 23, 2019, to Jan. 3, 2020, affecting centers like Will Rogers Senior Center and Macklanburg Community Center. Outdoor parks will remain open.

The Holiday Village at City Park moves indoors for a festive event on December 7th, offering holiday attractions, food trucks, an Artisans Market, and entertainment in a 19th-century Texas setting for a small entrance fee.

The article discusses the increasing presence of coyotes in Apple Valley's suburbs and offers advice from the DNR on how to coexist safely with the wildlife.

Clark County opens the Lt. Erik Lloyd Memorial Park with family-friendly festivities and tributes to the late police officer, featuring amenities like dog runs, pickleball courts, and a splash pad.

Crystal Mountain opened its 2024-25 winter sports season with 20 runs, thanks to both natural snow and extensive snowmaking. They plan to pause and then fully reopen with night skiing.

Plymouth Parks and Recreation launches an online gift card purchasing option for local recreational activities and rentals, providing a convenient, digital alternative to in-person purchases.

Austin's "Our Parks, Our Future" is a 10-year strategic plan by PARD to enhance green spaces through land acquisition, facility improvements, and new amenities until 2030, with public involvement in its development.

A zoo in Jacksonville closed due to a loose warthog during an event, causing an evacuation and shelter-in-place before guests left with police assistance.

San Diego's historic Botanical Building reopens in Balboa Park during the 47th December Nights festival, after a $30 million renovation. Mayor Todd Gloria attended the reopening.

Dallas City Park's Holiday Village event features festive activities, including photos with Santa, carolers, and an artisanal market. Entry is $5 for adults and $3 for kids, with the event taking place on December 7 from 5 to 9 p.m.

Arlington offers four free public skateparks with distinct features and styles for local skaters, which are open daily and cater to various skill levels.

Animal welfare advocates question the care of "Honey," a bear euthanized at Holtsville Ecology Center, amid allegations of mistreatment and calls for reform.