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.

The Ohio Spring Wildflower Bloom Report enters its fourth week, stating that despite recent rains, the wildflowers in Southern Ohio continue to thrive and present new species.

Vidinha Stadium in Kauai is closed for a $12.2 million renovation including synthetic field and track, with a reopening planned for December 2025. Other nearby fields are open.

Michigan DNR urges residents to coexist with the growing black bear population, advising against feeding them and securing trash to reduce encounters.

FAU's ocean camera, attached to a nurse shark, recorded a rare encounter with a great white shark, offering unique insights into shark interactions and behavior.

A free jazz concert will be held at City Park in Dallas on April 13th to celebrate Jazz History Month, promising cultural engagement and historical exploration.

Wake Forest is reactivating the drinking fountains in its parks on April 11, following their winter shut-down to protect the pipes from freezing. This is part of routine seasonal maintenance to ensure clean and functional amenities for the community.

Commissioner Candice S. Miller warns of a major sewage spill from Oakland County into Macomb County's Red Run Drain, urging state intervention for long-term solutions.

Scott County, MN, invites bird enthusiasts to Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve for birdwatching on May 31, with equipment provided and discounts for groups.