Lake Minnewashta Regional Park's playground is currently closed for renovations until late fall 2024, with Carver County Parks asking for public patience during construction.

Arlington celebrates 25 years as a Tree City USA, highlighting its dedication to preserving its urban tree canopy, which not only enhances beauty but also provides energy savings, noise reduction, and higher property values.

Minneapolis' Lake Nokomis beaches are closed due to a sewer backup, with water sampling underway until it's safe for public use.

Kingsport unveils new playground equipment at Riverview Park and Riverfront Park, enhancing local recreational spaces for children.

Wayne County, Michigan, is set to receive radioactive waste from WWII's Manhattan Project, with concerns raised over safety and lack of public information.

Two local beaches, St. Croix Bluffs and Point Douglas, are closed due to harmful blue-green algae blooms. Swimming and wading are prohibited, and pet owners are warned to keep animals away from the water.

Mayor Michelle Wu celebrated the renovation of the Clarendon Street Play Area in Boston, featuring new play equipment and additional trees, emphasizing the role of community engagement in the park's development.

A mola mola beached in Oregon puzzled scientists as these deep-water fish usually don't appear so far from their habitats. The event follows another recent sunfish stranding.

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department seeks public input on e-bike regulations through an online survey, offering participants a chance to win an annual state parks parking permit.

The eastern part of Doral Central Park opens on August 24, with amenities like playgrounds, a skate park, and an amphitheater, and a concert scheduled for the inauguration.

The Baylor Regional Park boardwalk has reopened following renovations, with improved accessibility and infrastructure, to the delight of the community and nature organizations.

Over 1,000 pets were adopted at the PETCO Love Mega Adoption event in Houston, with 689 dogs and 444 cats finding homes, fees waived on the second day.

Ulan, the last Malayan tapir at Seattle's Woodland Park Zoo, is moving to Fresno Chaffee Zoo in preparation for an exhibit renovation. Visitors can say goodbye until August 27.