Miami-Dade County is initiating the construction of a new aquatics center at Southridge Park in South Miami Heights, aiming to provide community swim safety programs and recreational space.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board filed an Unfair Labor Practice Charge against LIUNA Local 363, alleging the union's picketing activities illegally interfered with facility access.

Sunrise Park Resort in Greer, Arizona, launches the new Sunrise Apache Alpine Coaster, the first tribal-owned alpine coaster in the area, offering a unique ride with rider-controlled speeds up to 25 mph.

Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to participate in planning the future of Meridian Playground's play area at Wallingford Farmer’s Market on July 31.

Adena Long, Director of Portland Parks & Recreation, has been elected to the City Parks Alliance Board of Directors, bringing her urban park experience to a national level.

San Francisco's Embarcadero Plaza is slated for redevelopment, potentially turning it into a park with lawns, kiosks, and art, with multiple stakeholders involved in the planning.

The Seattle Aquarium is set to open its Ocean Pavilion featuring the Coral Triangle ecosystem on August 29, expected to draw increased visitors to the waterfront.

Los Angeles County opens a new Raptor Rescue center at San Dimas Canyon Nature Center, aiming to rehabilitate 250 birds annually, with a grand opening featuring a hawk release event on July 20.

St. Louis Park is offering a native plant sale with a 50% discount for the first 150 local residents, encouraging gardens that support pollinators. The offer is valid with the code "SLP50" until July 30.

Dallas residents can vote on new playground designs for Eloise Lundy Park. The Dallas Park and Recreation Department encourages community participation in the process until 5 p.m., August 1, 2024.

Bartram's Garden in Philadelphia is closed due to suspected chemical contamination. Events have been canceled, and officials await soil and water tests from the Department of Environmental Protection.

Magnuson Park's Off Leash Area in Seattle will close temporarily from July 23 for three days for maintenance, including tree trimming and constructing a new storage facility, to minimize future disruptions.

Maui's Wahikuli Wayside Park is set for a three-week facelift including repairs and beautification by the County's Parks and Recreation Department. The park will continue to close at 8 p.m. nightly.