A 12-foot alligator was safely removed from a ditch in Mont Belvieu, Texas, using a grappling truck by Public Works and Animal Control with assistance from Texas Parks and Wildlife.

Consumers Energy released 24 young turtles in Michigan that were rescued during a pipeline project, as part of their commitment to environmental stewardship.

The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department has opened a new ADA-accessible playground at Encanto Park, featuring inclusive equipment like the Sway-fun glider and communication boards.

New regulations for salmon and steelhead fishing in the lower Columbia River start June 16, with daily catch limits and mandatory release of wild steelhead.

The summer salmon season in Hanford Reach, Washington, begins June 16, with the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife outlining rules including limited areas and catch restrictions.

The Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission will meet on June 11-12 in Mt. Vernon for work sessions, an executive session, and a business meeting open to the public.

Allegiant Air has launched a new seasonal nonstop service from Austin to Eugene, offering twice-weekly flights for those looking to enjoy the Pacific Northwest's cooler climate and outdoor activities.

The Memphis Zoo welcomes Kamari, a giraffe calf born in a rare breech delivery, and celebrates the successful birth thanks to the zoo staff's efforts.

Austin is treating Lady Bird Lake with lanthanum-based clay to combat toxic algae, with a focus on multiple sites including Red Bud Isle. This is part of a five-year effort to address the algae that poses risks to pets and humans.

Union City is renovating Highway 29 Ballfields with eco-friendly tech and artificial turf as a part of the R3 Master Plan. The work started May 28 and aims to make sports facilities more inclusive and modern, with a project duration of 10-12 months.

A bronze sculpture of snow geese in Katy, Texas, is being relocated from I-10 and Pin Oak Road to the historic plaza downtown to continue celebrating the city's history with the birds.

ZimSculpt exhibition concludes at Houston Botanic Garden, featuring the Shona stone sculptures of Zimbabwean artists Passmore Mupindiko and Percy Kuta, with some pieces becoming permanent fixtures.

Oak Hill Park's splash pad is set to reopen on June 3, offering free entry for residents and $1 for non-residents, with water play features available 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. until September 1.