Shadow Lines, a sculpture honoring victims of racial violence, will be dedicated in Dallas' Martyrs Park on March 26, with a focus on those lynched from 1853-1920.

Jeremy, a celebrity tortoise known for escaping, is missing from Blue Heron Farm in Waller, Texas. The owners and fans are concerned and seeking help to locate him.

The Trustee Council is seeking public input on a Draft Restoration Plan for the Metal Bank Superfund Site in Philadelphia, focused on enhancing the shoreline and habitat.

The Fort Worth Public Library is offering outdoor story times in collaboration with the Fort Worth Park & Recreation this spring, with added activities and free events for library cardholders.

Nashville anticipates full cherry blossom bloom next week, with Yoshino and Okame varieties set for a vibrant display against the city's microclimate.

Bradford pear trees in East Tennessee, while aesthetically pleasing, are invasive and structurally weak, prompting initiatives for removal and replacement with native species.

The Oregon Zoo may upgrade its Humboldt penguin habitat if a $380 million bond passes, improving living conditions for the penguins amidst population challenges.

The Rainier Community Center Garden in Seattle won the 2024 Toro Urban Park Innovation Award, receiving a $50,000 grant for its efforts in urban agriculture and community engagement.

Knox County Mayor confirms plans for a new splash pad at French Memorial Park in South Knox County, complementing existing water fun in other regions. Pending approval, construction could start soon for a summer opening.

The Phoenix Zoo euthanized Beau, a 10-year-old cheetah with paralysis due to a bone tumor, after a celebrated life and contributions to breeding programs.

The hatching of three eggs from Big Bear's famous eagles, Jackie and Shadow, appears unlikely, with no pipping seen as the expected hatch date passes.

San Diego City Council approves $15.9 million for park projects focused on improving access to green spaces, particularly in underserved areas, as part of the Parks for All of Us initiative.

Four people were found dead in a San Antonio house fire, later investigations revealed one died from a gunshot, turning the case into a homicide inquiry.