Dollywood is named the top theme park in the US by Tripadvisor for 2024, and also ranks tenth globally in the Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Awards.

Bloomington, MN plans renovations for Bryant and Tretbaugh parks, including a new inclusive playground and biking facilities, with construction set to start in August and finish by fall 2025.

Detroit Zoo celebrates the birth of red panda twins born to parents Ravi and Ginger on June 17, with the zoo staff monitoring their fragile early months.

WorldSprings is opening the largest outdoor mineral springs resort in Texas on June 28, with eco-friendly water policies and a future location planned for Cedar Park.

Tripadvisor ranked Dollywood as the top theme park in the US and 10th worldwide, based on a year of traveler reviews, surpassing Disney's Magic Kingdom. Dolly Parton aims to make the park a family-friendly destination with genuine charm.

Commissioner Dan Ryan allocates $700,000 from development fees for a new splash pad at Portland's Kenilworth Park, with a total budget of $1.7 million. Completion is expected between 2028 and 2029.

Seattle Parks and Recreation is developing an Integrated Aquatic Vegetation Management Plan for Green Lake, holding a public meeting to discuss concerns and strategies.

Seminary Oaks Park in Menlo Park will close from June 10 to July for repairs, including replacing play equipment. Visitors can use the new playground at Burgess Park during this time.

Miesville Ravine Park Reserve is temporarily closed due to flooding, with officials advising the public to wait for water to recede and conditions to be safe before returning.

Schertz, Texas invests $12 million in local parks and recreation, with projects including field lights, a new nature park, and a teen hangout area, in partnership with Schertz Economic Development Corporation.

Queen Creek has announced a temporary pop-up dog park to be available from July 1 to Aug. 31 due to maintenance at the main dog park, with separate areas for small and larger dogs.

Seattle preps for a summer series of free Native Indigenous cultural events at City Hall Park, with music, storytelling, and dance from July to September.

Tropical Storm Alberto fell short of expected rainfall in South Texas, easing flood concerns but failing to significantly raise reservoir levels vital for agriculture and residential use.