Gateway Green in Portland is set for upgrades including new trails, an entry plaza, and habitat restoration, funded by Commissioner Dan Ryan's initiative for a more inclusive and accessible park.

Rainier Community Center in Seattle hosts a free event for 13-24-year-olds on April 17, offering entertainment, food, and information on employment and the new Seattle Mentors program.

The Great Park Development Open House in Irvine will take place on May 7, giving residents a chance to engage with developers and learn about park plans.

Seattle's Parks and Recreation has launched the Hope for Youth fund to offer young people in underserved areas better access to sports and personal development opportunities.

Philadelphia Parks & Recreation is holding a summer job fair on April 13 at the Dell Music Center to fill a range of seasonal jobs, with perks like free snacks and advice on career paths.

Arlington Parks & Recreation warns gardeners of five invasive plants, including Horsetail Reed and Bamboo, that can quickly overrun gardens if not contained.

San Antonio is hosting a job fair to hire seasonal workers for summer positions in parks and recreation, with benefits including competitive pay and swimwear reimbursements.

Golden Gate Park in San Francisco celebrated its 154th birthday with festivities and an encouragement to vote for it in a contest for Best City Park by U.S.A. Today. Mayor Breed and officials highlighted the park's features and history.

Razor clam digs are scheduled on the Washington coast from April 8-14, with designated times and beaches announced by the WDFW. Diggers require a valid fishing license and must follow updated regulations.

The San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department will host solar eclipse viewing events across various parks on April 8, with peak viewing at 1:35 p.m., offering free eclipse glasses and educational activities.

The City of Frisco has opened a new section of Fields Parkway, connecting Teel Parkway to Legacy Drive and improving access to Dallas Parkway. A new roundabout at Teel and Fields facilitates traffic flow.

The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries is holding a public meeting on April 17 in Forest Grove, offering both in-person and online participation, to discuss cemetery preservation.

A corpse flower in Michigan is nearing bloom, an event that can be live-streamed. This endangered species emits a strong odor resembling rotting flesh during its brief flowering period.