The National Park Service says Arches will not require timed-entry reservations in 2026, but warned busy trailheads and parking may still fill. Park staff will use on-the-ground traffic measures.

North Ridgeville Government is expanding the city's tree canopy, aiming to increase environmental benefits such as carbon storage and stormwater management. They encourage smart native tree planting to avoid conflicts with infrastructure.

The Milton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is focusing on park improvements and program partnerships, with public meetings for discussion and upcoming volunteer clean-up events.

A volunteer rescued a snowy owl along I‑88 near DeKalb and vets at DuPage performed emergency surgery; the bird is recovering but prognosis remains uncertain.

State and federal crews finished a months-long renourishment of Galveston’s Hershey Beach, placing roughly 378,000 cubic yards of sand to rebuild the west-end shoreline.

Wake County approved $23.5 million in hospitality‑tax grants and included a Wake Forest skate park among the awardees, joining local land purchase and a PARTF grant.

Neighbors near Watkins Lake are pushing back against a proposed 900‑acre gravel mine, warning that truck traffic, dust and habitat loss would harm a popular state park. Local reviewers want deeper study before the township votes.

Aurora has kicked off Phase 1 at the former Geauga Lake site — crews will begin utility work, docks will be repaired and kayak rentals are targeted for late summer. Officials say the work is funded with a $12M bond and won’t raise resident taxes.

Construction is underway at Premier Sports Campus North; Manatee County says the 44,000‑sq‑ft Athletics & Aquatics Center and 24 pickleball courts will open late this year.

Summit Metro Parks debunked the myth that great blue herons only nest in sycamore trees, revealing that they are adaptable and nest in various locations, including ground and artificial platforms.

Raleigh Parks is engaging the community to enhance Glen Eden Pilot Park's role in health and wellness through open houses and input on its development.

A toucan nicknamed Sam has been sighted across northwest Las Vegas for months; volunteers have set traps and ask residents to report sightings rather than feed or chase it.

Orlando's Lake Eola reports no new swan deaths for nearly a month after an avian flu outbreak, leading to increased scrutiny over swan safety and care.