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.

Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department launches "Hike Right PHX," a monthly hiking group for all skill levels, promoting safe hiking practices and community building.

Litchfield Park invites residents to share their input on a new parking lot and perimeter wall at Camelback Park through an online survey, open until March 18.

The "Concert in the Park" series is returning to Buckeye, Arizona in spring 2024, featuring local bands at various parks from March 15 through mid-May.

Arizona's deserts are set for a vibrant wildflower season, with expectations for a good bloom thanks to wet winter conditions. Peak months are March to April, and visitors are encouraged to stay on trails and refrain from picking flowers.

The Peralta Regional Park will be closed to the public this weekend for the Interscholastic Arizona Cycling League's Superpowers Race. The event promotes fitness and sportsmanship among young cyclists. Details are available online for spectators.

The Gilbert Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Free Taco Tuesday event to invite public input on the town's park projects while offering free food and family entertainment.

The Japanese Friendship Garden in Phoenix, known as Ro Ho En, offers a peaceful, Japanese-style landscape and various garden types for visitors in the city's downtown area.

Over 1,200 Arizonans filed for bankruptcy in early 2024, marking a 7.2% increase for the state in 2023. ABC15 News set up an attorney helpline to assist with bankruptcy questions.

Lake Mead National Recreation Area is named America's deadliest national park, with 203 fatalities from 2013 to 2023, while the Grand Canyon is third with 136 deaths.

Arizona State Parks offers a Family Campout Program for a hands-on camping experience priced at $90 for a family of four, with additional adventures in hiking and running available across the state.

Rockin' River Ranch State Park is opening in Camp Verde, Arizona, offering activities like hiking and fishing. Admission is $7 per vehicle and the park operates Thursdays to Sundays.

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