The grand reopening of Be'er Sheva Park in Rainier Beach, Seattle is set for April 13, featuring a ribbon cutting, performances, local food, and community engagement.

The WDFW and Tulalip Tribes are testing drones for bighorn sheep monitoring, focusing on counting and health assessment, while ensuring minimal disturbance.

The WDFW closed Marine Area 10's winter Chinook salmon fishery early due to excessive catch numbers, with fishermen significantly surpassing the limit. Other areas remain open according to specific schedules.

Salmon fishing is suspended in Marine Area 10 from March 26 until April 15 due to overfishing, but year-round piers and Agate Pass offer limited alternatives.

Seattle Parks and Recreation invites community input for the design of Bryant Neighborhood Playground at an Open House on April 10 or through an online survey.

Seattle Parks and Recreation is inviting community input for the redesign of Firehouse Mini Park's playground on April 6, seeking local resident participation.

The NPS and USFWS released an EIS proposing the reintroduction of grizzly bears to Washington's North Cascades, pending a decision on management flexibility under the Endangered Species Act.

The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries fined WDFW $30,800 for safety violations from a snorkeling incident.

Seattle Parks and Recreation introduces the Park CommUNITY Fund to address racial and environmental injustice by investing up to $1.5 million in local green spaces.

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.

Seattle Parks and Recreation has announced the commencement of the Hiawatha Community Center stabilization project by Optimus Construction, aimed at improving accessibility and safety.

Seattle City Light has been recognized as a 2024 Tree Line USA utility by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to urban forestry and reliable electricity service.

Bitter Lake Community Center introduces new spring programs including Kid Zumba, Adult Zumba, nature walks, Pickleball 101, English language class, and a coffee social.