Aiken County moves Langley Pond park-rule ordinance toward third reading
Aiken County Council advanced a proposed Chapter 16 ordinance involving county park rules, including Langley Pond, during its June 16 work session.
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Gridley village board schedules Aug. 3 meeting at Village Hall
The Gridley Village Board is scheduled to meet Aug. 3, 2026, at 7 p.m. at Village Hall, with the village continuing work involving growth, services and infrastructure.
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Olathe Sets Aug. 6 Budget Workshop on Roads, Stormwater and Parks
Olathe’s third budget workshop is scheduled for Aug. 6, with discussions on stormwater, roads, parks, recreation and solid waste.
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Killeen schedules Back to School Splash Bash for Aug. 8
Killeen Parks and Recreation scheduled a back-to-school Splash Bash for Aug. 8 at Zenner Family Aquatic Center, with swimming and heat relief.
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Chesterfield Township voters decide 10-year parks and recreation millage in August primary
A proposed one-mill levy could raise an estimated $2.5 million in its first year for Chesterfield Township parks, recreation and senior services.
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Florissant Seeks Contractor for Koch Park Soccer-Field Installation
Florissant solicited bids for a Koch Park soccer-field installation, with irrigation, a 2-inch sand base and underdrain work included in the scope.
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Decatur Parks employee Chris Seal dies after storm response
The City of Decatur announced July 20 that longtime Parks and Recreation employee Chris Seal died after critical injuries during storm-damage response.
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Jacksonville adopts five-year parks plan with estimated $2.5 million investment
The Jacksonville City Council adopted a 2026 Parks and Recreation Master Plan intended to guide park-system investment over five years, with an estimated $2.5 million investment.
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Palmdale’s annual art exhibit seeks submissions through Aug. 10
Palmdale artists of all ages can submit up to two original works by Aug. 10 for the city’s 12th Annual Generations Juried Art Exhibit.
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Richmond, MO recycled-tire park amenities move forward with $33,319 state grant
A $33,319 Missouri Department of Natural Resources grant is funding recycled-tire benches and picnic tables at four Richmond parks, with no required city match.
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West Complex park expansion adds 250 spaces and a new Whitehead Road entrance
The completed Kershaw County West Complex in Lugoff adds 250 paved parking spaces and another entrance and exit on Whitehead Road.
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Apopka begins installation of three pavilions at Northwest Recreation Complex
Apopka began installing three pavilions at the Northwest Recreation Complex on August 3. The park remains open, but small playground areas may have limited access during the approximately weeklong project.
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Dobbs Ferry’s $4.5 Million NY Forward Grant Moves From Project Slate to Six State Awards
New York State selected six Dobbs Ferry projects for the village’s $4.5 million NY Forward award on May 14, 2026. The package covers Lower Memorial Park, downtown streets and signs, the Pickwick Theater, 143 Main Street and 145 Palisade Street, while project-specific construction schedules and final designs remain unsettled.
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Pittsburg’s Central Harbor Park and Boat Launch Facility Reopens After Upgrade
Pittsburg’s Central Harbor Park and Boat Launch Facility reopened July 26 after a multiyear upgrade adding accessible paths, fishing amenities, improved lighting, restrooms, secured parking and a public safety substation.
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Garland Council Weighs Bradfield Recreation Center and Pool Decommissioning
Bradfield Recreation Center and Pool remain open as Garland weighs a proposed decommissioning during the FY 2026-27 budget process.
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Gainesville after-school program starts Aug. 10, 2026
Gainesville’s city-run after-school program begins Aug. 10 for students in grades 1 through 8, with site-specific hours, fees, enrollment limits and transportation rules.
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Rowlett asks residents to shape concept for downtown DART station pavilion
Rowlett is seeking public input by 5 p.m. Sunday, August 9, on a preliminary pavilion concept near the Downtown Rowlett DART station.
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San Jose residents have until midnight Aug. 3 to weigh five names for downtown plaza
San José residents can rank five proposed names for Plaza de César Chávez until midnight Monday, Aug. 3. City staff will present recommendations to the Parks and Recreation Commission on Sept. 2 before a final City Council decision.
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Huntsville’s 17-mile South Huntsville greenway loop is now connected
A new 1.5-mile Tennessee River Greenway segment opened July 30, connecting the river route with Elgie’s Walk and creating an approximately 17-mile South Huntsville loop.
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Cordova Recreation & Park District names Chase Michelotti Parks & Recreation Director
Chase Michelotti has been appointed Parks & Recreation Director of the Cordova Recreation & Park District, which serves Rancho Cordova and oversees parks, recreation, golf and park services.
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Grand Rapids approves $1.45 million for final Sullivan Field renovation phase
A reported $1.45 million Grand Rapids approval will support the final phase of work at Sullivan Field, while city budget records separately list $500,000 for the west-side park.
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Sioux Falls budget process moves toward council review of $1.1 billion capital plan
Sioux Falls is weighing a proposed 2027–2031 capital program focused on streets, utilities, public safety, parks and major civic projects before City Council action in September.