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Maryland just transformed an exclusive adults-only resort into an affordable state park where families can explore 55,000 acres of Western Maryland wilderness. The $8.7 million purchase means kids are now welcome at a place that once charged extra fees just for them to visit.
Community volunteers spent their Saturday transforming former hayfields into a thriving forest at Deception Pass State Park. The project is restoring 19.5 acres while protecting the local lake from toxic algae.
After months of cleanup from Winter Storm Fern, two beloved Mississippi state parks are welcoming visitors back just in time for summer. George P. Cossar and Wall Doxey State Parks reopened for reservations this week, offering families a chance to enjoy the outdoors again.
The Lake Park High School Lancettes from Roselle, Illinois, just claimed their second straight state dance championship and their fifth title overall. The team has now made 14 consecutive appearances at the state competition, building one of the most impressive records in Illinois high school dance. #
Abia State is pioneering the Southeast's first national park, filling a gap that left the entire region without protected wilderness. The project promises jobs, tourism revenue, and crucial conservation for Nigeria's natural treasures.
California is making Martin Luther King Jr. Day special by offering free entry to over 200 state parks in 2026. The move honors Dr. King's legacy and gives families a beautiful way to celebrate the civil rights leader.
Corporate volunteers rolled up their sleeves to restore Camp Liberty, a beloved summer day camp that's been bringing joy to Jersey City children since 1974. Their weekend of painting, weeding, and repairs ensures another generation of kids can create summer memories at Liberty State Park.
Fifth-seeded Michigan State overcame a halftime deficit and survived a last-second three-point attempt to edge 12th-seeded Colorado State 65-62 in the NCAA Tournament's opening round. Grace VanSlooten's double-double and Kennedy Blair's clutch shooting powered the Spartans' comeback despite facing an inspired underdog playing without their leading scorer.
South Carolina State University's championship victory earned more than a trophy—it made history. For the first time ever, an HBCU flag now flies over the State House dome.
Students are listening to recordings from microphones hidden in national parks, helping rangers protect wildlife and improve your next visit. Over 20 years of nature's soundtrack is now guiding how parks manage everything from trails to endangered species.
Vienna is transforming hundreds of parking spaces into green parks, bike lanes, and community gardens—and residents are choosing cars 37% less than they did in the 1990s. The city is proving that giving people better options makes them happier to give up parking.
Winston-Salem State's softball team is heading to the championship game after a thrilling 7-5 comeback victory over Bowie State. The Rams held off a fierce seventh-inning rally to secure their spot in Saturday's title game.
Alaska lawmakers are considering making the giant green cabbage the official state vegetable, honoring a farming tradition that produced a world record 138-pound head. The proposal celebrates the state's thriving agricultural community and its oversized produce champions.
The National Park Service lets dogs earn official BARK Ranger badges at 150 park sites across America. Pups and their owners just need to follow four simple rules that help protect wildlife and keep everyone safe.
A truck manufacturer is doubling its Liberty, Missouri facility, creating 172 new jobs and investing nearly $22 million in the community. The expansion beat out Texas competitors and strengthens Missouri's reputation as a business-friendly state.
More than 2,000 Texans from across the political spectrum gathered at the state capitol to oppose border wall construction through beloved Big Bend National Park. The rare bipartisan movement has already prompted federal agencies to reconsider their plans.
Nigeria's Enugu State is transforming a digital industrial park into an AI certification center and talent hub. The 15-year partnership aims to keep young tech talent working from home while serving global clients.
For the first time in 40 years, Australia's iconic State of Origin rugby league match will be played outside the country, and New Zealand is rolling out the welcome mat. Auckland's Eden Park will host one game of the 2027 series, marking a historic moment for the sport across the ditch.
For the first time ever, a historically Black college's flag waves over South Carolina's State House. The honor celebrates South Carolina State University's thrilling championship victory and marks a powerful moment of recognition.
South Carolina State University made history twice this week: winning the HBCU national championship and becoming the first historically black college to fly its flag over the State House. A victory parade Wednesday will celebrate both milestones.
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