Tag: parks

28 Ohio parks with the best view of the eclipse

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WJW) — About half-a-million people are soon expected to visit Ohio, which will have some of the best views of the total solar eclipse on April 8. And nearly 30 of the state’s parks are in or near the eclipse’s path of totality that will “provide a great backdrop” for the celestial show, […]

Learn the latest on South Park’s revitalization — and how you can help

What’s the first thing you would do to revitalize the south end of Port Huron? Board members of the city’s newly formed Southside Neighborhood Improvement Authority got some advice from a panel of specialists Thursday. But next month, local residents will get their own chance to throw in ideas. And according to Joe Bixler, who […]

Parks & Rec plan showcases need for developments in city’s east and south ends

LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Lafayette’s Parks and Recreation board on Monday approved a five-year master plan, which aims to address the concerns caused by the city’s continued expansion. Much of the action items highlighted in the plan revolved around constructing public facilities that are highly desired by the community, as well as addressing the city’s need […]

100K eclipse glasses ordered for Ohio state parks

Dozens of Ohio state parks are preparing for a crush of visitors who want to see the once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse on Monday, April 8. During the eclipse, the moon will completely block out the sun, casting a shadow on Earth for three minutes and 40 seconds. The path of totality − a 124-mile wide band […]