Local governments have evolved over the last century to serve their communities and respond to the needs of their residents. 

Americans overwhelmingly support recycling (87%), but inconsistent rules and limited infrastructure are leaving many—especially Gen Zs and Millennials—confused and overwhelmed about doing it correctly. That’s according to a new survey conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of Keep America Beautiful for America Recycles Day 2024.

A new joint update from the American Heart Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics details the latest guidelines for resuscitation following drowning.  

The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), the trade association representing the swimming pool, hot tub, and spa industry, is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week November 17-23. 

The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) will be represented by two delegates at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. This is the third year ASLA has been an NGO observer to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of Parties (COP) process.

The Boston Host City organizing committee (Boston 26) for the FIFA World Cup 26 and the U.S. Soccer Foundation have agreed in principle to build up to 20 new mini-pitches in the New England region leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Team Up Project, a bridgebuilding initiative launched by four of the nation's leading community organizations, is launching a new cohort of 30 organizations across the United States to bridge divides and create stronger communities.

Trust for Public Land (TPL) announced that, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS)  TPL-led projects have secured more than $117 million in funding through the Forest Legacy Program (FLP), as part of a major investment of $265 million by the U.S. Forest Service, bolstered by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).

ASTM International’s sports equipment, playing surfaces, and facilities committee (F08) has launched a new subcommittee on pickleball equipment and facilities. 

IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, announced the four newest members to be inducted into the IAAPA Hall of Fame.