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SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - The latest and largest park project approved by Sherman city council will bring changes to Old Settlers, Hawn, and Fairview Park. Sherman City Spokesperson Nate Strauch says the aftermath of phase one is in full swing, this is seen in the community’s presence at the new and improved Fairview Park. “Which has kind of, overnight, become one of the most popular playgrounds in the county,” said Strauch. Phase 2 of the $10 million dollar plan will bring pickleball courts to Old Settlers Park. “We’ve had a lot of success with the pickleball courts here at Fairview so to get something like that on the east side, we’re excited about that,” said Strauch. At Hawn Park, Strauch says Sherman city council member Henry Marroquin posed the idea to bring something new to Sherman but familiar to goalkeepers, forwards and defenders; a “futsal court.” This court is a smaller version of a soccer field played on a hard surface. Lastly, the biggest part of phase ...

SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - The latest and largest park project approved by Sherman city council will bring changes to Old Settlers, Hawn, and Fairview Park. Sherman City Spokesperson Nate Strauch says the aftermath of phase one is in full swing, this is seen in the community’s presence at the new and improved Fairview Park. “Which has kind of, overnight, become one of the most popular playgrounds in the county,” said Strauch. Phase 2 of the $10 million dollar plan will bring pickleball courts to Old Settlers Park. “We’ve had a lot of success with the pickleball courts here at Fairview so to get something like that on the east side, we’re excited about that,” said Strauch. At Hawn Park, Strauch says Sherman city council member Henry Marroquin posed the idea to bring something new to Sherman but familiar to goalkeepers, forwards and defenders; a “futsal court.” This court is a smaller version of a soccer field played on a hard surface. Lastly, the biggest part of phase ...

The Virginia Beach City Council delayed finalizing a Rudee Loop revitalization plan , citing the need for more details on funding, environmental impacts, and how the project fits into other Oceanfront priorities. Council members heard a presentation from city staff on June 3 asking for their approval on the overall design of the project, including whether it would include a parking garage or just a surface parking lot. However, while they did informally support the inclusion of a parking garage, council members also asked for much more information, including how Rudee Park fits with other ongoing projects in the Oceanfront area, economic and cultural impacts of parks, the environmental impact associated with some of the proposed features, a funding plan including the possibility of selling naming rights to different amenities, and the cost of different park elements. “It’s a delay, but sometimes, delayed gratification is the way to go to make sure we get it right,...

COLUMBIA, MD — The fifth annual Summer Series at Color Burst Park will start June 12 with activities and fun for everyone. Located in the Merriweather District, the Summer Series lasts through September and features live music, community workouts and activities for families. There's free admission and free parking. Some of the upcoming events include: AMPED in the Park - Every other Wednesday night starting June 12 through September starting at 7 p.m. Grab a blanket, sip a fun drink, and enjoy live performances from acts like Sons of Mystro, Las Karamba, Zar Eletrik and more. Presented by Merriweather District and sponsored by the Merriweather Arts and Culture Center . Summer Fit Series - Every Tuesday from June 12 through Aug. 19 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Free, all level fitness classes alternating between yoga with YogaSix and high energy boxing workouts with Mayweather Boxing + Fitness. Just bring ...