Canton's all-abilities playground is finally set to open in November after storm damage and construction delays have twice postponed the big event. The town has gone without a public playground since ...

Many communities are renovating playgrounds using materials that were never proven safe for children's long-term use. As a ...

A TikTok video exposed the supposed dangers of rubber mulch on playgrounds — here's what parents need to know.

Mulching azaleas is essential for moisture retention, weed control, and soil health. Learn how to properly mulch using organic materials to help improve soil acidity and condition the roots. Trump’s ...

Much of the wood burning is debris from Tropical Storm Helene. The fire is burning too hot and deep to be extinguished. Those with respiratory problems should avoid the area. MILLS RIVER – A thick ...

MILLS RIVER, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - Officials from Mills River Fire and Rescue report crews have contained a large fire at a mulch facility in Henderson County on Saturday. Officials said crews ...

Recess isn’t as fun without a playground, and often it’s up to school parent councils to raise money for play structures and equipment. Some schools are implementing alternative play equipment before ...

The Frederick County Board of Education has agreed on a contract for buying mulch and decided on three companies it will consider for playground equipment contracts. There was overlap — three of the ...

Some of the National Guard troops deployed to prevent street crime in Washington D.C. have been observed picking up trash around the city this week. They were also seen weed-whacking at Hains Point ...