Once a gritty steel town, it's now a vibrant cultural hub, close to one of America's most underrated national parks.

July is National Park and Recreation Month, and in Roanoke, it’s a time to celebrate the places people play, the community members who support them, and the projects shaping the city’s future.

As a part of National Parks and Recreation Month, the City of Lubbock Parks and Recreation Department is hosting the first Lubbock Fit and Fun Festival on Saturday, July 26.

Time is running out visit one of the many amusement parks within driving distance of Northeast Ohio this summer.

Time is running out visit one of the many amusement parks within driving distance of Northeast Ohio this summer.

Northern Ohio is close to several amusement parks, including large, historic parks and smaller regional parks. Cedar Point has 67 rides, including 19 rollercoasters, and the new Siren's Curse.

Thirty-one communities across Tennessee will receive funding dedicated for their parks and other recreational areas.