Bigger Family Peony Garden to be dedicated at Ward-Meade Botanical Garden

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Date: May 7, 2019

Bigger Family Peony Garden to be dedicated May 21 in Ward-Meade Botanical Garden

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Spray Parks open May 13; Pools and Aquatic Centers open May 25

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Lake Shawnee named to ArrivaLIST's Most Visited Places by travelers

Lake Shawnee has been named to ArrivaLIST's Most Visited Places by travelers. This is the second time in three years that Lake Shawnee has been recognized by the tourism industry as a travel destination.

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation recognized with three awards at KRPA Conference

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation Director John E. Knight received the Distinguished Fellow Award at today's Kansas Recreation and Park Association Awards Luncheon. Another staff member and volunteer were also recognized.

New home rule resolution allows sale of alcohol at additional parks and recreation venues

A new home rule resolution allows the sale of alcohol at additional Shawnee County Parks + Recreation venues on a case by case basis with prior approval of the SCP+R director and the Board of County Commissioners.

SCP+R to host high school job fair to help fill 300 seasonal positions

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation has 300 seasonal positions available ranging from lifeguards to camp counselors to park maintenance staff. In February, SCP+R will hold high school job fairs to give high school students a jump on finding summer work.

Mitchell Drey joins Shawnee County Parks + Recreation as recreation leader

Mitchell Drey has joined Shawnee County Parks + Recreation as a recreation leader. He will oversee the operation of Crestview Community Center.

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation contracts with MSP to bring ball tournaments to Shawnee County

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation has contracted with Midwest Sports Productions to bring baseball and fastpitch softball tournaments to Bettis Family Sports Complex, Lake Shawnee Girls Softball Complex and other facilities.

Daniel Figge joins Shawnee County Parks + Recreation as recreation leader

Daniel Figge has joined Shawnee County Parks + Recreation as recreation leader. He will oversee the operation of Hillcrest Community Center.

Terri Branden and Donna Coffland promoted to Horticulturist

Two Shawnee County Parks + Recreation staff members have been promoted to the position of horticulturist.

Olivia Mayer elected president-elect of KRPA

Olivia Mayer of Shawnee County Parks + Recreation has been elected president-elect of the Kansas Recreation and Park Association.

Riley Shafer appointed Community Events and Amenities Supervisor

Riley Shafer has been appointed Community Events and Amenities Supervisor for Shawnee County Parks + Recreation.

Ribbon cutting ceremony set for Hanger Family Preserve fishing pond

A ribbon cutting ceremony is set for the renovated fishing pond at Lake Shawnee.

Ribbon cutting set for renovated fishing pond at Lake Shawnee

A ribbon cutting is set for 2:30 p.m. Oct. 29 for the renovated fishing pond at Lake Shawnee. The pond will formally become part of the Dick and Dotty Hanger Family Preserve.

Ribbon Cutting set for Gage Park Fitness Loop Trail

A ribbon cutting and trail walk are scheduled for 2 p.m. Oct. 9 to officially dedicate the new Gage Park Fitness Loop Trail.

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation receives national accreditation

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation has been accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Parkand Recreation Agencies, joining an elite group of 2 percent of all park and recreation agencies.

$1.3 million in park improvements planned

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation plans to invest $1.3 million in improvements to 18 local parks.

Outdoor Kansas for Kids Day introduces youth to nature

Outdoor Kansas for Kids Day introduces a technology raised generation of youth to the joys of nature.

July is Park and Recreation Month -- Target the Trails!

July is Park and Recreation Month and Shawnee County Parks + Recreation is encouraging residents to Target the Trails to discover and enjoy SCP+R's nearly 60 miles of trails.

Spirit of Kansas Festival expected to draw 40,000 to 50,000

The Spirit of Kansas Festival July 4 at Lake Shawnee features a golf tournament, car show, Blues Festival, vendors and a fireworks display.

Central Park Pond Upgraded to Blue Green Algae Warning

Central Park Pond has been upgraded to a blue green algae warning.

Topeka Metro Shuttle makes Midwest Health Aquatic Center accessible to all area youth

A free shuttle from Quincy Street Station to Midwest Health Aquatic Center will make Shawnee County Parks + Recreation's newest aquatic center accessible to more area youth.

National Go Skateboard Day set for June 21 at Mouse Trap Skate Park

National Go Skateboard Day is set for June 21 in Mouse Trap Skate Park in Oakland-Billard Park. Registration begins at 5 p.m. with competition at 6 p.m.