Multiple Communities Complete Major Park Upgrades

South Bend celebrated extensive upgrades at O’Brien Park, including a replacement splash pad, pavilion and indoor restrooms, two playgrounds, a fitness area, improved parking and sidewalks, security cameras and landscaping; the skatepark was not part of the project. Carson City marked completion of an $11.2 million renovation at JohnD Winters Centennial Park, with four synthetic-turf fields, new tennis courts and improvements to restrooms, concessions, drainage, trails and other amenities; the turf is expected to reduce water use and extend the playing season. Williamsport planned a ribbon cutting for improvements at Falls Branch Park, including new trails, a bridge and boardwalk work. A separate report also noted a ribbon cutting for completed upgrades at Alsen Park, but provided no further details.