VOA Lake Closure
VOA Lake at Voice of America MetroPark will be closed June 19-21 for the PWC Sprint Race.
MetroParks of Butler County Opens Applications for 2026 Community Grant Program
May 20, 2026, 12:27 PM
by
Katie Ely-Wood
MetroParks of Butler County is now accepting applications for the 2026 Community Grant Program, which provides funding to Butler County non-profits and political subdivisions that offer publicly accessible outdoor recreation opportunities. Organizations may apply for up to $5,000 for improvements to outdoor recreation areas and facilities. Applications are due by Wednesday, June 17th.
Established in 2024 through a generous anonymous estate gift, the Community Grant Program helps expand access to parks, trails, playgrounds, and other outdoor recreational amenities throughout the county.
“Our Community Grant Program continues to support meaningful projects that enhance outdoor spaces and improve quality of life across Butler County,” said Jackie O’Connell, Executive Director of MetroParks of Butler County.
The 2025 grant recipients include:
- Bull's Run Nature Sanctuary and Arboretum: bridge and railroad tie repairs and replacements
- Liberty Township: updated signs and picnic tables at Thomin Park
- Miami University Regionals: bench swings at regional campuses
- St. Clair Township: mulch replacement at Overpeck Park & Playground
- Three Valley Conservation Trust: additional parking and access at Ruder Preserve
Applications and guidelines are available here.
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VOA Lake Closure
Jun 5, 2026, 11:56 AM
VOA Lake at Voice of America MetroPark will be closed June 19-21 for the PWC Sprint Race.
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Sycamore Grove Trail
Apr 24, 2026, 09:57 AM
The Sycamore Grove Trail at Governor Bebb MetroParks has reopened to the public. The trail is non-ADA accessible until gravel replacement work can be completed.
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MetroParks Cashless Beginning 1/1/26
Nov 26, 2025, 10:44 AM
MetroParks is keeping it cashless beginning 1/1/26. Credit and debit cards are welcome at MetroParks' Administrative Office and Voice of America MetroPark Welcome Center. Cash will still be accepted for on-site program registration.
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Tylersville Trail Closures 2025-2026
Aug 29, 2025, 15:18 PM
Voice of America MetroParks' Tylersville Trail will be closed west of Field 20 to Crosley to facilitate USS Cincinnati construction.
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Sebald MetroPark Closures
May 12, 2025, 09:52 AM
The Ridge Trail at Sebald MetroParks is closed due to trail rerouting work.
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Voice of America MetroPark Cross Country Trail Closures
Nov 12, 2024, 11:08 AM
Portions of the Voice of America MetroPark Cross Country Trails will be closed for trail rerouting work. Trail closures will be marked with signs and barricades.