FOREST ACRES, S.C. — Forest Acres residents will soon see long-awaited improvements at one of the city’s most beloved outdoor spaces. City officials announced that Citadel Park will close December 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026, to allow for a full slate of renovation work—the park’s first major upgrade in decades.

While the news may disappoint frequent park-goers, city leaders emphasized that they intentionally kept the park open through the Thanksgiving holiday and scheduled construction for the colder winter months to minimize disruption.

The decision to invest in Citadel Park’s future comes after Hurricane Helene caused significant damage, including the loss of many mature trees. In response, the Forest Acres City Council approved a restoration plan that includes:

Construction of a

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