REMINDER: City Blueprint Open House Set for April 26
Apr 24, 2018 - The City of Oak Ridge Community Development Department is continuing the City Blueprint effort with a discussion focused on multiple subareas. An open house will be held from the evening of Thursday, April 26, at the Oak Ridge Civic Center. read more »
Applications Available for Vacancy on Anderson County Board of Equalization
Apr 19, 2018 - The City of Oak Ridge is accepting applications for an Oak Ridge representative to serve on the Anderson Co. Board of Equalization. Interested individuals must submit a completed application to the City Clerk's Office by 5pm on May 7. read more »
ORPD: "Thumbs Down to Texting & Driving" in Oak Ridge
Apr 18, 2018 - The Oak Ridge Police Department is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) to promote the fourth annual Thumbs Down to Texting and Driving campaign during the month of April 2018. read more »
UT MBA Team to Present Study Findings to Oak Ridge on April 24
Apr 18, 2018 - A team of graduate students from the University of Tennessee’s MBA program will present recommendations to the City from a recent “Innovation in Practice” project focused on how the City can promote its proposed Rails-to-Trails asset. read more »
Senior Center Woodcarving Group Seeks New Members
Apr 17, 2018 - Looking for a new hobby? Stop by the Oak Ridge Senior Center each Wednesday from 9 a.m. until noon and meet members of the woodcarving group. An introduction to woodcarving class will be offered beginning the first Wednesday in May. read more »
Next City Blueprint Open House Scheduled for April 26
Apr 13, 2018 - The City of Oak Ridge Community Development Department is continuing the City Blueprint effort with a discussion focused on multiple subareas. An open house will be held from the evening of Thursday, April 26, at the Oak Ridge Civic Center. read more »
Citywide Brush Pick-Up Begins April 30, Full Schedule Announced
Apr 12, 2018 - The citywide brush pick-up program will begin Monday, April 30, 2018. Tree limbs as well as bagged yard clippings and leaves will be picked up. Collection efforts will follow the proposed schedule as closely as possible. read more »
Works by "The Arty Group" on Display at Library
Apr 12, 2018 - The art exhibit at Oak Ridge Public Library for the months of April and May consists of a variety of works done by The Arty Group. Landscapes, portraits and flowers are featured subjects of this exhibit. read more »
Community Wellness Fair Hosted by City and Schools
Apr 11, 2018 - The City of Oak Ridge Wellness Committee and Oak Ridge Schools Coordinated School Health are teaming up to host a Wellness Fair. The event will be held on May 16 in the Civic Center. Admission is free and everyone is invited. read more »
Turtle Park Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update #16
Apr 06, 2018 - Work will continue on several streets this coming week to rehabilitate sewer collection pipes in the Turtle Park Sewer Shed. Areas affected by phase two of the project include City easements in yards and in roadways. read more »
Now Accepting Youth Advisory Board Applications
Apr 06, 2018 - The City of Oak Ridge is currently accepting applications for board members of the Youth Advisory Board (YAB) for the 2018-2019 school year. The selection of board members will take place during the July meeting of City Council. read more »
Oak Ridge Public Library Volunteer Spotlight: Buford Carter
Apr 03, 2018 - The Oak Ridge Public Library is recognizing long-time volunteer Buford Carter as part of National Library Week, April 8-14. Mr. Carter started volunteering with the library shortly after his retirement in 1993 and is approaching 20,000 hours of service. read more »
Turtle Park Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update #15
Apr 02, 2018 - Work will continue on several streets this week to rehabilitate sewer collection pipes in the Turtle Park Sewer Shed. Areas affected by phase two of the project include City easements in yards and in roadways. read more »
Registration Underway for City Summer Camp
Apr 02, 2018 - Registration for the 2018 Summer Camp sponsored by the City of Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department is now underway. Space is limited. Online registration is available 24/7. read more »