Waste Connections Suspends Glass Recycling
Aug 20, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Public Works Department has received notice from Waste Connections of Tennessee that glass will no longer be accepted for recycling at the Convenience Center in Oak Ridge. The last day glass will be accepted will be August 29. read more »
Blankenship Field Now Open for Public Use
Aug 20, 2019 - The Recreation and Parks Department and Oak Ridge Schools have announced that Blankenship field and walking track are open for public use. Public use is permitted from sunup to sundown, except when the field is reserved. read more »
City Requests Community Input for ADA Improvements
Aug 20, 2019 - The City of Oak Ridge is requesting feedback as part of the Public Works Department’s ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Transition Plan. The survey asks for information about experiences accessing City facilities, parks, or programs. read more »
Notice of Public Parking Lot Closure for Maintenance
Aug 15, 2019 - The City of Oak Ridge Public Works Department is advising the community about a maintenance and clean-up project scheduled for Saturday, August 17, 2019, in the public parking lot at the corner of Central and Tennessee Avenues. read more »
Learn to “Outsmart the Scammers” at Oak Ridge Public Library
Aug 15, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Public Library will host a lunch and learn program next week called “You Have the Power to Outsmart the Scammers” as part of World Wise Wednesdays. The presentation is scheduled for August 21 from noon until 1 p.m. read more »
August Art Display at Oak Ridge Public Library
Aug 14, 2019 - An exciting art collection is on display for the remainder of the month of August at the Oak Ridge Public Library, featuring black and white drawings and color paintings by artist Sharon McFadden. read more »
Oak Ridge Wins Sister Cities International Innovation Award
Aug 13, 2019 - The City of Oak Ridge has won the Sister Cities International 2019 Innovation Award for Arts and Culture for a community with a population of 25,001-100,000. The award honors the International Friendship Bell Peace Pavilion Project. read more »
Volunteers Needed for MyRide Oak Ridge Senior Transportation Program
Aug 12, 2019 - The MyRide Oak Ridge Senior Transportation Program is hosting its third Volunteer Driver Information and Training Session on Saturday, August 17, at the Oak Ridge Senior Center. A light lunch will be provided. read more »
4th Annual Puppy Pool Party Set for August 18
Aug 09, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department will once again host a Puppy Pool Party after the City’s Outdoor Pool closes for the season. The last day for open swim will be August 17. The puppy pool party will take place on Sunday, August 18. read more »
City-Sponsored Volleyball Clinics Begin August 6
Aug 01, 2019 - The City of Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department is partnering with certified instructor David Bowman to provide volleyball clinics for local students. The program begins Tuesday, August 6, but students may join at any time. read more »
Try Tai Chi with the Oak Ridge Senior Center
Aug 01, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Senior Center and the Tennessee branch of the Taoist Tai Chi Society of the USA will hold an open house at the Civic Center on Monday, August 5, in advance of beginner Tai Chi classes starting August 7. read more »