Notice of Ongoing Sewer Line Inspections in Oak Ridge
Oct 31, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Public Works Department continues to utilize state-of-the-art technology to perform inspections of the City’s sewer system. This project is scheduled to resume on Monday, November 4, and continue periodically over 3-4 months. read more »
Temporary Road Closure on Oct. 31 for “Halloween House”
Oct 25, 2019 - A temporary road closure is planned along part of Nebraska Avenue for Thursday, October 31, between the hours of 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. A small portion of the 100-block of Nebraska, between Newridge Road and Newhaven Road, will be blocked. read more »
REMINDER: Fire & Crime Prevention Celebration Set for October 26
Oct 24, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Fire and Police Departments, in partnership with the Oak Ridge Neighborhood Watch Program, will hold this year’s Fire & Crime Prevention Celebration on Saturday, October 26. read more »
Updated Municipal Service & Supply Fees
Oct 23, 2019 - The City of Oak Ridge has completed an update to the schedules for Municipal Service and Supply Fees. Click "read more" to view the details. read more »
Oak Ridge Public Library to Host Paranormal Program
Oct 22, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Public Library will host a program by the East Valley Paranormal Society on Saturday, October 26. The program, called “Ghost Hunting 101,” will provide an overview of paranormal investigations. read more »
City Finalizes WIFIA Loan for New Water Treatment Plant
Oct 18, 2019 - The City of Oak Ridge closed on the $20.7 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan on October 17. The funds provided by the federal loan program will be used to design and construct a new water treatment plant. read more »
Oct 17, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Fire and Police Departments, in partnership with the Oak Ridge Neighborhood Watch Program, will hold this year’s Fire & Crime Prevention Celebration on Saturday, October 26. read more »
Oak Ridge Public Library Awarded State Technology Grant
Oct 17, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Public Library has been awarded a 2020 Technology Grant from the Tennessee State Library and Archives. The $5,022 grant will be matched with funds from the library and used to create a laptop lab. read more »
ORPD to Hold Car Seat Checkpoint at Preschool
Oct 16, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Police Department, in partnership with East Tennessee Children’s Hospital, will conduct free drive-through car seat checks on Tuesday, October 22, and Wednesday, October 23, at Oak Ridge Preschool. read more »
Registration to Open Oct. 21 for Winter Basketball Leagues
Oct 16, 2019 - The Recreation and Parks Department’s winter basketball league registration will open on Monday, October 21. An adult league, with men's and women's division, and teen league, with boy's and girl's division, will be offered for 2019-2020. read more »
City to Unveil New “Downtown Oak Ridge” Possibilities
Oct 15, 2019 - The City of Oak Ridge and its Community Development Department will present possibilities for the mixed-use redevelopment of the Wilson Street Corridor at a public meeting set for Wednesday, October 23. read more »
Notice of Park and Greenway Closures During Fall Hunts
Oct 11, 2019 - The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has scheduled two scout days and three quota hunts on the Oak Ridge Wildlife Management Area this fall. Some parks and greenways will be closed on the scout and hunt days. read more »
Oak Ridge Fire Department Marks Fire Prevention Month
Oct 10, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to promote this year’s Fire Prevention campaign, “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!” read more »
Oak Ridge Public Library Hosts Lunchtime Concert
Oct 10, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Public Library will host a lunchtime concert with cellist Alicia Randisi-Hooker on October 16 from noon until 1 p.m. as part of the World Wise Wednesdays program. read more »
Volunteers Needed for New Senior Transportation Program
Oct 09, 2019 - The new MyRide Oak Ridge Senior Transportation Program is hosting its next Volunteer Driver Information and Training Session on Saturday, October 19, 2019, from 9 a.m. until noon at the Oak Ridge Senior Center. read more »
Youth Advisory Board Hosts Movie Night in the Park
Oct 08, 2019 - The City of Oak Ridge Youth Advisory Board, in partnership with the Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department and Allies for Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP) of Anderson, will host a free Movie Night in the Park event on Friday, October 11. read more »
New Oak Ridge Senior Center Grand Opening Set for Oct. 15
Oct 08, 2019 - The City of Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department has scheduled a grand opening and ribbon cutting event at the new Oak Ridge Senior Center for Tuesday, October 15, beginning at 10 a.m. read more »
Volunteers Make “Clean the Clinch” a Success for 2019
Oct 04, 2019 - The recent cleanup effort along a portion of the Clinch River saw very successful results thanks to a wonderful turnout of volunteers. The event was hosted by the City of Oak Ridge’s Stormwater Division and its Healthy Waters Program. read more »
Citywide Street Resurfacing Update from Public Works
Oct 04, 2019 - The City of Oak Ridge Public Works Department is updating the community on a street resurfacing project that is currently underway and expected to continue for several weeks. read more »
Annual Fire & Crime Prevention Celebration Set for October 26
Oct 03, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Fire and Police Departments, in partnership with the Oak Ridge Neighborhood Watch Program, will hold this year’s Fire & Crime Prevention Celebration on Saturday, October 26. read more »
Kiwanis Club Makes Donation to Oak Ridge Public Library
Oct 01, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Public Library recently received a $500 donation from the Kiwanis Club of Oak Ridge that was used to provide new chair cushions for the Children’s Room at the library. read more »
Children’s Halloween Party Set for October 24, Sponsors & Volunteers Needed
Oct 01, 2019 - The Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department will host the annual Children’s Halloween Party on October 24 from 6-8pm. Businesses and organizations are invited to sponsor a game booth for the event and volunteers are needed. read more »