Senior Center to Host Holiday Reception on December 8
Nov 29, 2017 - The Oak Ridge Senior Center will host a Holiday Reception for area senior citizens on Friday, December 8, 2017, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will be held in the gymnasium of the Civic Center. read more »
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in A.K. Bissell Park
Nov 22, 2017 - The Oak Ridge Woman’s Club and the Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department will sponsor the annual Christmas tree lighting and reception on Friday, December 1, 2017, beginning at 6:30 p.m. read more »
Applications Available for City Boards and Commissions
Nov 22, 2017 - The City Clerk’s Office is currently accepting applications from citizens to serve as a member of a board or commission as part of the City’s end-of-year election. The submission deadline is Friday, December 29, 2017, at 5 p.m. read more »
Lifeguard Certifications Offered Over Winter Break
Nov 17, 2017 - Registration is now open for a lifeguard certification course offered over winter break by the City of Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department. Classes will be held at the Oak Ridge Civic Center indoor pool facility between 12/27 and 12/30. read more »
Turtle Park Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update #7
Nov 17, 2017 - Work will continue on several new streets next 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 »
"Shop Oak Ridge" Event Kicks Off Holiday Shopping Season
Nov 16, 2017 - The City and Chamber of Commerce are inviting everyone to “Shop Oak Ridge” this holiday season with a special kickoff event on November 21 at Main Street Oak Ridge. Coupons and giveaways from participating stores will be available in limited supply. read more »
Oak Ridge City Manager Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
Nov 14, 2017 - City Manager Mark Watson was the recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Kansas University City Managers and Trainees Alumni Organization (KUCIMAT) on October 22. The award recognizes career achievements and successes. read more »
City of Oak Ridge Warns Against Utility Scam
Nov 10, 2017 - Oak Ridge utility customers, including commercial customers, should be aware that a scam regarding a meter change out program is happening in our area. read more »
Turtle Park Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update #6
Nov 09, 2017 - Work will continue on several new streets next 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 »
Winter Volleyball League Registration Opens November 13
Nov 09, 2017 - Registration for the Recreation and Parks Department’s co-ed winter volleyball league will open on Monday, November 13. Games are scheduled to begin during the second week of January. read more »
Fall Prevention Education at Oak Ridge Senior Center
Nov 08, 2017 - The senior center is hosting a free public awareness event on Nov. 14 that focuses on preventing falls. Representatives from Pierce Physical Therapy will outline ways to increase physical mobility for older adults and reduce the risk of injury. read more »
Turtle Park Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update #5
Nov 03, 2017 - Work will continue on several new streets next 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 »
Notice of Work Session Date and Location Change for November
Nov 03, 2017 - The date and location of the Oak Ridge City Council’s monthly work session has been changed for November. The new date is Tuesday, November 7, and the new venue is Jefferson Middle School. The meeting will still begin at 6 p.m. read more »
Safety Message from the Oak Ridge Electric Department
Nov 03, 2017 - As the days get shorter and daylight saving time comes to an end this Sunday, Nov. 5, people will find themselves outdoors in the dark more often. The Electric Department has some safety reminders to share as we approach the time change. read more »
Citywide Leaf Pick-Up Begins November 20
Nov 03, 2017 - The citywide leaf pick-up program will begin Monday, November 20. Residents should place their leaves near, but not beyond the curb. City collection efforts will follow the proposed schedule as closely as possible. read more »
Free Pancake Brunch at Senior Center in Honor of Veterans Day
Nov 02, 2017 - The Oak Ridge Senior Center will be honoring the men and women who have served our country, both present and past, with a pancake brunch on Friday, November 10, ahead of Veterans Day on Saturday. read more »
Portion of Lafayette Drive to be Closed on Saturday
Nov 01, 2017 - Both northbound lanes of Lafayette Drive at the intersection with Emory Valley Road will be closed for a period of time on Saturday, November 4, so that crews can reinstall a traffic signal pole. read more »