ORNL, City of Oak Ridge Partner on Sensor Project to Capture Trends in Cities
Oct 30, 2017 - Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory are partnering with the City of Oak Ridge to develop UrbanSense, a comprehensive sensor network and real-time visualization platform that helps cities evaluate trends in urban activity. read more »
Public Works Notice of Ongoing Sewer Line Inspections
Oct 27, 2017 - The Public Works Department is utilizing state-of-the-art sonar technology to perform inspections of the City’s sewer system. This project begins October 30 and continues throughout November. read more »
Turtle Park Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update #4
Oct 27, 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 »
Temporary Road Closure Along Part of Nebraska Avenue Planned for Oct. 31
Oct 26, 2017 - A temporary road closure is planned along part of Nebraska Ave. on Oct. 31 between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. The closure was approved by the City in order to create a safe environment for drivers and pedestrians attending the “Halloween House” event. read more »
Winter Basketball League Registration Opens October 30
Oct 23, 2017 - Registration for the City of Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department’s Winter Basketball Leagues opens Monday, October 30, 2017, with an organizational meeting at the Civic Center for both youth and adult players. read more »
Children's Halloween Party Set for October 26, Volunteers Still Needed
Oct 23, 2017 - The Recreation and Parks Department will host the 2017 Children’s Halloween Party on October 26. This annual event is now in its 35th year and activities are planned for every room in the Civic Center. read more »
City to Take on Operations at Centennial Golf Course
Oct 20, 2017 - The City has announced its decision to begin managing Centennial Golf Course internally through the Recreation and Parks Department. The transition will begin immediately and is expected to be complete by the end of November. read more »
UPDATE #3: Turtle Park Sewer Shed Rehabilitation Project Continues
Oct 20, 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 »
Community Event Marks Start of K-25 History Center
Oct 19, 2017 - A celebratory event held on Thursday, October 19, formally launched a multi-phase project to commemorate the history of the former Oak Ridge Gaseous Diffusion Plant – once known as K-25. read more »
Next City Blueprint Meeting Set for October 26 at RMS
Oct 16, 2017 - The Oak Ridge Community Development Department is continuing the City Blueprint effort with a discussion focused on the Midtown residential neighborhood. An open house will be held on Thursday, October 26, at Robertsville Middle School. read more »
Photographs on Display at Library for Month of October
Oct 13, 2017 - The art exhibit at Oak Ridge Public Library for the month of October is a collection of black and white photography created by Jeff Tidwell. This exhibit features striking portraits and showcases the strength of dancers. read more »
UPDATE #2: Turtle Park Sewer Shed Rehabilitation Project Continues
Oct 12, 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 »
Volunteers Needed for 35th Annual Children's Halloween Party
Oct 10, 2017 - The Recreation and Parks Department will host the 2017 Children’s Halloween Party on the evening of October 26 at the Civic Center. Volunteers and sponsors are still needed for the event. read more »
Maintenance Scheduled for Jackson Square Tennis Courts
Oct 09, 2017 - The Jackson Square Tennis Courts will be closed for court surface maintenance beginning Friday, October 13, 2017. The closure is estimated to last approximately four weeks, depending upon weather and other conditions. read more »
Turtle Park Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update
Oct 06, 2017 - Sewer rehabilitation continues for the week of October 9 with Hurst Excavating working on 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 Partial Road Closure Set for October 9
Oct 05, 2017 - A Public Works Department contractor will be performing work along W. Tennessee Avenue on Monday, October 9. As part of the project, it will be necessary to close one lane of traffic throughout the day in various locations. read more »
Senior Center Announces 3-Day Special Event Closure
Oct 04, 2017 - The Oak Ridge Senior Center will be closed for three days from Tuesday, October 24, through Thursday, October 26. Daily programs will not be offered during this time due to preparations for a special event at the Civic Center. read more »