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UT Arboretum Society has spring plant sale in April
The University of Tennessee Arboretum Society will have its annual plant sale in Oak Ridge in April. It's the 57th Spring Plant Sale, and it's scheduled for April 12 and 13 at the UT Arboretum at 901 South Illinois … [Read More...]
Three students, schools selected for ORNL FCU art, mural program
Three students and schools have had their art work selected for the ORNL Federal Credit Union's Community Art and Mural Program. Introduced in 2017, the Community Art and Mural Program was created to support … [Read More...]
Chamber’s Small Business of the Month: Bob’s Washboard Laundromat
Bob’s Washboard Laundromat, the only wash and fold service in Anderson County, has been named the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce's Small Business of the Month for February 2024, a press release said. "This award … [Read More...]
C&D Tire remains closed for now after fire
A popular tire store in Oak Ridge remains closed after a fire this month. A sign posted on C&D Tire on Sunday said the store will be closed until further notice. In the meantime, the fire is under … [Read More...]
C&D Tire fire under investigation
The fire on Friday at C&D Tire is under investigation. The Oak Ridge Fire Department arrived at the fire within two minutes after receiving the report of the fire, according to City of Oak Ridge spokesperson … [Read More...]
More U.S. Department of Energy News
Almost two miles of pipes replaced at waste treatment systems
Close to two miles of pipes were replaced at waste treatment systems at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The two-year, $18 million project was completed three months ahead of schedule and $900,000 under budget, … [Read More...]
ORNL names associate lab director for neutron sciences
Jens Dilling has been named associate laboratory director for the Neutron Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, effective April 1. “ORNL pioneered neutron scattering in the 1940s, developing a new … [Read More...]
Crews prepare to demolish Graphite Reactor support facilities
Federal cleanup crews are preparing to demolish three support facilities for the historic Graphite Reactor at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The demolition of the support facilities is planned for next year. The … [Read More...]
Man accused of crashing into Y-12 barrier, fleeing inside plant
A 27-year-old Lenoir City man allegedly drove a car without permission, did not stop at a Y-12 National Security Complex entrance, struck a barrier, and fled on foot inside the nuclear weapons plant before being … [Read More...]
ORAU Education Grants applications now open for 2024
Proposals now being accepted from educators in five East Tennessee counties; deadline is April 19 ORAU is accepting applications for its Education Grants program for 2024, offering $30,000 in grant funding for … [Read More...]
More Entertainment News
Flatwater Tales Storytelling Festival returns in June
The Flatwater Tales Storytelling Festival, inspired by the International Storytelling Center in Jonesborough, Tennessee, will bring three nationally known storytellers to Oak Ridge on June 7 and 8 with performances at … [Read More...]
Music Association appoints executive director
The Oak Ridge Civic Music Association has appointed Joy Bonamarte as executive director. The appointment was announced by ORCMA President Larry Vance. ORCMA is home to the Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra, Oak Ridge … [Read More...]
Youth board hosts Art in the Park
The Oak Ridge Youth Advisory Board will host the first Art in the Park, and it will feature local artists, interactive art displays and crafts, face painting, refreshments, and local musician performances. Art in the … [Read More...]
Secret City Radio Show to feature folk Grammy winner
The Secret City Radio Show next week will feature Dom Flemons, who won a Grammy Award for best folk album in 2023, a press release said. The show will also feature Kelle Jolly, the "Tennessee Ukulele Lady," the press … [Read More...]
Library book sale Thursday-Saturday
Friends of the Library Book Sale is in the Oak Ridge Public Library Auditorium on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The sale starts 5-7 p.m. Thursday for members only, with memberships available at the door. … [Read More...]
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