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Gobble Gobble | White feathered turkey spotted in Anderson Co.
ANDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. — A white feathered turkey was spotted in Anderson County on Monday by a viewer who reached out to WBIR, but this isn't as uncommon as some may think. According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency, abnormal plumages are "one of the most perplexing issues that a bird watcher can face." Many people see white birds that are not normally white and call them albinos, TWRA said.
Oak Ridge woman celebrates her 100th birthday
Patricia "Pat" Pumphrey Clark celebrated her 100th birthday on Friday, May 3, with her many friends at a festive afternoon party at Canterfield of Oak Ridge, the assisted living facility on Bus Terminal Road. She enjoyed a previous luncheon celebration on Sunday, April 28, at First Presbyterian Church, of which she has been a member for 65 years.
Wilderness hike to Devil's Breakfast Table on Cumberland Trail is May 25
Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning will lead an outing May 25 exploring the Devil’s Breakfast Table area of the Cumberland Trail in the Catoosa Wildlife Management Area near Crab Orchard, Tennessee. The group will meet for carpooling in Oak Ridge at the Gold’s Gym/Books-a-Million parking lot (at the end...
Oak Ridge resident to lead fundraising for Young-Williams Animal Center
Young-Williams Animal Center has hired Holly Jackson-Sullivan of Oak Ridge as vice president of development to lead, develop and implement fundraising strategies. Jackson-Sullivan earned a bachelor’s degree in interpersonal and public communication from the University of Tennessee. She previously spent nearly two decades in nonprofit fundraising in higher education at Pellissippi State Community College, Maryville College and UT. She also is experienced in business development, banking, finance and training.
‘How long will this house last’ Oak Ridge couple seeks solutions to leaky crawlspace
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (WATE) — An Oak Ridge couple has struggled for 18 months with a leaky crawl space in their new home. The home builder has tried to fix the leaks, but not to the couple’s satisfaction. They have a beautiful home, but they are not pleased with the water flowing through their crawl […]
Find out about the upcoming Flatwater Tales Storytelling Festival from one of its leaders
Sue Byrne will be the speaker at the Wednesday, May 22, meeting of Altrusa International of Oak Ridge to get members excited to attend the Flatwater Tales Storytelling Festival in Oak Ridge, June 7-8. '. The storytelling festival brings top tier professional storytellers from the national circuit to Oak Ridge...
Free family concert and musical scavenger hunt planned at Children's Museum of Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge Civic Music Association's last coffee concert of the season will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 19, at the First Presbyterian Church of Oak Ridge, 1051 Oak Ridge Turnpike. Pianist Danny Brian will perform music by Tchaikovsky, Liszt and Mozart, including the entire Tchaikovsky piano concerto with a virtual orchestra accompaniment. ...
Read this woman's story of her mother's work in the "Secret City"
Written by Anna Caryl Guffey and presented to the Shakespeare Club of Hopkinsville, Kentucky. It was provided to me by Stephen Ray who contacted me for a tour of Oak Ridge and reciprocated with a tour of the Clarksville Base at Fort Campbell. When I spoke to Anna Caryl, she...
Oak Ridge Indoor Pool to close a month starting June 1 for installing fire sprinklers
The Oak Ridge Indoor Pool will close for about a month beginning on June 1 for fire sprinkler installation required by the state fire marshal's office Crews will be installing a sprinkler system throughout the Oak Ridge Civic Center so patrons can expect temporary, short-term closures as construction to renovate the Civic Center into the new Oak Ridge Conference Center. ...
Oak Ridge Outdoor Pool opens May 24
The Oak Ridge Outdoor Pool opens for the season beginning Memorial Day weekend. The pool will open from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, May 24. For opening weekend, it will be open from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27, according to a city news release.
Oliver Springs Seeks Grant to Enhance Arrowhead Park: Community Feedback Wanted
The Town of Oliver Springs is applying for a grant from the Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation Recreation Resources Division to improve Arrowhead Park. This effort follows recommendations from the Anderson County Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Planned improvements include resurfacing the park's 1,320-foot walking trail with asphalt and improving drainage systems to enhance trail safety and usability.
Local Talent Shines: Lafayette and Rockwood Students Triumph in Congressional Art Contest
Lafayette High School sophomore Michelle Chen won first place in the Congressional Art Competition for Missouri's second district with her painting 'Daily Puzzle.' This event, established in 1982, allows Congress members to recognize young artists in their districts. Chen's painting will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year, and she will attend a national reception in Washington, D.C. this summer.
Upcoming Renovations at Highland View Park to Enhance Accessibility for All Children
Highland View Park in Oak Ridge will begin renovations on May 13, 2024, to make its playground more inclusive. The project will cater to children of all abilities, aiming to provide a supportive play environment. The park will close temporarily during the renovations, expected to last until June.
Oak Ridge Welcomes New Poet Laureates to Enrich Local Culture
The City of Oak Ridge has appointed Rose Weaver as the new Poet Laureate and Lillian Shafer as the Youth Poet Laureate. Rose Weaver, a lifelong resident of Oak Ridge, began her poetry career at Berea College. She is known for her involvement in cultural and youth initiatives in the community. After retiring from Union Carbide/Wackenhut Services, Weaver has served on various boards, including the Scarboro Monument Committee. She is currently writing a book on the Scarboro 85, a key piece of local history.
Improvements at Oak Ridge park to allow more children to play
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (WATE) — An Oak Ridge playground is getting a makeover to allow more children to use the equipment. Construction begins for the new inclusive playground at Highland View Park on May 13. It will be one of the first inclusive playgrounds installed in Tennessee, according to a release from the city. “Currently, […]
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