Oak Ridge Police Department

08/28/2026

It's always a wonderful time when we get to welcome our friends from Naka-Shi, Japan, to the City of Oak Ridge.

This year, the group that visited as part of the Sister City Exchange Program took a tour through the Municipal Building and Library, and walked to the Peace Bell. They even got to check out all the cool vehicles & equipment our Police, Fire, Public Works, and Electric departments use.

The visit provided an opportunity for students from Naka City and Oak Ridge to connect, learn from one another, and strengthen the friendship between our two sister cities.

Photos: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD311M

08/28/2026

It’s illegal in all 50 states to pass a school bus when the stop arm is out with flashing red lights. Always come to a complete stop for school buses when the stop arm is extended, and keep an eye out for kids getting on and off or crossing the street. It only takes a second to make a big difference.

08/27/2026

𝗔𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟮!

The community-wide celebration takes place in A.K. Bissell Park with live music, free family activities, arts and craft vendors, and more.

See Tonic & Vertical Horizon featuring The Verve Pipe for just $25: atomicfallfest.com/tickets

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Tonic and Vertical Horizon Co-Headlining Atomic Fall Fest on September 12The Verve Pipe will open the show; Free kids' activities begin at 10 a.m.OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (Aug. 26, 2026) – The City

08/27/2026

Your kids are always watching not just what you say, but how you drive.

Buckle up. Slow down. Pay attention to the road. Drive like they’re learning from you, because they are.

08/26/2026

Take a moment to think about your driving habits and what they mean for others on the road, not just you. Behind the wheel, are you…

🚗 Paying attention?
🚗 Looking out for pedestrians?
🚗 Obeying the speed limit?

Share with your teen driver!

08/25/2026

Be the reason someone else drives smarter today.

08/21/2026

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: Alan Goins has been volunteering for 2 years at the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter. When Alan’s small dog of 15 years had recently passed away, he decided instead of getting a new one he would become a volunteer! He said his favorite thing about being a volunteer is seeing the animals’ gestures when they know you’re about to take them out: the smiles and waggy tails. When he started, he had to learn how to handle bigger dogs. He loves working with the other volunteers and staff. Thank you, Alan!

Ready to make a shelter pet part of your family? Come meet them or check them out at oakridgetn.gov/adopt

Oak Ridge Animal Shelter | 395 Belgrade Rd.
Tuesday–Saturday | 12–6 PM
Apply to adopt: oakridgetn.gov/ORASadopt

Standard adoption application and approval process applies.

08/20/2026

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: Lori Lowery has been volunteering at the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter for 3 years but has been helping with their social media since 2020. She not only has helped Oak Ridge gain views, but local cat shelters as well. Her love for cats is what got her into volunteering. Her main goal is to put animals online in hopes they will be adopted. Thank you, Lori!🐾❤️

Ready to make a shelter pet part of your family? Come meet them or check them out at oakridgetn.gov/adopt

Oak Ridge Animal Shelter | 395 Belgrade Rd.
Tuesday–Saturday | 12–6 PM
Apply to adopt: oakridgetn.gov/ORASadopt

Standard adoption application and approval process applies.

08/19/2026

Oak Ridge students are back in school, please slow down and stay alert, especially around school buses and bus stops.

Watch for children waiting at bus stops and crossing the street. Always reduce your speed in residential areas.

Let’s work together to keep our kids safe the whole school year!

08/18/2026

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: Carol Lane has been volunteering at the Oak Ridge Animal Shelter for almost 2 years. Her daughter, Emma, really persuaded her to volunteer because of her love of animals. Carol’s favorite part about being a volunteer is taking the animals on walks and giving them freedom outside of the shelter. Her and Emma volunteer at the shelter 5 out of the 6 days a week they are open. We appreciate Carol and all she has done for the shelter in the past 2 years!

Ready to make a shelter pet part of your family? Come meet them or check them out at oakridgetn.gov/adopt

Oak Ridge Animal Shelter | 395 Belgrade Rd.
Tuesday–Saturday | 12–6 PM
Apply to adopt: oakridgetn.gov/ORASadopt

Standard adoption application and approval process applies.