Spring Cleaning Tips

Spring has sprung! After those cold winter months shut inside, now’s the time to open the windows and get some spring cleaning done. We’ve got a few tips for you before you tackle all that built up winter dust and grime. Make a Checklist If you make a checklist, you’re less likely to forget any of your tasks. And how …

5 Famous Kentucky Women

March is Women’s History Month and we’ve decided to celebrate five of the most famous women in Kentucky history. Kentucky has a lot to be proud of and these five women helped to blaze the trail for those who followed in their footsteps. Jane Coomes (1759-1816) Originally from Maryland, Jane Coomes moved to Fort Harrod with her husband in 1775. …

Rebuild Kentucky with Community Action Partnerships

OAK GROVE HAS INFORMATION ON THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN EFFORTS TO REBUILD KENTUCKY In partnership with Community Action agency members, Community Action Kentucky is dedicated to helping achieve economic stability and improved health outcomes. Below is a list of the resources available for Kentucky residents. Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Subsidy The enrollment period is …

How to Participate on GivingTuesday in Oak Grove

GIVINGTUESDAY IS ON NOVEMBER 30TH THIS YEAR, SO THE CITY OF OAK GROVE HAS ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PARTICIPATE There are many opportunities to give back to the City of Oak Grove on GivingTuesday. Check out how you can give back to the local community below.  DONATE STUFFED ANIMALS Drop off new stuffed animals to the …

What You Need to Know During Fire Season

KENTUCKY’S FOREST FIRE HAZARD FALL SEASON BEGAN OCTOBER 1 AND RUNS THROUGH DECEMBER 15, SO THE CITY OF OAK GROVE WANTS ALL RESIDENTS TO BE AWARE OF THE LOCAL BURN LAWS The Kentucky Division of Forestry is mandated by law to provide organized fire protection carried out by wildland fire detection, suppression, and law enforcement carried out by nine districts throughout the …

Self-Care Ideas and Tips

SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL SELF-CARE AWARENESS MONTH, SO WHAT BETTER TIME TO TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF? OAK GROVE HAS A LIST OF IDEAS AND TIPS TO HELP YOU FOCUS ON YOURSELF Self-care is often described as performing actions to improve your mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Practicing self-care helps you create a healthy relationship with yourself, allowing you to establish a …

School Bus Safety

WITH CHRISTIAN COUNTY SCHOOLS BACK IN SESSION, IT’S IMPORTANT TO REVIEW THE ROAD RULES WHEN IT COMES TO SCHOOL BUS SAFETY. OAK GROVE HAS ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW TO KEEP OUR KIDS SAFE In Kentucky, drivers must stop behind a school bus with its stop arm out and red lights flashing. This goes for anyone driving in …

Pet Summer Safety Tips

SUMMER IS HERE, AND WE ALL LOVE SPENDING TIME OUTDOORS, ESPECIALLY WITH OUR FURRY FRIENDS; HOWEVER, IT CAN ALSO BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. OAK GROVE HAS SOME TIPS TO KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE FROM THE HEAT Pets don’t have the ability to cool down as fast as humans, especially when they’re outside and only breathing in hot air. They also don’t …

Public Hearing Notice

Pursuant to KRS 424 and KRS 100.207, notice is hereby given that Community and Development Services will hold a public hearing on Monday, July 26, 2021, at 6:00 PM, at Valor Hall, 105 Walter Garrett Lane, Oak Grove, Kentucky. The purpose of the hearing is as follows: OGZO21-7-1 CITY OF OAK GROVE, KENTUCKY ZONING ORDINANGEZONING TEXT AND OFFICIAL ZONING MAP …

Fireworks Safety Tips to Follow

FIREWORKS, BARBECUES, AND NICE WEATHER ARE ALL SIGNS THAT POINT TO SUMMER. BUT DID YOU KNOW THAT THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE SUFFER SERIOUS FIREWORKS-RELATED INJURIES EVERY YEAR? OAK GROVE WANTS YOU TO STAY SAFE WITH THESE TIPS There’s plenty of fun to have during the summer, but backyard fireworks displays can be extremely dangerous. Lighting off fireworks, sparklers, and bottle rockets …