Autism Awareness Month: Embracing Understanding and Advocacy

April marks Autism Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). It’s a month for educating the public, sharing stories from the autism community, and fostering an environment of support and inclusivity. This blog post aims to enhance your understanding of autism, debunk common myths, and guide you on how to be an …

Early Spring Gardening Guide: Tips for the Amateur Gardener

As the chill of winter begins to wane and the first signs of spring emerge, gardening enthusiasts and novices alike feel the pull to start their seasonal gardening activities. Early spring offers a unique opportunity to get ahead in your gardening game. For those new to gardening, this time can be both exciting and a bit daunting. This guide is …

Public Service Announcement

Attention Oak Grove Residents: Due to the potential severe storms expected to impact the area, the city has decided to open the Oak Grove Community Center (1705 Thompsonville Lane) at 10:00 PM this evening (March 14, 2025). This space will be available for residents who feel safer taking shelter there. Please be aware that the Community Center is not an …

Public Service Announcement

Attention All Customers: Oak Grove City Hall has recently implemented a new processing platform. Effective immediately, anyone paying bills with a debit or credit card will incur a 3.5% processing fee on the total bill amount. Payments made via cash or check will not be subject to any processing charges. Additionally, bank routing/account information can be saved online for processing …

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FOR RESIDENTS OF BEELS SUBDIVISION:

Please be informed that on March 12, 2025, there will be a temporary water outage in Beels Subdivision due scheduled maintenance in the area. The exact duration of the outage is currently unknown, and the water may be off for an undisclosed period of time. Once water service is restored, a Boil Water Advisory will be in effect for up …

Neighborhood Watch

Join us at the Community Center on Thursday, March 13, 2025 for a discussion about situational awareness and self defense. Appropriate for all ages!

Mastering the Clock: How to Seamlessly Adjust to Daylight Saving Time

Daylight Saving Time (DST) involves setting the clock forward by one hour during warmer months in order to extend evening daylight, reducing the dependency on artificial lighting. While the practice has its benefits, such as longer evenings and potential energy savings, it can disrupt our internal clocks or circadian rhythms. This disruption can affect our sleep patterns, mood, and overall …

March 2025 Events

Don’t miss any of the great things happening in Oak Grove this March!