Some of the African American History in Oak Ridge
Written by: Ray Smith, Oak Ridge City Historian The Oak Ridge 85 or the Scarboro 85, depending on your preference, has recently come to prominence as a result of [...]
The Secret City That Surprised Me
By Kristy Burns, My Town Today Of all the small towns that My Town has visited, Oak Ridge is unlike anywhere in the world. Its entire existence is due [...]
A “Dog-Fun” Field Trip in Oak Ridge, Tennessee!
By Erin Edwards, Pet Treater Oak Ridge, the once secret city that helped end WWII, is a city with many hidden delights. Hopefully, you have heard of many, but [...]
Clinch Valley Trail Alliance President has a passion for mountain biking, preserving Oak Ridge
Brad Spears is the President of RSI Services, LLC, an accomplished environmental firm specializing in sustainable restoration, development, and long-term stewardship of the land. With nearly 300 employees and [...]
UCOR President, CEO Ken Rueter reveals his top cycling destinations in Oak Ridge
Rueter has been cycling for a quarter of a century and follows many of the latest trends in the cycling community. Ken Rueter is the President and Chief [...]
Local historian shares his favorite hiking trails across the Secret City
Ray enjoys the outdoors by hiking and taking photographs. Ray Smith has been telling Oak Ridge’s stories and sharing its history for decades, serving currently as the city’s [...]
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