The Oldham Era

06/19/2026

On Saturday at Maples Park in Crestwood, the Humane Society of Oldham County invites the public to come celebrate an impressive four decades in operation as a non-profit, no-kill animal rescue. And it will also be kicking off its capital campaign, asking for help paying for essential items needed to complete a second building.

Join HSOC's 40th birthday celebration and support their goal to expand adoptable animal spaces by funding a new building, creating better shelter and medical services for pets in need.

06/18/2026

Daniel Barhorst owns Prospect Medical Clinic which does business as Kentucky Cannabis Card and helps qualified patients get approved for the identification card required to purchase medical cannabis.

Since he was a child, Daniel Barhorst has been inclined to help others; he called it his passion.

06/17/2026

From Oldham County KY Emergency Management:

Oldham County can expect two rounds of potentially impactful weather through Thursday. Gusty winds of 30–40 mph, with isolated gusts up to 45 mph, are expected this afternoon and tonight. Severe storms are possible overnight, primarily between 3:00 AM and 6:00 AM Thursday, with damaging winds being the primary threat. A few tornadoes and hail cannot be ruled out.

Heavy rainfall is also a concern. Storms may produce 1–2 inches of rain, with isolated locations receiving 3–5 inches. Flash flooding is possible, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas.

Safety Tips:
- Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts, especially overnight. Do not rely solely on outdoor warning sirens.

- Charge phones, tablets, and backup batteries before going to bed.

- Identify your tornado safe place now, an interior room on the lowest floor away from windows.

- Never drive through flooded roadways. Turn Around, Don't Drown. Flooding is especially dangerous at night when water depth is difficult to see.

- If you receive a Tornado Warning, take shelter immediately and do not wait to see the storm.

06/17/2026

The Oldham County History Center will host its 2026 Juneteenth Celebration Banquet on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. at CityPlace in La Grange. This year’s celebration honors historic local black churches; recognizing their role as cornerstones of the Civil Rights Movement.

Join the Oldham County History Center June 19 for their Juneteenth Banquet at City Place Pavilion, honoring Black churches’ impact on civil rights and presenting the Elijah Marrs Award posthumously.

06/17/2026

The Era’s history just got more accessible. Thanks to newspapers.com, the Oldham County Library’s archive of past Era editions is now available online. The collection spans back to 1904 and is searchable by keywords. 🗞️

Anyone interested in peeking at the past can visit one of OCPL’s three branches and access over a century of editions for free.

Oldham County Library’s Era newspaper archives have been digitized and uploaded to newspapers.com, making it easier to explore more than a century of local history. The free service on library computers features keyword search with highlighted results, helping users uncover family stories and loca...

06/16/2026

The Oldham Chamber & Economic Development Board of Directors announced June 9 that President David Bizianes is departing from the organization and that Vice-President Sandy Hamilton will take the reins.

The Oldham Chamber & Economic Development Board of Directors announced June 3 that President David Bizianes is departing from the organization and that Vice-President Sandy Hamilton will take the reins.

06/15/2026

Tymetrius Walter, who was charged with murder in the 2023 police chase collision that killed 10-year-old Jake Luxemburger, accepted a plea deal June 8.

The plea namely amended his murder charge to vehicular homicide, a class B felony.

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Less than a month ahead of his trial date, the Louisville man charged with the murder of 10-year-old Jake Luxemburger in the 2023 police chase collision in Crestwood accepted a

06/15/2026

Eastern box turtles are on the move! 🐢 These slow-moving creatures are crossing roads to find mates, nesting sites, and food. If you spot one, slow down. If it’s safe to stop, you can help by moving it in the direction it was already heading. Never relocate a turtle far from where you found it. They have a small home range and will spend their lives trying to get back.

06/15/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Maintenance Work on KY 2855 (Fort Pickens Road) on Wednesday, June 17, in Oldham County 🚧

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of the daytime closure of KY 2855 (Fort Pickens Road) on Thursday, June 18, in Oldham County.

KY 2855 (Fort Pickens Road) will be closed from KY 146 (La Grange Road) to Hunters Trail (mile point 0.0 to mile point 0.378) beginning at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 17, continuing through 3 p.m. The closure is necessary for KYTC crews to perform routine maintenance of the highway.

Motorists should use caution, heed signage, and seek an alternate route.