The Oldham Era

12/15/2025

UPDATE: 12/15/25 00:38 Mr. Greer has been located and the Golden Alert is CANCELED. We appreciate you sharing and helping get the word out.

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GOLDEN ALERT - MISSING ENDANGERED ADULT

George Greer, 74, of LaGrange, KY, was reported missing by family after becoming lost while driving home from Louisville. He was observed via Life 360 driving "up and down I-75." His last known location was established with a Flock camera at 13:43 this date at a Sam's Club entrance located at 5375 N Bend Rd, Cincinnati, OH.

Greer is a white male, 5'06", appx 150 lbs, blue eyes, gray hair.
He is driving a white 2009 Pontiac Vibe, KY LIC 773JEG.

If you see George Greer or his vehicle, please call 911. Anyone with further information regarding the investigation, please contact Oldham County Dispatch at 502-222-0111.

12/14/2025

With temps below freezing, internal water lines can freeze and/or burst. 🥶❄ Here's how to prevent costly repairs: https://www.oldhamcountywaterky.gov/winter-tips-to-avoid-frozen-pipes.html

12/14/2025

A huge thank you to our crews who worked all day to clean and salt our lots, drives, and sidewalks. Unfortunately, after assessing late this afternoon, roads in parts of the county remain in poor condition. Therefore, we will utilize NTI day #3 tomorrow.
OC Preschool, this will be NTI day #2 for you.

12/14/2025

The family was able to exit the residence, according to neighbors on scene.

An Oldham County Schools bus is on scene serving as a warming station for the first responders, who are operating in below 15-degree weather.

Several fire stations are responding to a house fire on Clover Ridge Drive in Crestwood, which was first reported at approximately 10:52 a.m.

12/13/2025

12/12/2025

In 2024, Oldham County’s tourism industry generated $83.6 million in economic impact — more than double the $37.9 million recorded in pre-COVID numbers. Oldham County tourism industry supports 449 local jobs.

Tourism boosts Oldham County's economy, drawing attention and increasing local jobs and tax revenue. Annual results highlight its significant role in growth, with an economic impact of $83.6 million.

12/12/2025

OCS will operate in NTI on Friday, December 12, 2025. Enrichment centers will also be closed. Please visit oldham.kyschools.us/nti for assignments. OC Preschool students do not need to complete NTI, as this was already a non-school day.

12/12/2025

Due to cold temperatures approaching, the following warming centers will be activated on an as-needed basis only. Monitor our social media or sign up for smart911.com to receive public safety notifications. Please call Emergency Management at 502-222-0799 if you need assistance.

12/11/2025

KYTC is inviting local residents to provide input on proposed improvements at the Highway 22 and Highway 146 intersection and nearby railroad crossing in Crestwood. The online survey will be available — in both English and Spanish — through Monday, Jan. 5, 2026: https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/Ky-22-and-KY-146-Improvements-.aspx

After conducting a meeting to brief elected officials on Dec. 3, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is inviting local residents to provide input on proposed improvements at the Highway 22

12/09/2025

Joanna Hernandez is currently being held at the Oldham County Detention Center on a $90,000 cash bond.

Officer Allen Schneble has an upper body injury, according to La Grange Police Chief Greg Collett.

Read more and watch Virtual RailFan footage of the incident below:

A La Grange Police officer was struck by a car while directing traffic at the intersection of Highway 53 and Main Street on Dec. 6 during the annual Light Up