City of LaGrange Kentucky Official-ish

04/01/2025

📣 BIG NEWS! La Grange is Now Just "Grange"! That's right, folks! After much deliberation, the City of La Grange has officially changed its name to simply "Grange."
Mayor John Black shared his excitement, stating, "This is a new chapter for our community! 'Grange' is modern, concise, and reflects our unique identity. We're excited to see what the future holds for Grange!"
While some residents may need a little time to adjust, we're confident that "Grange" will become a name we all proudly call home.


What are your thoughts on the name change? Share your feelings in the comments below! No we will not change it back!

03/17/2025

City officials, during a routine inspection of our local green spaces, stumbled upon a sight that can only be described as...nutty! Within an abandoned section of the old railroad tracks, they unearthed an astonishing squirrel stash house. Acorns, meticulously organized and overflowing, filled every nook and cranny. It was a testament to the squirrels' industrious nature, to say the least.
However, the discovery took a decidedly bizarre turn when it was realized a city employee's cell phone was missing. And upon closer inspection, the culprits were clear: the squirrels! These furry little bandits were seen scampering about, occasionally pausing to peer at the device as if pondering its technological mysteries.
Now, the city finds itself in a unique predicament: how to negotiate the return of their property from a highly organized group of acorn-hoarding squirrels? Officials are left scratching their heads, wondering if they'll ever recover the phone, or if they'll simply be left with a series of blurry, nut-filled selfies taken by the mischievous rodents.
The incident has left our city staff in a state of bewildered amusement, and a lingering question: just what are those squirrels planning? Stay tuned for updates on this nutty situation!

Have you seen any unusually tech-savvy squirrels? Share your sightings in the comments!

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03/16/2025

Apologies for the radio silence yesterday, folks! Turns out, La Grange became the unexpected landing zone for a full-blown airborne squirrel invasion, courtesy of those Louisville winds. Let's just say, my backyard now resembles a furry, acorn-obsessed aerial combat zone. They were relentless!

(On a serious note: hope everyone weathered the wind okay! If you see any unusually acrobatic squirrels, maybe just...let them have the bird feeder this time.)

03/14/2025

La Grange Forecast: Hold onto your hats (and possibly your houses)! We're expecting some serious wind this afternoon and into tomorrow. Reports suggest gusts strong enough to blow your neighbor's prize-winning geraniums all the way to Buckner. Prepare for rogue tumbleweeds, airborne squirrels, and the potential for spontaneous kite-flying (whether you intended to or not).

But seriously, folks, while we're having a laugh, please do take the wind warnings seriously. Secure loose objects, stay away from downed power lines, and avoid unnecessary travel if possible. Stay safe out there!

03/13/2025

The Buckner, KY Department of Public Works (affectionately known as "The Pothole Patrol" by our closest friends) is aware that our beloved roadways may resemble the surface of the moon. We understand your frustration, and we assure you, we're working on it... eventually.
We've consulted with our esteemed panel of experts (mostly comprised of retired squirrels and a particularly insightful pigeon) and are developing a groundbreaking new pothole mitigation strategy. Details are still under wraps, but we can promise it involves a healthy dose of optimism and maybe, just maybe, a shovel.
In the meantime, please continue to exercise caution when navigating our charmingly rugged terrain. And remember, every pothole is an opportunity for adventure!

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03/12/2025

Behold! Lagrange's groundbreaking school bus train! Because why drive when you can chug? Expect slightly longer commutes.

03/12/2025

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Train Sighted, Minor Incidents Reported

The Lagrange Department of Unnecessary Precautions is pleased to announce that the "potential train sighting" earlier today has been confirmed. The train has since passed through town, and while there were a few minor fender benders, things seem to be returning to normal.

The LDUP would like to thank the citizens of Lagrange for their patience and understanding during this time. We would also like to thank the train for its cooperation.

03/12/2025

PREPARE FOR UNPRECEDENTED TRAFFIC:
Due to a "potential train sighting" this afternoon, the Lagrange Department of Unnecessary Precautions has issued a level 3 "Slightly Concerned" alert. Please allow an extra 45 minutes for your commute to crossing Main Street. We repeat, 45 minutes.

03/12/2025

Mildred's prize-winning petunias were almost collateral damage in today's Main Street rumble! A blue sedan, reportedly driven by a tourist, "misunderstood" the concept of a yield sign. More details as soon as we find someone who can parallel park the tow truck.