Oakland
A city in Warren County, Kentucky — population 193 as of 2022.
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Kids hear about chills and thrills on the Hill
From Civil War soldiers walking along the rifle trench to a woman draped in white stalking the Cravens Library, children got to hear about all the paranormal activity on the Hill. Paranormal historian Tamela Smith hosted a Kids Spooky Tales from the Hill night where she told…
Community Groups & Organizations
Fleaji Vintage Market raises money for Trained-Alzheimer’s research
What started as an idea by a few Phi Gamma Delta (FIJI) graduates from the College of Charleston South Carolina soon became an international company that made its way to WKU’s campus. The WKU FIJI chapter and EZA Finds partnered with Fleaji Vintage Market to host a pop-up flea…
Community Groups & Organizations
WKU Football looks to secure back-to-back wins, going on the road against New Mexico State
WKU Football hits the road yet again, and heads out west for a Thursday night matchup against New Mexico State on Oct. 1, hoping to start conference play off with a win. WKU returned home for the home opener Sept. 26, and entered as 39.5 point favorites against Mercyhurst, in…
Local Sports
WKU Soccer looks to rebound at home against Sam Houston State
WKU Soccer hosts the Sam Houston State Bearkats on Oct. 1, as conference play continues for the Hilltoppers, who hope to bounce back after suffering their first loss of the season on Sept. 26 on the road against Liberty. The Hilltoppers have had a flying start to the season,…
Local SportsWKU Football hit the road for the third time this season after a blowout win against Mercyhurst on Sept. 26. The Hilltoppers traveled out west to take on the New Mexico State Aggies in their first Conference USA matchup of the season. After a tough three game road stretch to…
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Global Learning without the guesswork: WKU helps students take the First Step
For students who worry that studying abroad is too expensive, complicated or far outside their reach, WKU’s Go Global First Steps sessions offer a starting point. The sessions, offered by WKU Global Learning advisers and Global Learning Ambassadors, help students explore study…
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Oakland by the numbers
- Median age
- 46.7
- Persons per household
- 2.4
- Median house value
- $164,800