2014 Storm Floods Oakland’s Park and Bell Creek Overflows


A strong summer 2014 storm left the Oakland Park flooded, but not for long. All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

A strong summer 2014 storm left the Oakland Park and Bell Creek flooded, but not for long. All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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June 2014 Storms Do Extensive Damage in Craig and Uehling


Storms damaged many homes and businesses in Craig and Uehling in June of 2014. All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Storms damaged many homes and businesses in Craig and Uehling in June of 2014. All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Reflecting Back: 2014 Memorial Day Celebration in Lyons


Memorial Day Celebration in Lyons, 2014. All pictures credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, kat Country Hub.

Memorial Day Celebration in Lyons, 2014. All pictures credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, kat Country Hub.

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Senator Lydia Brasch Visited Kat Country Hub


A selfie with Senator Lydia Brasch and Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief of Kat Country Hub. Photo Credit also of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

A selfie with Senator Lydia Brasch  and Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief of Kat Country Hub. Senator Brasch visited Kat Country Hub while out on the campaign trail in the Spring, prior to the primary election in May. Photo Credit also of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

2014 Was Busy for Local Communities


Construction of a new pool in Lyons, a new Dollar Store in Oakland, May election, Memorial Day flags going up, a pole being replaced from an accident, library and Golden Oaks activities also topped the list of events in 2014. More to come!! All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Construction of a new pool in Lyons, a new Dollar Store in Oakland, May election, Memorial Day flags going up, a pole being replaced from an accident, library and Golden Oaks activities also topped the list of events in 2014. More to come!! All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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It is an Icicle Kind of Day


It is colder than cold today! Looks like this icicle will be around a bit longer! Photo credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

It is colder than cold today! Looks like this icicle will be around a bit longer! Photo credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

It Has Been a Picture Perfect Year


Storytime, Easter and school were a big part of 2014! More to come! All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Storytime, Easter and school were a big part of 2014! More to come! All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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2014 Year in Pictures


The Burt County Fair Kickoff and Lana Minton selling L&M in Lyons also with a few nature pictures are just a few of the highlights of 2014. More to come! All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

The Burt County Fair Kickoff and Lana Minton selling L&M in Lyons also with a few nature pictures are just a few of the highlights of 2014. More to come! All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Thanks Santa for Coming to the Oakland Library


Oakland Library Director, Rosa Schmidt, gives Santa a hug, thanking him for coming from the north pole  to visit with the kids at the library. Photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Oakland Library Director, Rosa Schmidt, gives Santa a hug, thanking him for coming from the north pole to visit with the kids at the library. Photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Coloring Fun at Oakland Library


Uncle Preston shows his nephew Trey how to draw, then Trey decides to try it himself! Photos Credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Uncle Preston shows his nephew Trey how to draw, then Trey decides to try it himself! Photos Credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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