Ożarowice

The Ożarowice Commune, located in the Silesian Voivodeship within the Tarnogórski County, boasts a rich history dating back to 1867, when it was established as part of a Tsarist administrative reform. The commune comprises several localities, including Ożarowice, Tąpkowice, Pyrzowice, Ossy, Niezdara, Celiny, and Zendek. It is home to historical sites such as the 18th-century St. Barbara's Church in Ożarowice and an archaeological site of the Lusatian culture. The commune has a well-developed healthcare infrastructure, offering primary medical care and dentistry. An important aspect of community life are local sports clubs, including LKS Piast Ożarowice and LKS Tęcza Zendek, which are active in football, volleyball, table tennis, and aikido. Education in the commune is diverse, with a network of public kindergartens and primary schools, as well as private institutions. In the cultural sphere, the Ożarowice Commune Library and Cultural Center operates alongside local folk groups such as Niezdareczka and Ożarowianki. The commune benefits from a strategic location with a well-developed road network and proximity to the Katowice-Pyrzowice International Airport. The local economy is based on small businesses and transport services, significantly influenced by the airport. An interesting historical note is that during World War II, a Luftwaffe airfield was built in the area, which was later rebuilt and became the foundation of the modern airport in Pyrzowice. The Ożarowice Commune exemplifies a harmonious blend of tradition, culture, and modernity.