Politics & Government
Don't Get Caught in Traffic
Take a look at the roadwork being done in and around Kennesaw this week, July 23 through July 27. Barrett Parkway, Burnt Hickory Road and Ridenour Boulevard are among the affected roadways.

The following road work will be in progress this week, according to :
NB Barrett Pkwy (Stilesboro Rd. to Old Hwy. 41):
The contractor work around the clock road on reconstruction in the northbound lanes between Stilesboro Road and Old Highway 41. Only one travel lane will be open during this period. It is suggested you plan extra time for your commute or consider an alternate route.
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NB Barrett Pkwy (Burnt Hickory Rd. to Stilesboro Rd. and Old Hwy. 41 to Ridenour Blvd.):
You can expect periodic lane closures northbound from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. between Burnt Hickory Road and Ridenour Boulevard. One lane will remain open at all times as the contractor performs grading operations, wall construction and storm drainage work. Various utility companies will be relocating services which should not affect your service.
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SB Barrett Pkwy (Ridenour Blvd. to Burnt Hickory Rd.):
Also anticipate periodic lane closures southbound from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. between Ridenour Boulevard and Burnt Hickory Road with one lane remaining open at all times. The contractor will be performing grading operations, wall construction and storm drainage work. Various utility companies relocating services which should not affect your service.
Road Resurfacing
Asphalt paving operations, which will include lane closures with one lane remaining open at all times are scheduled next week weather permitting on the following roads:
EXPECT DELAYS
• Burnt Hickory Road from Due West Road to Barrett Parkway.