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Another street closing to be aware of next week!
The City of Athens Public Works Department is advising motorists of upcoming street closures in the downtown area on Thursday, August 27, to accommodate Tennessee Wesleyan University’s Battle of Athens presentation and walking tour.
The following areas will be closed to all traffic from 7:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.:
Jackson Street from Washington Avenue to Coach Farmer Drive
College Street from Jackson Street to White Street
Hornsby Street from White Street to Long Street
Motorists are encouraged to use caution, watch for detour and traffic-control signage, and allow additional time for possible delays. Please also be mindful of pedestrians and work crews in the area.
For additional information, contact the City of Athens Public Works Department at 423-744-2745.
Upcoming street closure to be aware of!
The City of Athens Public Works Department is advising motorists of upcoming street, sidewalk, and parking closures along Jackson Street for the Patriot Memorial Project’s mural painting.
Street Closure:
Jackson Street from Washington Avenue to College Street will be closed nightly from Wednesday, August 26, through Friday, August 28, between 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
Sidewalk & Parking Closures:
The sidewalk and parking spaces 16, 17, 18, 350, and 19 along Jackson Street, from Washington Avenue to Hornsby Street, will be closed from Tuesday, August 25 at 8:00 a.m. through Friday, October 9 at 5:00 p.m.
Motorists traveling through the area are encouraged to use caution, watch for flaggers and traffic-control signage, and allow additional time for possible delays. Pedestrians and work crews may also be present throughout the project.
These closures are necessary to accommodate mural painting for the Patriot Memorial Project.
For additional information, contact the City of Athens Public Works Department at 423-744-2745.
