Tag: City of Kennesaw

WEATHER ALERT FOR GEORGIA – SNOW EXPECTED SAT & SUN

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is preparing for another winter weather event expected to have impacts across much of the state, beginning during the early morning hours of Saturday, January 31. The storm is forecast to bring light…

BIG SHANTY FESTIVAL IN DOWNTOWN KENNESAW – APRIL 12 & 13

SUPERIOR PLUMBING KENNESAW/BIG SHANTY FESTIVAL Celebrating 49 years The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History sits at the center of the festival.  This Smithsonian-affiliated Museum is home to the famous “General” locomotive and encompasses the history of the…

MAY 2025 ACWORTH, KENNESAW, MARIETTA BRIGHT SIDE IS ONLINE

MAY 2025 ACWORTH, KENNESAW, MARIETTA BRIGHT SIDE IS ONLINE  School lets out this month, Smoke on the Lake is this weekend (we hope Mother Nature cooperates). Feature are our scholarships winners from both the ABA and KBA.  Amazing students soon…

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA – KENNESAW CEMETERY

The City of Kennesaw and the Cemetery Preservation Commission invite the public to attend the Wreaths Across America ceremony on December 17th at 10:00 am. The City of Kennesaw and the Cemetery Preservation Commission are proud to partner with the…

SCARECROWS ON MAIN

Just a hint of fall is creeping into the air.  Never to early to think about promoting your business as you join our community in creating a fantastic scarecrow! SCARECROWS ON MAIN The City of Kennesaw invites area residents, families,…

A GREAT DAY OF CELEBRATION! – TUESDAY, JAN 18, 2022

Quinton Austin, Chair of the KBA AA5 writes: This is an afternoon you won’t want to miss, followed by an evening you’ll be glad you put on your calendar! Come celebrate all that makes Kennesaw the best community in Cobb…

NEWS FROM KENNESAW

KENNESAW MAYOR, DEREK EASTERLING TO SPEAK JANUARY KBA LUNCHEON will be held on Tuesday, January 14 at the KSU Continuing Ed Bldg. We are honored to have Mayor Derek Easterling give the State of the Kennesaw address, focusing on the…

INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND & MORE

City of Kennesaw Celebrates Grand Opening for the Inclusive Playground at Swift-Cantrell Park The City of Kennesaw and Kennesaw Parks & Recreation celebrated the Grand Opening for the Inclusive Playground at Swift-Cantrell Park this afternoon Tuesday, January 9. The Inclusive…

Taste of Kennesaw Winners for 2015

The 2015 Taste of Kennesaw was held on Saturday, September 12.  The weather could not have been more perfect, and the variety of food was gave attendees an opportunity to sample from restaurants they had never visited – yet!  The…

Kennesaw Police Chief Westenberger Accepts the Challenge

Chief Westenberger has accepted his ALS ice bucket challenge from Chief Dennard of the Acworth Police Department. To help raise more money for ALS, the Chief  auctioned off the position of pouring the water. As you can see by the…

Hats OFF To Kennesaw for THE KENNESAW GRAND PRIX SERIES

Special for the Bright Side Newspapers: by Dr. Cris Eaton Welsh. Who would have even projected the impact that the Kennesaw Grand Prix series has had on our economy and our community. 20 races grossing nearly $500,000.  Over $220,000 raised…

March Radness Skate Contest at Kennesaw Skate Park

The City of Kennesaw and Ambush Board Company are hosting a skate contest at Kennesaw Skate Park on Saturday, March 15. Check in at 10:00 am.  Contest starts at 11:00 a.m. Two Divisions: Street Contest and Pool Jam $15 Entry…