Kennesaw looking to fill vacant city council seat

Kennesaw is taking steps to fill the vacant seat of Councilman Bill Thrash, who died May 22 of cancer. Anyone who wants to be considered should submit their name, and a sworn affidavit regarding qualifications. Obtain an affidavit at www.kennesaw-ga.gov/government/city-clerk/elections or by visiting the city clerk’s office. Deadline is 5 pm on Friday. Info: 770-424-8274 ext. 3102 or dctaylor@kennesaw-ga.gov.

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