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Kennesaw September 22, 2022

Kennesaw citizens opposed to Wildman’s reopening say they “won’t go away”

By Rebecca Gaunt Kennesaw citizens returned to City Council Monday to protest the decision to allow Wildman’s Civil War shop to reopen on Main Street. About 30 people came to…

Many of the attendees were sworn in so they could speak about Wildman’s.

Kennesaw June 21, 2022

Kennesaw residents sound off about Wildman’s reopening at City Council meeting

By Rebecca Gaunt The contentious topic of Wildman’s CIvil War shop drew a larger-than-usual crowd at Monday’s Kennesaw City Council meeting, despite not being on the agenda. “Two years ago…

Kennesaw June 16, 2022

Kennesaw city manager refutes accusations that Wildman’s bypassed inspections

By Rebecca Gaunt Kennesaw City Manager Jeff Drobney was adamant during Wednesday’s press conference that the city’s process was followed properly in issuing a business license for the controversial Wildman’s…

Storefront with the late Dent Myer and a White History Month sign and Confederate battle flag

Kennesaw June 15, 2022

Updated with city’s response: Kennesaw councilman resigns, former councilwoman relocating business over Wildman’s reopening

By Rebecca Gaunt UPDATE: Kennesaw issued the following statement through their spokesperson, Communication and Engagement Manager Rebecca Graham: The City of Kennesaw has issued a business license to Dent Myers…

protestors with signs across from Wildmans in Kennesaw

Kennesaw June 6, 2020

Protesters Want Wildman’s Confederate Memorabilia Out of Kennesaw

Dozens of protesters gathered in downtown Kennesaw on Friday afternoon to express disfavor with the Wildman’s civil war surplus store. The nearly 50-year-old store has sparked much controversy over its…

Side-by-side photos of Madelyn Orochena and Tracey Viars

Kennesaw November 8, 2023

Kennesaw re-elects Viars, Orochena unseats Burnette

Madelyn Orochena (in pink), Tracey Viars (in blue) (Photos provided by the candidates) By Rebecca Gaunt In Kennesaw’s own bizarre version of musical chairs, Madelyn Orochena unseated Lynette Burnette for…

Brick Kennesaw government building with four tall wooden columns

Kennesaw September 18, 2023

Q&A with Kennesaw City Council Post 1 candidates

By Rebecca Gaunt One year after winning a seven-way special election to replace James “Doc” Eaton following his resignation, Lynette Burnette is facing three challengers for the Post 1 Kennesaw…

Kennesaw August 25, 2023

Qualifying complete for upcoming Kennesaw election

By Rebecca Gaunt Seven candidates qualified for Kennesaw’s November mayoral and city council election. Mayor Derek Easterling, who was first elected in 2015, is running for reelection unopposed. Mayor Derek…

Kennesaw July 3, 2023

Madelyn Orochena to take a second shot at Kennesaw City Council

By Rebecca Gaunt Madelyn Orochena hasn’t given up on her hopes for Kennesaw City Council, despite the unexpected twist that occurred in the previous election. Orochena was preparing to be…

A rendering of a mural with a number of people, mostly women, of different races, and the words "Everyday people"

Kennesaw April 19, 2023

Two new art installations coming to downtown Kennesaw

By Rebecca Gaunt A new mural and a bell tower will soon be visible along Main Street after Kennesaw City Council approved the proposals at Monday’s meeting. The temporary mural,…

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