Starkville plans to widen Lynn Lane intersections
The city of Starkville is preparing for work at two intersections along Lynn Lane to help with traffic flow along the road.
City Engineer Edward Kemp, in a presentation during a Friday afternoon work session, said preparations are underway to widen Lynn Lane at its intersection with Industrial Park Road and at the intersection with Logan Drive at the Starkville Sportsplex’s entrance.
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