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A construction project will begin on Hampton Street in front of the new Allen University dormitory.  The block of Hampton Street between Harden and Pine Streets, will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekdays. 

Traffic will be detoured around the closure via Harden Street, Taylor Street and Pine Street. 

The work is scheduled to begin on December 14th, and should be complete within 10 days, if the weather permits.