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ART & STAR Alerts:
On Monday, April 15, the westbound bus stop on Columbia Pike and S. Taylor St. (Regional ID 6000191) will temporarily relocate to the corner of Columbia Pike and S. Wakefield St. for a period of 12-16 weeks. Routes affected: ART 41.
(4/09 3:05PM)
On Monday, April 15, the westbound bus stop on Columbia Pike and S. George Mason Dr. (Regional ID 6000203) will temporarily relocate approximately 400ft west, adjacent to the Harris Teeter grocery store for 12-16 weeks. Routes affected: ART 41.
(4/09 3:00PM)
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