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And if it lands in the Health-Tech Corridor along Euclid Ave.....WOW... Midtown would get something better than a mental hospital... ;)

Either way, the announcement sounds like it will be coming soon. (old deadline was May 31). And the title of this thread should be: "International Space Station National Laboratory" ... this will be involving more than just NASA.

I'm starting to think this deserves it's own thread. I'm finding a ton of other articles: http://www.medcitynews.com/2011/06/cleveland-hopes-to-land-command-center-for-space-research-project/ http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20110525/FREE/110529926 http://brown.senate.gov/newsroom/press_releases/release/?id=60952d63-c4bf-4391-83c8-c59a8b7bab54 http://www.nasawatch.com/archives/2011/06/iss-national-la-6.html

^ This would be a HUGE national (and even international) win for Cleveland and Ohio. The spin off from this in Cleveland would be incredible. From a June 2 article: Cleveland's Health-Tech Corridor is an emerging district that runs between downtown Cleveland and University Circle. The hope is that the MidTown Tech Park will attract businesses as well as keep new companies from leaving Cleveland's incubators. Haviland said Thursday that expansion plans show the group is serious about attracting opportunities, such as housing an international space station national laboratory. In April, Space Laboratory Associates, a joint venture between Battelle Memorial Institute in Columbus and Universities Space Research Association of Columbia, Md., said it would locate to MidTown if it receives a 10-year management contract from NASA. http://www.cleveland.com/business/index.ssf/2011/06/midtown_cleveland_inc_announce.html

^Nothing I've heard. It was one house. The houses on either side had exterior damage.

Eastside and Westside!

Little Italy is booming! ;) The article doesn't even mention my new favorite place, Club Isabella. business is booming in little italy thanks to slew of new openings Thursday, June 23, 2011 Business is booming in Little Italy, and the past year has seen a slew of new shops open in the historic community. Known for its galleries, shopping and great Italian restaurants, Little Italy welcomes newcomers peddling everything from fabric to vintage apparel. http://www.freshwatercleveland.com/innovationnews/littleitaly062311.aspx

And a side story...way to go CSU! head of csu's theatre department is thrilled to join playhousesquare Thursday, June 23, 2011 Before Mauldin was hired in 2006 to breathe new life into the moribund Dramatic Arts Program, the school had only 21 majors. Campus officials had even considered canceling it. Today,CSU's theatre program boasts 85 majors -- and counting. Today,CSU's theatre program boasts 85 majors -- and counting. "We're poised to become a destination theatre program in the coming years," Mauldin predicts. "That's not hubris -- there's some very solid work being produced here." http://www.freshwatercleveland.com/devnews/csutheatredepartment062311.aspx

Here is an update on the Allen theater from Fresh Water Cleveland (with some new pictures): play house move to rebuilt allen theatre will further boost playhousesquare Lee Chilcote | Thursday, June 23, 2011 Last year, PlayhouseSquare, CPH and CSU joined forces to undertake an ambitious $32 million fundraising campaign to renovate and expand the Allen Theatre. Since then, CSU and CPH have worked out an elaborate schedule to share the complex. "It's complicated, yes, but it works," says Mauldin. "For an undergraduate theatre program to partner with the oldest regional theatre in the U.S. housed in the second largest performing arts center… it's absolutely unparalleled." The theatre's renovations themselves, designed by the Cleveland firm of Westlake Reed Leskosky, are dramatic works of art that will change downtown theatergoers' experience. Gone is the "gerbil tube" that funneled visitors into theatres from the main parking garage. It is being replaced by an elegant 51-foot "inner streetscape." And the two new theatres, which Moore calls the "second stage" and "lab theatre," are sure to wow patrons with their sleek, sophisticated architecture. To the north, patrons will enter a grand lobby that's been expanded by absorbing some of the historic Allen. After admiring the ornate plasterwork that's been preserved on the ceilings, they'll enter a plush, intimate theatre boasting great sight lines from every seat. http://www.freshwatercleveland.com/features/allentheatre062311.aspx

I presented to him last week in Cleveland. Good guy. He loved University Circle and the biotech/Medical area (Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, Case Western Reserve University)

So frikin terrible...here's the news coverage: http://blog.cleveland.com/metro/2011/06/hordes_of_unruly_teens_shut_do.html

Whoa Cleveland Gladiators enjoy a record-setting rout of San Jose, 82-21 Published: Saturday, June 25, 2011, 11:14 PM Dennis Manoloff, The Plain Dealer CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Gladiators seemingly cannot get out of their own way on the road. When they are at home, though, it's a party -- never more so than Saturday night. The Gladiators notched their fifth consecutive victory at The Q by dismantling the San Jose SaberCats, 82-21. The point differential is second-largest in Arena Football League history, one shy of the record set by the Albany Firebirds against the Texas Terror (86-24, July 27, 1996). The Gladiators fell one point short of the franchise record for points in a game; the 2008 Gladiators defeated the Los Angeles Avengers, 83-69, in Staples Center. Cleveland (8-6) improved to 6-1 at The Q. The home defeat came against New Orleans, 34-33, April 16. Once-proud San Jose (5-9) has lost seven in a row. As of 2:59 remaining in the third quarter, the SaberCats had fumbled three times, thrown four interceptions and trailed, 61-7. Inside the final minute, the SaberCats called multiple timeouts. They were behind by 61. "I've actually been on the other end of some beatings in San Jose when they were really strong," Gladiators coach Steve Thonn said. "This can happen in arena football. We had a lot go our way." Cleveland's victory came at a price. Quarterback Andrico Hines and offensive lineman Calvin Wilson suffered left-knee injuries. Both are scheduled for tests/exams Sunday. Thonn had opted for Hines over Kurt Rocco, who struggled the previous week in a road loss to Kansas City. Thonn announced the change earlier in the day. "It's not that I had lost faith in Kurt," Thonn said. "He's done a good job. We were just looking for a boost and thought Andrico could give it to us." Hines, who joined the Gladiators on June 2 when backup Dan Whalen exited, made his AFL debut. He was doing just fine until late in the second quarter, when San Jose's Adam Huebner knocked him into the right-side boards during a pass attempt. Huebner was flagged for roughing the passer; Hines needed assistance to leave the field. http://www.cleveland.com/gladiators/index.ssf/2011/06/cleveland_gladiators_enjoy_a_r.html

Ironically, it looks like Tremont is the shortest commute compared to the Eastside neighborhoods of Little Italy, Coventry, and CWRU/University Circle. All according to Google....plus you'd be doing more "reverse rush hour."

My friend lives there. His basic breakdown: Loves the cool building, loves the neighborhood, likes the washer and dryer in unit, thinks the walls are too thin. Overall he likes it and has never had a problem. Remember that a decent percent of people post online with a motive of being pissed off.

Walking over to Cleveland Museum of Art Summer Solstice!

Here are a couple links to the wedding: http://www.wkyc.com/news/article/195248/45/Couple-holds-bike-themed-wedding-among-300-cyclists http://www.newsnet5.com/dpp/news/local_news/cleveland_metro/cycling-couple-weds-at-public-square-bike-event

I can't believe this hasn't been talked about today...(unless some where else?) Cleveland: Kennedy, President of MMPI resigns CHICAGO -- Christopher Kennedy has announced that he will be stepping down from his position as president of MMPI, the company overseeing Cleveland's Medical Mart project. Kennedy, a 25-year veteran of MMPI, says he decided that now is the best time for him to resign as it will allow for MMPI to make a leadership transition with minimum interruption to business. Mark Falanga will succeed Kennedy as president of MMPI on July 23. Myron Maurer will also be promoted to Chief Operating Officer that same day. http://www.wkyc.com/news/article/195082/3/Cleveland-Kennedy-President-of-MMPI-resigns AND from: Crains: http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20110624/FREE/110629900 Chicago Tribune: http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2011-06-23/business/chi-kennedy-stepping-down-as-head-of-merchandise-mart-20110623_1_robert-f-kennedy-kennedy-family-merchandise-mart Cleveland Scene: http://www.clevescene.com/scene-and-heard/archives/2011/06/24/med-mart-loses-the-kennedy-connection

I like comic sans....

From NPR (with audio clip): Great Lakes May Beat Atlantic To Offshore Wind States along the Atlantic Coast are racing to be first in the country to put wind turbines offshore. But a group in Ohio says the first offshore wind farm in America isn't likely to be in the Atlantic but in the fresh waters of Lake Erie about 7 miles off the Cleveland coast. http://www.npr.org/2011/06/21/137295524/great-lakes-may-beat-atlantic-to-offshore-wind

June 21, 2011, 3:26 p.m. EDT Baker to Design New Cleveland Innerbelt Bridge CLEVELAND, Jun 21, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Michael Baker Jr., Inc., an engineering unit of Michael Baker Corporation BKR -1.06% , announced today that it and project team members have been selected by the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to design the new Eastbound Interstate 90 Cleveland Innerbelt Bridge in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. Baker is a subconsultant to Richland Engineering Ltd. Specifically, Baker will provide design and plan production for the design of the main viaduct superstructure, public involvement services, utility and agency coordination, and waterway permitting services. The new structure will be approximately 4,000 feet long and has an estimated construction value of approximately $350 million. Baker's design fee, including final design services scheduled for completion in June 2013, will be approximately $3 million. The new bridge will be a unique steel delta frame bridge, which is an uncommon structure type, and will consist of a number of long spans with very tall piers. Among the challenges will be making the new structure compatible with the new Westbound I-90 Innerbelt Bridge, which is currently under construction. Baker will assist ODOT with significant outreach and coordination with the local communities adjacent to downtown Cleveland to incorporate project aesthetics and architectural landscaping. John Dietrick, P.E., S.E., Baker's Bridge Technical Services manager and project principal, said, "The selection of the Richland Team for this important project will result in Baker's continued excellent support of the Ohio Department of Transportation on the largest construction program in the state. Our bridge engineers are excited about the opportunity to design a unique, complex interstate structure within several blocks of our downtown Cleveland office." Michael Baker Corporation ( www.mbakercorp.com ) provides engineering, design, planning and construction services for its clients' most complex challenges worldwide. The firm's primary business areas are architecture, aviation, defense, environmental, geospatial, homeland security, municipal & civil, pipelines & utilities, rail & transit, transportation and water. With more than 2,800 employees in nearly 90 offices across the United States, Baker is focused on creating value by delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure and the environment. SOURCE: Michael Baker Corporation http://www.marketwatch.com/story/baker-to-design-new-cleveland-innerbelt-bridge-2011-06-21?reflink=MW_news_stmp

That lady keeps feeding those damn rats with wings. AWESOME pictures Clueless!

Welcome! In terms of Little Italy and Hessler, it is best to go up and down the side streets and look for "for rent" signs. I vote Little Italy! :) Side note: not sure where you are coming from, but getting heat included in the rent is the best way to go. Many places in Little Italy offer this...my place has free steam heat and it's a savior during wintertime.

St. Stanislaus is the biggest hidden GEM in the city of Cleveland:

1) BTW, check out this presentation I found from 2005...look at slides 25, 26, and 27. :) http://www.astswmo.org/Files/Meetings/2005/2005-Brownfields_Symposium/Comm%20Involvement%20and%20Village%20Redevelopment.pdf 2) Also, this 6-story building has been completely rehabbed: http://slavicvillage.org/atlasapartments

IMO, Slavic Village has the best remaining untapped urban fabric in the city: http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&sugexp=ldymls&xhr=t&q=5605+broadway+ave&cp=18&qe=NTYwNSBicm9hZHdheSBhdmUg&qesig=Vs0kS0jCUCFp0WIc6-e0hw&pkc=AFgZ2tl4DQp7PxEXHOlP7EU0mgawc6UsvsMdv0poB_fkJht5cGVFMssFXmRtebQJ9cG5dszVtG63oArsIy_TWpNKZpvCGTBrxA&safe=off&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.&biw=1525&bih=666&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=0x8830fad764427b73:0x548525323d0733b1,5605+Broadway+Ave,+Cleveland,+OH+44127&gl=us&ei=D1UBTv6XI8PcgQfj0r3mDQ&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=title&resnum=1&sqi=2&ved=0CBYQ8gEwAA I've always wondered what a transit line would do for this part of the down...down E.55th from Euclid for example...making all that land around E.55 and Euclid a transit hub...ending at Slavic Village.