Ronnie

I found this pretty amusing. I don't know how these guys went all night long, Hers's the vid... Here's the website... http://www.udpacman.com/

Wow. I don't know how I missed this entire thread (probably because I tend to ignore Columbus threads), but I just went through this entire thread and I am pleased to say, this is a really nice project! It's good to see that you can reuse an older building like this without tearing it down and yet be able to blend it in with new construction this way. I may just have o make a trip to Columbus soon and check this out in person!

^----LOL! So did I! I was like "WHAT!?". Mike Hartsock was the announcer and he is usually pretty good...except that time. :lol:

Dayton won a squeaker tonight against Akron, 84-81 in double overtime! If you didn't watch the game, all I can say is *whew*! :box:

Cox Arboretum to receive $1 million gift By Anthony Gottschlich Staff Writer Wednesday, January 02, 2008 DAYTON — Cox Arboretum will receive a $1 million gift from the James M. Cox Jr. Foundation on Thursday for a complex of buildings for horticulture and grounds staff, volunteers, a greenhouse and educational programs. The Barbara Cox Anthony Center for Sustainable Horticulture, expected to cost $3.5 million in total, will be designed for LEEDS certification, demonstrating that the project is "green" and environmentally friendly. LEEDS stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. "We are extremely excited and honored by this gift, which underscores Mrs. Anthony's long-term relationship with Cox Arboretum," said Jay Woodhull, director of Cox Arboretum MetroPark. "The center is also a way to carry on her lifelong effort for the preservation of the environment." MORE: http://www.daytondailynews.com/n/content/oh/story/news/local/2008/01/02/ddn010208coxweb.html

Tony's Italian Sausage opening a restaurant By Mark Fisher Staff Writer Wednesday, January 02, 2008 DAYTON — After more than three decades of selling Italian sausages and other specialties from concession trailers on the festival and county fair circuit, the family that operates Tony's Italian Sausage opened a bricks-and-mortar restaurant in Belmont Wednesday. For more, click the link http://www.daytondailynews.com/b/content/oh/story/business/2008/01/02/ddn010208newrestaurantweb.html

For Dayton, Montgomery County and the western 1/4 of Greene County.

I find it amazing that the indoor mall is dying in the colder climates. I understand why Arizona, Southern Cali, Florida and other similar states would go outdoor, but when you are Ohio and you have cold and snow 30% of the year, I just can't see it. But I guess with the success of the Greene in Beavercreek with 2 enclosed malls within a 10 minute drive just shows the indoor malls just don't have it anymore, even in colder climates.

I remember when I went up there almost every weekend for "the cruising strip" when I was in my late teens. Nice town Greenville is!

Cinci looks so good at night when it's lit up. I wish it could stay that 24-7

^---That pic just cracks me up J! LOL

Yes, very nice indeed!

Sonic addition drives in to local restaurant mix in several locations Kentucky-based franchisee plans to open 30 stores around Dayton over five years. By Tim Tresslar Staff Writer Wednesday, January 02, 2008 A franchisee of Sonic Inc. drive-in restaurants plans to open stores in Kettering, Huber Heights, Beavercreek and Celina in 2008 as its regional expansion continues. For more, click the link http://www.daytondailynews.com/b/content/oh/story/business/2008/01/01/ddn010208sonic.html

^---Yup, I went from a 675 post count down to a 585 post count. And I was getting so close to getting another star! Waaahhh! :-(

That sounds more like an approval to me. Glad to have your support UR! ;-)

^---I think that is probably just a snippet of information enquirer happened to place in that spot. I would think that would not be part of that lawsuit. Just the hotels.

^---You think so? Is that good or bad?

Longtime Dayton activist Esrati to run for Congress The Democrat plans to run for the Third Congressional district seat now held by U.S. Rep. Mike Turner. By Lynn Hulsey Staff Writer Saturday, December 15, 2007 DAYTON Longtime Dayton activist David Esrati said Friday he will run for Congress. He plans to run as a Democrat in the March 3 primary for the Third Congressional district seat now held by U.S. Rep. Mike Turner, R-Centerville. Democrat Jane Mitakides, who was defeated by Turner in 2004, also plans to run. Turner and former Waynesville Mayor Charles W. Sanders, a Democrat, have taken out petitions from the Montgomery County Board of Elections as well... http://www.daytondailynews.com/n/content/oh/story/news/local/2007/12/14/ddn121507esrati.html

Well, the one thing I noticed is that Messer's name is on the rendering. That makes me feel much better about the chances of this project going up. Guess it's just wait and see now.

So what are you saying? :lol:

As the article stated, the eastbound section opened up almost right on time. I happened to be coming from Greenville, so I decided to check it out (even knowing is was gonna be smack in the middle of rush hour) for the first time without any construction in the way. I have to say, I really like the reconfiguration. I drove through right at 5:30 which is close to peak congestion on eastbound 35 especially right around the Steve Whalen exit. I was very surprised! Only a few break lights and traffic moved right along at 55-60 all the way up to Smithville Rd. Even though there is still a full lane shift to the left, it is a much earlier transition and much smoother. The new wall gives it a very different feel and the new center wall mounted lights are so much better than the old side mounted ones. Complaints: I still think the left side ramps should have been removed removed, but I also don't see it being such a big problem now. I'm also not sure of this statement from the above article. Is this to be a part of the upcoming ITS system around Dayton?

A day old, but... Some relief coming for drivers on Route 35 By Lawrence Budd Staff Writer Wednesday, December 12, 2007 DAYTON — On Thursday, drivers on U.S. 35 will find an additional eastbound lane from Interstate 75 to Smithville Road. The Jefferson Street ramp to eastbound 35 will also be open. Gone will be the eastbound detour under I-75 to Stewart Street, once work scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. is completed, Ohio Department of Transportation spokeswoman Barbara Elliston said. http://www.daytondailynews.com/n/content/oh/story/news/local/2007/12/12/ddn12120735web.html

With all the bad news about GM and Dayton these days, could this be a possible turning point for Dayton's troubled GM market?

Groundbreaking planned for Trotwood GM facility; up to 300 new jobs planned Trotwood officials plan to hold a ceremony Friday to announce the groundbreaking of a $32.5 million distribution facility aimed at bringing 250 to 300 new jobs to the city. The new jobs will carry an average annual salary of $30,000 and generate about $1 million a year in additional tax revenues for the city, according to an announcement dated for Friday. Read full article here: http://dayton.bizjournals.com/dayton/stories/2007/12/10/daily29.html

Ronnie I have given you full credit ;): http://www.pbase.com/cincyimages/image/32947965 Monte! Yes, I've seen that before and I appreciate it! :wink: