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Framework set for Hall of Fame Village Kelli Young CantonRep.com staff writer Posted Sep. 1, 2015 at 7:02 PM A few more details about who will handle what when it comes to the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s proposed Hall of Fame Village were revealed Tuesday. The five-member governing board of the Stark County Port Authority unanimously approved a preliminary agreement that sets the framework for the first phase of the Hall of Fame Village. The first phase includes the $80 million reconstruction of Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium, conversion of Don Scott field into youth football fields and improvements to the parking lot at McKinley High School that is used by students and by patrons of the Canton Symphony Orchestra. http://www.cantonrep.com/article/20150901/NEWS/150909919

What a horrible article. This is like saying crime an dilapidated housing still exist in East Cleveland even after all of the hundred of millions put into University Circle.

Cleveland Clinic to take on full ownership of Akron General Health System August 28, 2015 Updated 3 hours ago By Timothy Magaw After merely a year as a minority investor, Cleveland Clinic is exercising an option to take on full ownership of Akron General Health System. Last year, the regional health care giant purchased a minority stake in Akron General — a deal that infused $100 million into the Summit County-based hospital system that now boasts operating revenue of close to $700 million. http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20150828/NEWS/150829810/cleveland-clinic-to-take-on-full-ownership-of-akron-general-health#utm_medium=email&utm_source=ccl-akronmorning&utm_campaign=ccl-akronmorning-20150828

Sounds like E. 4th would fall under an even worse category, after all there is a bowling alley there.

Food Notes: Sushi place tries tough spot in Merriman Valley; September is Downtown Akron Restaurant Month; Gervasi releases wines from grapes grown in Canton; lots of tomatoes at Howe Meadow By Katie Byard Beacon Journal staff writer Published: August 25, 2015 - 05:33 PM | Updated: August 26, 2015 - 12:17 PM The space in Akron’s Merriman Valley has earned a reputation as a spot that just can’t hang on to restaurants. This time around, nearby residents and foodies are practically gleeful that yet another venture is opening up in the space in the strip plaza at 1375 N. Portage Path, tucked behind the BP gas station at the intersection with Merriman Road. http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/food/food-notes-sushi-place-tries-tough-spot-in-merriman-valley-september-is-downtown-akron-restaurant-month-gervasi-releases-wines-from-grapes-grown-in-canton-lots-of-tomatoes-at-howe-meadow-1.618905

Ripper’s Rock House is now Traveler’s Tavern: Same owners, different vibe By Rich Heldenfels Beacon Journal popular culture writer Published: August 25, 2015 - 05:00 PM | Updated: August 25, 2015 - 05:18 PM Over the weekend, drivers along Manchester Road were greeted by a new sign at an old location. Ripper’s Rock House, the bar and restaurant owned by Tim “Ripper” Owens and Micah Posten, now calls itself Tim Owens’ Traveler’s Restaurant. http://www.ohio.com/entertainment/rich-heldenfels/ripper-s-rock-house-is-now-traveler-s-tavern-same-owners-different-vibe-1.618890#

Where did I hear about this??? Montrose area of Bath may get a Melt Bar & Grilled; regional chain eyes former Friendly's site By Katie Byard Published: August 18, 2015 Melt Bar & Grilled, the regional grilled-cheese chain that has a bit of a cult following, plans to move into the old Friendly's location at 3921 Medina Road (state Route 18), in the busy Montrose retail area of Bath Township. > Folks with Melt, headquartered in Cleveland, couldn't be immediately reached for comment, but Bath zoning inspector William Funk said he understands Melt wants to open in the spot by sometime late this year or early next year. Melt is seeking various zoning approvals from the township. http://www.ohio.com/blogs/your-business/your-business-1.567844/montrose-area-of-bath-may-get-a-melt-bar-grilled-regional-chain-eyes-former-friendly-s-site-1.617155

Former Rolling Acres Mall again scheduled for sheriff’s sale By Betty Lin-Fisher Beacon Journal business writer Published: August 18, 2015 - 02:26 PM http://www.ohio.com/business/lin-fisher/former-rolling-acres-mall-again-scheduled-for-sheriff-s-sale-1.617170

UA to close last remaining stores inside Quaker Square, General Store and NewsStand Comics By Betty Lin-Fisher Beacon Journal business writer Published: August 18, 2015 - 02:06 PM | Updated: August 18, 2015 - 03:37 PM http://www.ohio.com/news/break-news/ua-to-close-last-remaining-stores-inside-quaker-square-general-store-and-newsstand-comics-1.617164

UA to close last remaining stores inside Quaker Square, General Store and NewsStand Comics amid budget cuts By Betty Lin-Fisher Beacon Journal business writer Published: August 18, 2015 - 02:06 PM | Updated: August 18, 2015 - 03:19 PM The last original retail store in the former Quaker Square hotel is closing. The Quaker Square General Store and NewsStand Comics is currently operating a going-out-of-business sale, marking all items 25 percent off. The last day will be Sept. 18, said Kris Duey, the lone employee left at the store. http://www.ohio.com/news/break-news/ua-to-close-last-remaining-stores-inside-quaker-square-general-store-and-newsstand-comics-amid-budget-cuts-1.617164

Menards delaying Cuyahoga Falls store for one more year By Paula Schleis Beacon Journal staff writer Published: August 12, 2015 - 03:52 PM CUYAHOGA FALLS: Fans of Menards will have to wait an extra year for the home improvement chain to open a new local store. The company has pushed the opening of a Graham Road location to 2017, Mayor Don Walters said. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/menards-delaying-cuyahoga-falls-store-for-one-more-year-1.615651

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Cuyahoga Falls Chestnut Trailhead work to begin By Gina Mace Special to the Beacon Journal Published: August 1, 2015 - 07:37 PM CUYAHOGA FALLS: Work will soon begin on plans for a trail that will connect the entrance to Gorge Metro Park to South Front Street at Chestnut Boulevard. The city is partnering with Summit Metro Parks to create the Cuyahoga Falls Chestnut Trailhead. This is part of a larger plan, called Gorge Terrace, which will create a pedestrian-friendly parkway enticing bicyclists and walkers with new sidewalks and a bike lane. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/cuyahoga-falls-chestnut-trailhead-work-to-begin-1.612722

Food notes: Mexican street food coming to downtown Akron; wine dinner at Papa Joe’s; singles event at Acme; win a year of fine dining By Katie Byard Beacon Journal staff writer Published: July 28, 2015 - 05:14 PM | Updated: July 29, 2015 - 03:19 PM El Gato Taqueria is the name of a small Mexican “street food” joint set to open around September in downtown Akron, next to the Lockview, across from Lock 3 park. Danny Basone, owner of the Lockview at 207 S. Main St., known for its wide selection of grilled-cheese sandwiches, said he’s always wanted to open a second place, and the vacancy next door kept calling him. http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/food/food-notes-mexican-street-food-coming-to-downtown-akron-wine-dinner-at-papa-joe-s-singles-event-at-acme-win-a-year-of-fine-dining-1.611581 Also, substantial rumors of a new cheese restaurant in Montrose, of the MELTed variety....

They have a Development department and duly noted the Associate VP of Development just retired. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/ua-posts-list-of-jobs-abolished-remains-quiet-about-plans-to-adapt-1.611961 The Development Department is part of the Advnacement Division. The VP for Advancement oversees Development, as well as Enrollment (so, is basically responsible for almost all of the university's operating budget). Gotcha, thanks.

Maybe The Mustard Seed has decided to cut all of their prices by 30% to be more like TJ's but just haven't told anyone yet;). I worked at the MSM in Montrose when they did their first expansion back in '94 or '95 when they were the only game in town for organic food. I loved it at the time. They definitely fit a niche market for decades, that now is not so "niche". My beef is when they were selected as the grocery for Highland Square, they said they would cater to the area and offer more everyday, regular items and brands, which they have not. The bar / eatery area is one of the best atmospheres in Akron and the patio is THE best. A definite asset just for that.

They have a Development department and duly noted the Associate VP of Development just retired. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/ua-posts-list-of-jobs-abolished-remains-quiet-about-plans-to-adapt-1.611961

Thanks for not making us get out our dictionaries as well. :wave:

Roth, though, thinks Whole Foods might not hurt Mustard Seed because the two stores have different formats. She said Mustard Seed is more like a Trader Joe’s — convenient and easy, with everything needed to make a meal readily available. HUH??

Whole Foods confirms plans for West Akron; some concerned store might hurt new Mustard Seed By Stephanie Warsmith Beacon Journal staff writer Published: July 29, 2015 - 05:06 PM | Updated: July 30, 2015 - 07:37 AM One of the worst-kept retail secrets in recent history is out: Whole Foods is coming to West Akron. The developer of a new retail complex that will be built where West Point Market now stands had been unwilling to name the organic grocery store that will anchor the site. City officials and many others thought Whole Foods was that retailer, and a marketing piece showed it as the store’s name. http://www.ohio.com/news/break-news/whole-foods-confirms-plans-for-west-akron-some-concerned-store-might-hurt-new-mustard-seed-1.611855#

Everybody wanted to shop at the new Mustard Seed too as we were told there would be more affordable items available than their typical store....nope. If someone who lives in Copley doesn't already shop at Earth Fare, I find it hard to believe they would go to this location. It's not that convenient to get to.

Sure people want to live near a Whole Foods, but the types of people in that class are also more concerned with walkability and most importantly good schools and neighborhoods. Also there is already a Whole Foods in Akron, it's called Earth Fare in Montrose, where is can support the traffic demand. I will admit, I'm really expounding my case of NIMBY, which I am typically against.

It takes more than a few days to design a project of this magnitude. You don't get national tenants by flashing a couple of fancy renderings on the news and in the newspaper. They are a large corporation who knows how to get national anchors. I'm sure they are in talks with a lot of potentials.

It's only preliminary. I'm sure we'll see a lawn fit in there somehow by time the final plans are out... It looks like it was more a response to the site constraints. The CIMP was a full city block to work with.

A couple posters touched on my thoughts. The existing building, while is a solid wall along W. Market, still created a sense of place in front with a slight stepback from the road with trees which was nice for people waiting for the bus. The height was respective of the area and related to the road stepback I just mentioned. Also, the cafe addition added some much needed life and engagement to the street side. Grocery stores in general are focused inwards and are not conducive to transparency. The new Mustard Seed in Highland Sq. is another example of this. It's focused inward and at the intersection is solid walls on two streets. I don't blame West Point for taking what I would assume was a nice payout. What West Point provided was a locally owned, family operated, unique shopping experience in Akron. There really is no need for another grocery in the area sandwiched between an Acme which provides the essentials and the new Mustard Seed which is more organic commodities. Both of which again, are locally owned businesses. They also mentioned creating more jobs. I don't see how they are going to "create" jobs, rather just transplant them from one of the other grocers that I just mentioned. There are no more housing developments or different transportation routes planned that would demand more jobs to a grocery. Look at the rendering of W. Market and the side of the "Organic Foods Market". If the people are the correct scale, the building will be 25-30 feet tall. It is also roughly 10-15 feet from the road, a sidewalk and planting bed. Very out of scale for the surroundings. The strip malls on the lot look like they are from "Anytown, USA". Very bland, unoriginal and unispiring. Also, there is again a building scale issue. They appear very tall and we have now created a "vehicle tunnel" on both sides of the site. The "tabletop traffic calming" was basically a way to say, we can't figure out what to do with this portion of land. While the existing gas station is nothing great, it is a necessity of life. The area is not walkable and no matter what they did with this land, it would not have improved Wallhaven in that aspect. Does any of that seem out of line?