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Akron council approves tax break for Goodyear redevelopment project; money will be put back into the project By Stephanie Warsmith Beacon Journal staff writer Akron City Council voted Monday to approve a tax break on the redevelopment of the former Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. property, following through with an agreement approved last summer with the developer. Council approved Tax-Increment Financing (TIF) for 30 years for the redevelopment of the old Goodyear headquarters, Goodyear Hall and former Goodyear medical center buildings. http://www.ohio.com/news/break-news/akron-council-approves-tax-break-for-goodyear-redevelopment-project-money-will-be-put-back-into-the-project-1.537895

Units could now be smaller also.

Yes, was going to mention that Pizza Fire. So is it a different owner than the Pronto that was in there before? Aqueduct Brewing: https://www.facebook.com/AqueductBrewing

Food notes: Twisted Olive to open in Green; Kirbie’s open house; tastings By Katie Byard Beacon Journal business writer Published: October 28, 2014 - 05:45 PM | Updated: October 29, 2014 - 12:41 PM This is one big twist on a house redo: Turn a sprawling early 1990s house into a splashy new eatery, Twisted Olive Italian American Kitchen. The much-anticipated restaurant — a spinoff of the popular Gervasi Vineyard in Canton — opens Monday in the wood-sided former home overlooking two small lakes that until recently was part of park property owned by the city of Green. http://www.ohio.com/business/food-notes-twisted-olive-to-open-in-green-kirbie-s-open-house-tastings-1.535945

Seven years after construction began, Heaven’s Gate is ready to open its doors By Colette M. Jenkins Beacon Journal religion writer Published: October 23, 2014 - 10:01 PM Calvin Guess spends his days working construction. Lately, he’s been using his carpentry skills as a volunteer, in his off time helping to get his church ready for its opening this weekend. The church — Heaven’s Gate Community Church, at 2095 Romig Road in Akron — will host an open house from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, more than seven years after construction began at the site. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/seven-years-after-construction-began-heaven-s-gate-is-ready-to-open-its-doors-1.534563

Yelper Gives New Restaurant One Star; Cleveland Owner Goes Ballistic October 21, 2014 5:11 PM This was the Yelpers review of Chef Bac Nguyen’s new Restaurant ‘Ninja City’ in University Circle (he also owns ‘Bac’ in Tremont) Via yelp.com Really hate to give this place such a low rating but I tell it like it is! http://q104.cbslocal.com/2014/10/21/yelper-gives-new-restaurant-one-star-cleveland-owner-goes-ballistic/

I noticed this really cool LED banding at the top of the two ends on E. Echange St. of the University Edge development. pffft. :shoot:

Thirsty Dog staying put in Akron for now By Rick Armon Beacon Journal staff writer Published: October 12, 2014 - 10:32 PM Thirsty Dog Brewing Co. is staying put in Akron for now — and the owners hope for the long term, too. Co-owner John Najeway said the company is investing “a couple million dollars” in an expansion at its location in the former Burkhardt Brewing Co. complex on Grant Street just south of the University of Akron campus. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/thirsty-dog-staying-put-in-akron-for-now-1.531205

I was able to visit the site of the new Akron Children's Hospital building. The inside is still fairly raw. They don't have many finishes in yet. I should have gotten a shot of the atrium but I forgot. The views out though are great.

Twisted Olive update The much-anticipated opening of the Twisted Olive Italian American Kitchen, located in Green’s Southgate/Boettler Park, is Nov. 3, reports General Manager Scott Swaldo. The 300-plus seat eatery, owned by the Swaldo family of Gervasi Vineyard in Canton, is inside the Belden Lodge, formerly owned by the city of Green. The restaurant will feature wines from Gervasi, natch. http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/dinners/food-notes-sausage-fest-in-peninsula-twisted-olive-in-green-sets-opening-lots-of-wine-tastings-1.525107

With all of the great food options in Cleveland, including Sokolowski's (not German but similar), this would be far down the list of places I would go for the food. I ate at the one in Vegas and would not go back. It's a destination for the atmosphere.

Who was the design Architect?

New Visual Arts Building: http://foe.kent.edu/school-of-art/the-building/ College of Applied Engineering: http://foe.kent.edu/college-of-applied-engineering-sustainability-and-technology/the-building/

Great, this will blend seamlessly with the new College of Architecture right next to it. :shoot: :shoot:

This was looked at one time. I'm not sure whey they stopped, but with the expansion last year I highly doubt they are going to move now.

Sports bar coming A hooley is an Irish party. It’s also the name of a young chain of sports bars, that will soon enter the Summit County market. Hooley House Sports Pub & Grille, with three locations in Northeast Ohio, plans to open sometime early next year in the former Steak on a Stone restaurant on “Restaurant Hill,” off state Route 18 in Copley Township. http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/dinners/food-notes-wine-samples-in-akron-area-are-free-sometimes-ido-celebrates-oktoberfest-1.523249

Nobody's brought this up yet?! HOF, leaders exploring creating Hall of Fame Village with NFL support Todd Porter CantonRep.com sports writer Posted Sep. 13, 2014 @ 10:25 pm Stark County’s crown jewel soon might no longer be the only gem in the jewelry box. Leaders of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton City Schools, private investors and business leaders have commissioned a study to see what it would take to turn the Hall of Fame into more than a campus. Where the Hall of Fame Village idea leads is unknown until an international feasibility group completes its study next month. A key part of that study would examine the addition of a four-star hotel and conference center to the Hall of Fame grounds. Read more: http://www.cantonrep.com/article/20140913/News/140919619#ixzz3DWq1pAhx

University of Akron psychology museum to expand with $3.5 million donation By Carol Biliczky Beacon Journal staff writer Published: September 5, 2014 - 09:43 PM Just four years ago, the University of Akron moved its psychology archives from a humble basement in a campus building to the new Center for the History of Psychology. Now UA is expanding the museum almost sixfold thanks to a $3.5 million gift from psychologist Nicholas A. Cummings, 90, and his wife, Dorothy M., of Reno, Nev. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/university-of-akron-psychology-museum-to-expand-with-3-5-million-donation-1.520097

Downtown Akron Restaurant Week! http://www.downtownakron.com/enjoy/downtown-akron-restaurant-week

It's been a very slow process. I thought he had to have half of the project built by the end of this year to meet the agreements of the tax credits, but he must have worked something out.

University Edge is nearly finished. Students have moved in and Chipotle and Penn Station are open. The architectural design is nothing special, but they really got the urban design of the buildings right. It pushes right up to the sidewalk.

Square Fest 2014 September 6, 2014 11am to 7pm Presented by Mustard Seed Market & Cafe Highland Square | Akron, Ohio West Market Street between Portage Path & Grand Avenue Square Fest at Dark - featuring music by Acid Cats & Shivering Timbers 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. {Event Details} The City of Akron is proud to present Square Fest - a festival that showcases the diverse neighborhood of Highland Square. Square Fest will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2014 from 11am-7pm in the heart of Highland Square on West Market Street between Portage Path and Grand Avenue. Square Fest will feature artists, interactive children's activities, community booths, and a competition for Akron's best pizza! There will also be an After Square Concert from 7-9pm The festival will also feature a wide variety of local entertainment with a main stage at the center of our footprint, a family stage at the west end, a fusion stage at Casterton & W. Market Street, and several indoor stages with participating merchants. There will also be many roaming street performers. Street parking will be available nearby and free lots will also be provided. http://www.akronsquarefest.org/

ROAR ALONG THE SHORE Tomorrow, Friday the 5th! http://emails.ticketleap.com/2014/9/4/9beb719b-d421-4c83-a9db-87ded2136b3a/index.html Hi everyone! So I'm sad to say it's the end of Summer, but happy to report that this means it's time for this year's ROAR ALONG THE SHORE!!!! I just wanted to pop into your inbox and give you a few last minute tips! If you've bought your tickets already...you rule! PRINT YOUR TICKET AND BRING WITH YOU...it is how you gain access to the boat! If you haven't yet printed your ticket, you can log back into ticketleap and print your previously purchased ticket at any time. If you haven't yet purchased your ticket, the price goes up tomorrow! Buy now: RoarAlongTheShore.ticketleap.com Temperatures always drop when out on the water at night, so consider layers or a jacket. Arrive HUNGRY! Touch Taco Truck and 1-2 others will be on site to feed you both before and after the cruise. DON'T BE LATE! The boat waits for no one! The Stereo Workers Union will be entertaining us on the dock before we board the boat so there is plenty of reason to be early! We suggest you arrive by 8pm. The boat does not return to dock until Midnight. Tell your friends to buy their tickets now as the price goes up the day of the show...which is tomorrow :-) Cool event, I was able to attend last year and would recommend it!

So there will be some free space in less than two years? Good to know.