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Let's hope some of those Berges projects get built. Definitely some nice looking designs.

Makes total sense. That place is a sleeping giant given the location and all the underused land. And now that NIMBY woman is gone too, so the city doesn't have an excuse to wimp out like it did with the Telesis proposal along the rapid tracks. Here's an example. This company is buying up property in Duck Island to provide green housing: http://www.bergesllc.com/ Take a look at the "Two-Low-Energy-Houses" presentation. Interesting, I wonder what the ROI is on this, because it's not cheap to construct like that. Page 17 I think they have a little terminology mistake. They note an "air-barrier" below their slab insulation. I assume they mean vapor barrier. Not too much wind below your basement. Graywater system is nice, I wouldn't want the heating/cooling system they have though. VRF (variable refrigerant flow)

Dunkin’ Donuts opens today in Kent; construction has begun for new Falls location on State Road By Betty Lin-Fisher Beacon Journal business writer Six years ago today, Ken Blum and his partners opened their first Dunkin’ Donuts store on Graham Road in Cuyahoga Falls. Today, Blum opens his 15th store, this one in Kent on Main Street. He has another under construction in Cuyahoga Falls and two more in Broadview Heights and Parma. http://www.ohio.com/news/break-news/dunkin-donuts-opens-today-in-kent-construction-has-begun-for-new-falls-location-on-state-road-1.442374

Better not be or some sign maker has to go back to spelling class! Are you thinking the "h" isn't there in "The"? Honestly, I think it's just because it's hard to read. At least from the angle in the picture.

North Canton demolishes former ‘NoCaHi’ By Dottie McGrew Special to the Beacon Journal NORTH CANTON: Within the next few days, little, if anything, will remain of the former North Canton High School on Charlotte Street. Demolition began last week with interior work; walls are coming down this week. Hoover Sideliners, the high school booster club, plans to collect the bricks and sell them to raise funds for athletic programs. The demolition site is too dangerous to allow the public to gather bricks, district Business Manager Todd Henne said. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/north-canton-demolishes-former-nocahi-1.440905

Photos look stock, and yes, one could associate the Laurel Wreath on their logo with the Greek culture as well. Menu does not impress me. Looks like one of those cheap Italian chains like Fazoli's. There used to be one in Chapel Hill and also one called East Side Mario's. Neither of which made it.

Retail space opening up in Fairlawn Published: October 23, 2013 - 06:36 PM A prime real-estate area along West Market Street in Fairlawn is getting a new retail building, even though there’s no one slated to move in. Area developer/construction contractor Todd Ederer said he’s confident the brick, stone, glass and steel structure next to Rockne’s restaurant and east of Miller Road, will attract one or more tenants. http://www.ohio.com/business/retail-space-opening-up-in-fairlawn-1.439384

Request for Qualifications (Architect / Engineer) F110-02v0813 Publish Date: October 23, Project Name: Cleveland State Master Plan Cleveland State University is seeking proposals from qualified Professional Campus Planner/Designer Services for the development of a comprehensive Master Plan, includi ng Landscape and Signage Plans, for its urban campus. The planning process is to be integrated with the University 's mission, values, and expectations statements. The planning process is to be inclusive, incorporating the input of a variet y of internal and external constituencies. The planning process is to be data-driven, relying on a thorough analysis of the University's existing l and and facilities, followed by the specific targeting of space needs and other opportunities for development throughout the main campus. The project will have three phases. Phase 1 is gathering of data, interviews and facility conditions assessments including environmental. Phase 2 will be setting goals and objectives, visioning and priority setting. Phase 3 will be developing the final plan including site utilization, and phasing. The selected Consultant Team should be qualified to develop physical master planning scenarios; development guidelines, assess space needs; develop campus signage/way-finding; develop landscape master plan scenarios; conduct circulation analyses; evaluate infrastructure needs; assess bicycle, pedestrian and vehicular circulation; develop broad phasing scenarios; and build consensus among the campus community. The Master Plan should also include efforts toward sustainable energy, conservation, “green” building design, and updated ADA requirements. Additionally,the Master Plan will address issues and decisions facing the University related to STUDENT SUCCESS, STEM, and RESEARCH in the (0-5 years) the short term, (5-10 years) mid-term, and (10-15 years) time frames. The University will look to the successful team to develop an engaging and highly inclusive process. The team will be asked to provide a schedule and all expertise needed to develop a comprehensive Campus Master Plan. http://ofcc.ohio.gov/Portals/0/Documents/OhioReg/10232013%20RFQ%20CLS-131352.pdf

Aeros to add sit-down restaurant to Akron stadium; city to provide financing help By Stephanie Warsmith Beacon Journal staff writer Move over hot dogs. Step aside Cracker Jack. Canal Park stadium will offer more than the traditional ballpark food starting next spring. Akron Aeros owner Ken Babby provided details this week — and received financing help from the city — for a new, sit-down restaurant at the downtown baseball stadium. The “all-American” grill, which has not yet been named, will offer breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. It will be open year-round, not just during the team’s season. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/aeros-to-add-sit-down-restaurant-to-akron-stadium-city-to-provide-financing-help-1.439120

Stark State seems to think it is.

There is a reason there is not a B Spot Downtown. I assume it's the "suburban allure" of driving your car to it and parking in the lot outside of the strip mall. It seems to be a no-brainer to me to put one Downtown, but maybe they don't want the competition.

Nuevo posted some pictures on 10/16 on their Facebook page . They still have a long way to go. I don't think they will be open by Thanksgiving, but they could be open in December. The new place next to House of Hunan is going to be called Pronto's Cibo Italiano Restaurant. I have not seen anything about any dates for it yet.

Aeros Unveil New Restaurant Plans To City Council Featured Written by Mike Ward Akron Aeros owner Ken Babby thinks he'll hit a home run with a new restaurant at Canal Park. Babby announced his plans at Akron City Council on Monday. He says that the restaurant will have "Akron centric" artwork and plenty of TVs to catch both Aeros games and other sports action. But Babby says that it won't be "just another sports bar". http://www.akronnewsnow.com/news/local/item/128782-aeros-unveil-new-restaurant-plans-to-city-council

Akron Children’s Hospital expansion ahead of schedule By Cheryl Powell Beacon Journal medical writer The $180 million expansion to Akron Children’s Hospital is ahead of schedule and under budget. The seven-story addition to the downtown hospital campus is now expected to be finished Feb. 20, 2015 — two months earlier than originally planned, said Grace Wakulchik, the hospital’s chief operating officer. “And we’re hoping it will be earlier than that,” she said. http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/akron-children-s-hospital-expansion-ahead-of-schedule-1.438839

Are you really against more "rib ticklers" and "fling dings"?

Burke Lakefront Airport getting face-lift By Daryl V. Rowland Special to the Beacon Journal Published: October 17, 2013 - 07:47 PM CLEVELAND: Burke Lakefront Airport, the public airport located on the waterfront in downtown Cleveland, is undergoing exterior renovations to be completed in the next several weeks. Improvements include repainting the terminal building, removing the canopy covering the front terminal walkway, redoing the landscaping, and adding window tinting and new LED lighting on a building exterior facade and walkway. http://www.ohio.com/business/burke-lakefront-airport-getting-face-lift-1.437700

Plans in Avon for Bo Jackson sports training center could spur other development off Interstate 90 Michael Sangiacomo, The Plain Dealer By Michael Sangiacomo, The Plain Dealer AVON, Ohio -- Former football and baseball superstar Bo Jackson is planning a $6 million sports training facility in Avon, and city officials are confident it will pave the way for further development in the area off Interstate 90. Avon City Council unanimously approved the $1 sale of a 9-acre tract of land for the Bo Jackson Elite Sports Development training center, a business and political coup de grace for outgoing mayor Jim Smith. http://www.cleveland.com/avon/index.ssf/2013/10/avon_approves_bo_jackson_sport.html

missed this news: New Portage Crossing Tenants Announced; Symon's B Spot 'Backing Off' Developer Stark Enterprises has confirmed new businesses have signed onto Portage Crossing with many more business deals in the works. Posted by John Deike (Editor) , May 07, 2013 at 06:22 PM Good news is, several new businesses have either signed on, or are close to finalizing deals with developer Stark Enterprises for the proposed Portage Crossing marketplace. Bad news is, Michael Symon's B Spot and Panera Bread might be walking away from the project. At Monday night's Cuyahoga Falls City Council meeting, Stark Enterprises COO Steve Rubin offered a glimpse at the site plan, saying Best Cuts, Cinemark, Fashion Nails, Giant Eagle and Pet Supplies Plus had officially signed onto the project. http://cuyahogafalls.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/new-portage-crossing-tenants-announced-symon-s-b-spotfc011babd0 Looks like Burger Fi will take the place of B Spot. Cuyahoga Falls Council tables means to acquire liquor licenses 10/17/2013 - West Side Leader By Emily Chesnic At least four restaurants, including Burger Fi and possibly Aladdin’s, are set to locate in Portage Crossing, and these establishments could include full bars, city officials reported. Community Development Director Susan Truby said the developer, Stark Enterprises, could better market Portage Crossing to potential restaurants with the community entertainment district in place. http://akron.com/akron-ohio-community-news.asp?aID=20768

To be fair, there is a dece one at the Wyndham in Playhouse Sq. and w xyz at Aloft. Also, had a few chardonnays in the Renaissance lounge after a bum's wedding reception. Not too shabby.

Is this finished? You can't even read the lettering.

AUDIO Cuyahoga Falls Entertainment District Featured Written by Chris Keppler A long-planned development in Cuyahoga Falls could go beyond retail stores mixed with a couple of restaurants. City Development Director Sue Truby says Stark Enterprises has filed a Community Entertainment District application for the entire 26-acre Portage Crossing development. That does not mean, according to Truby, that Portage Crossing will be full of bars. She says the number of licenses is still limited, but the entertainment district designation also opens the door to museums, art houses, movie theaters or even a sports facility. Truby says the city is pushing Stark Enterprises to bring in a larger-scale restaurant to the development. http://www.akronnewsnow.com/news/local/item/126191-audio-cuyahoga-falls-entertainment-district

Me too, but it has already failed once: http://www.urbanohio.com/forum2/index.php/topic,3151.msg502890.html#msg502890

Developers eye Chippewa Lake Park as entertainment spot By Phil Trexler Beacon Journal staff writer Published: October 14, 2013 - 08:29 PM | Updated: October 15, 2013 - 10:53 AM Two brothers with lifelong ties to Chippewa Lake Park are seeking investors to turn the shuttered land back into an outdoor entertainment venue. Scott and Brian Jones said their plans call for a pavilion and outdoor seating for 8,000 to host 30 musical acts a year. Their plans also call for 300 campsites on 30 wooded acres and an open-air market for more than 100 vendors. http://www.ohio.com/news/developers-eye-chippewa-lake-park-as-entertainment-spot-1.436843

Tear Down Clears Mustard Seed Path Featured Written by Amani Abraham A retail building, which has remained vacant since the day it was built about five years ago, is being torn down to make room for a new grocery store in Highland Square. Adele Roth, economic development director for Akron, says the city bought the building for more than $400,000 from Albrecht Inc., but the city is unable to use the building because it's not big enough for Mustard Seed Market. The building sits on the future site of Mustard Seed Market at the corner of West Market Street and Portage Path. http://www.akronnewsnow.com/news/local/item/125655-tear-down-clears-mustard-seed-path

For Beachland to say the construction is the only result of their attendance lag is irresponsible. The street is a real mess and I don't see why the Beachland wouldn't also be hurt like the other businesses across the board. Because, I would assume, most of the other businesses serve the local community. The sausage shop for example, I'm not going to drive from Akron to get sausage from there, but I have driven to that area to see a show.