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Very disrespectful to the Mizz! 😅

What has Cleveland hosted lately? RNC, NBA All-Star Game, MLB All-Star Game, NCAA Women's Finals, NFL Draft. I'm sure people said they wouldn't get any of those too.

'When's the Acme coming?' New Acme planned in Medina 18 years after land purchase Patrick Williams Akron Beacon Journal The city of Medina has approved plans for a more than 56,000-square-foot Acme Fresh Market grocery-pharmacy at the corner of state Route 3 and High Point Drive. The Albrecht family owns Akron-based Acme and Albrecht Inc., the commercial real estate business behind the project. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2024/03/29/new-acme-fresh-market-coming-to-medina/73106626007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=Content List - Stacking - optimized&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

Thursday, March 21, 2024 Dan O'Brien Company Selects Niles Site for $435M Anode Manufacturing Plant NILES, Ohio – A company that develops graphite anode materials used in batteries for electric vehicles and other energy storage devices says it wants to build an advanced materials plant here that would initially create 160 jobs. The first phase would require a capital investment of approximately $435 million and would create 160 jobs, the company said, adding it is “considering various project financing options.” The Ohio facility plans to produce synthetic graphite anode active materials, while the manufacturing of natural graphite materials would be added as soon as feedstock from the company’s mining operations near Nome, Alaska, is available, the company said. https://businessjournaldaily.com/company-selects-niles-site-for-435m-anode-manufacturing-plant/?utm_source=Youngstown+Publishing+Company&utm_campaign=0787e1f470-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_10_8_2020_10_2_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_d70048470c-0787e1f470-383892683

Man that thing is ugly.

Turkeyfoot Lake Golf Links developer Tim Adkins buys Crouse farm land in Green Alan Ashworth Akron Beacon Journal Local businessman Tim Adkins said Tuesday he has added to his Portage Lakes holdings with the purchase of a section of the Crouse family farm in Green. Adkins, who owns The Basement restaurants and the Upper Deck in New Franklin, said he signed papers Monday to purchase 27.5 acres of the historical farm. The land includes about 1,800 feet of frontage on the lakes, he said. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2024/03/13/water-9-developer-reaches-deal-for-27-5-acres-of-crouse-farm-in-green/72942369007/?utm_source=nabj-newsletter_dailybriefing&utm_content=daily briefing - akron&utm_campaign=newsletter_dailybriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_term=adhoc https://maps.app.goo.gl/NWaJkd9ATGpmsDZr8 https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/10/31/historic-portage-lakes-crouse-farm-property-for-sale-in-green/71305382007/

Take a culinary trip to Mexico at Akron's new Los Cabos Mexican Restaurant | Local Flavor Craig Webb Akron Beacon Journal There's something about spring and the hint of the warmer weather ahead that makes me wistful for the tropics. And since hopping on a plane at the Akron-Canton Airport isn't exactly in the cards right now, a trip to a fun restaurant can be the next best, and more affordable, thing. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/03/13/new-mexican-restaurant-akron-los-cabos-wallhaven/72945499007/?utm_source=nabj-newsletter_dailybriefing&utm_content=daily briefing - akron&utm_campaign=newsletter_dailybriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_term=adhoc

You leave Marilyn Hagerty out of this! https://www.cbsnews.com/news/grand-forks-olive-garden-review-goes-viral/

This is interesting. This is just an application as part of a competitive process at this point. In recent years about 30-40% of the applications are approved for funding. Testa Enterprises, Inc. is proposing the development of the Residences at Ascend, a 71 modern apartment community in downtown Akron. The development will be part of the Ascend Akron redevelopment of the former Akron City Centre Hotel, originally constructed as a Holiday Inn in 1971. Residences of Ascend will provide 71 one-, two- , & three bedroom apartments on floors 4-11 of the 19-story building. The remaining portions of the building will be developed for market rate apartments and community amenities. Residents of Ascend Akron will have free access to all amenities of the Ascend Akron residential community, including a 19th floor pool with panoramic views of Akron, an underground parking deck with 225 dedicated spaces, a 2000 ft2 fitness center, recreation room, and a plaza level restaurant https://ohiohome.org/ppd/proposals/2024/9-Percent/NewAffordability-GeneralOccupancy/ResidencesatAscend.pdf

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 Dan O'Brien City Hears Proposal for Sports Betting Expansion at Covelli Centre YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Phantom Fireworks is proposing a partnership with the city to construct a 20,000-square-foot addition to Covelli Centre that would include a restaurant and retail sportsbook operation, representatives of the company said Tuesday evening. “We see this as a stepping stone to further development for the city,” said Michael Podolsky of Phantom Fireworks. “Being able to do this and make it work and hopefully attract more businesses downtown is our long-term goal.” https://businessjournaldaily.com/city-hears-proposal-for-sports-betting-expansion-at-covelli-centre/?utm_source=Youngstown+Publishing+Company&utm_campaign=cdd437a22a-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_10_8_2020_10_2_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_d70048470c-cdd437a22a-383892683

What's happening at the Akron Baptist Church site? City provides demolition update Derek Kreider Akron Beacon Journal Akron's plan to level the site of one of the country's first megachurches is moving full speed ahead. The former Akron Baptist Temple campus, most recently known as The Word Church, is just a few weeks away from demolition, Mayor Shammas Malik confirmed Tuesday alongside several city officials. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2024/03/07/akron-baptist-temple-site-demolition-will-begin-march-20-city-says/72762167007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=Content List - Stacking - optimized&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

Good Company in Akron elevates casual food in casually beautiful atmosphere | Local Flavor Kerry Clawson Akron Beacon Journal Good Company is a casually glamorous spot to hang out and dine in Akron. The vibe was cool and lively during a visit Monday night to Akron's newest restaurant, located in a 120-year-old West Hill building that was formerly home to the Spotted Owl. For dinner, we sat in a fabulous green velvet booth set in a front bay window with a vintage Murano glass chandelier above, which made us feel like royalty. Believe it or not, amid this finery, Good Company is a hot spot for wings, burgers and milkshakes. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/03/06/good-company-akron-restaurant-review-casual-food-beautiful-atmosphere/72763256007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

Seems like the NIMBY's were out in full force... Cuyahoga Falls puts Merriman Valley Master Plan on hold over apartment concerns Anthony Thompson Akron Beacon Journal While Akron City Council recently voted to adopt a new zoning code for its portion of the Merriman Valley - Schumacher master plan, the Cuyahoga Falls Planning Commission decided to table talks on the issue to iron out a few details. Dozens of local residents turned out to a Planning Commission meeting last month to argue against voting the plan forward to Cuyahoga Falls City Council for final approval. The Planning Commission decided to table talks regarding the city's zoning plan over concerns about apartments near single-family homes, as well as wanting to be provided with an overlay of Akron's zoning changes for reference. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2024/03/04/cuyahoga-falls-tables-merriman-valley-master-plan-talks-northhampton/72758747007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=Content List - Stacking - optimized&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

That would be a great get!

'When can I write you a check?': Interest soars in Water 9 development in Portage Lakes Alan Ashworth Akron Beacon Journal When local businessman and novice developer Tim Adkins went public earlier this month about his plans for Turkeyfoot Lake Golf Links, he expected some interest in the Water 9 project on nine holes of the golf course. The Portage Lakes course had been the target of a national developer with plans for 470 homes crammed onto the 27-hole course. One lot, No. 34, has sold at $650,000, although the others remain on hold until plans gel further. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2024/02/26/turkeyfoot-lake-homes-project-attracts-big-response-for-tim-adkins-plx-portage-lakes-water-9/72701375007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

Ravenna to amp plans for police, fire departments Diane Smith Ravenna Record-Courier Ravenna soon will turn its attention to planning a new building for the city's safety forces. In 2022, the city purchased the 5-acre site of the former Ravenna High School on East Main Street with the intent to build a new safety center and City Hall. The old high school was demolished in 2012 and 2013. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/local/2024/02/14/ravenna-looks-to-plan-new-building-for-police-fire-departments/72570629007/?utm_source=record-courier-daily-briefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dailybriefing&utm_term=Content List - Stacking - optimized&utm_content=nrec-kentravenna-nletter65

Turkeyfoot Lake Golf Links owner plans 80 houses for property, including 1 for himself Alan Ashworth Akron Beacon Journal The owner of Turkeyfoot Lake Golf Links has unveiled his plans for the first phase of a development on the New Franklin side of the golf course. Local businessman Tim Adkins purchased the property about a year ago, promising to preserve 18 holes of the 27-hole golf course while developing lakefront property in New Franklin. According to Summit County property records, Adkins paid about $8.15 million for the site. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2024/02/14/turkeyfoot-lake-golf-links-unveils-first-phase-of-development-plans-new-franklin/72584979007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

What we know about the sale of the former FedEx building in Green Alan Ashworth Akron Beacon Journal When FedEx Custom Critical moved to Richfield Village last year, it left a 262,000-square-foot structure in the heart of Green needing a major tenant or tenants. That problem will get some new attention after the sale of the Boettler Road property to Green Ambassador Midwest, a company formed to acquire the massive structure. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2024/02/12/green-ambassador-midwest-buys-former-fedex-custom-critical-building-j-scott-scheel-boettler-road/72539347007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

New phase I guess...

Millions of state funding headed to Portage County for Kent State, health care, more Diane Smith Ravenna Record-Courier The largest share of Portage County's funding is headed to Kent State University, which is slated to receive more than $20 million for various projects on the Kent campus and nearly $30 million throughout its eight-campus system. Kent projects include improvements to White Hall, the KSU library and elevators throughout the campus. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/local/2024/02/08/millions-of-state-funds-slated-for-kent-state-health-care-in-portage/72509374007/?utm_source=record-courier-daily-briefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dailybriefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=nrec-kentravenna-nletter65

Millions of state funding headed to Portage County for Kent State, health care, more Diane Smith Ravenna Record-Courier Millions of dollars are headed to Portage County as part of a huge allocation of COVID-19 funds by the statehouse. Ohio is sitting on $700 million in cash thanks to a federal funding tsunami during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Ohio House and Ohio Senate agreed that each chamber would decide how $350 million would be spent. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/local/2024/02/08/millions-of-state-funds-slated-for-kent-state-health-care-in-portage/72509374007/?utm_source=record-courier-daily-briefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dailybriefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=nrec-kentravenna-nletter65

Streetsboro Council gets look at new city hall plan Diane Smith Ravenna Record-Courier Streetsboro is preparing to start construction on its long-awaited city hall after more than five years of conducting city business in a rented space. City Council got its first look at renderings for the proposed 14,500-square-foot municipal building planned for the state Route 43 property near the city fire station. Mayor Glenn Broska said construction is expected to start in June and take about 15 months. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/local/2024/02/04/streetsboro-city-council-gets-first-look-at-new-city-hall-plans/72438584007/?utm_source=record-courier-daily-briefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dailybriefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=nrec-kentravenna-nletter65

Gotta get those pesky buildings down for greenspace!

Square Scullery, opening Thursday in North Hill, wants guests to feel like they're at home Kerry Clawson Akron Beacon Journal "Really cool environment. Eccentric. Creative. Welcoming. Warm." Those are the words that guest Chrissy Macso used to describe Square Scullery during a soft opening Monday night at the restaurant's new North Hill location. Monday was the restaurant's second soft opening event for friends and family before Square Scullery's grand opening Thursday. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/01/31/square-scullery-north-hill-akron-grand-opening-thursday/72360967007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=Content List - Stacking - optimized&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65 We went to Cuyahoga Falls’ newest downtown restaurants. Here’s what to get Tawney Beans Akron Beacon Journal Boss ChickNBeer, known for its chicken wings and plant-based menu, opened Jan. 9 in downtown Cuyahoga Falls. Thulung Boba House, known for its bubble tea and bubble waffles, opened Jan. 5 in downtown Cuyahoga Falls. There’s something about Cuyahoga Falls that’s drawing restaurants to its downtown. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/01/31/boss-chicknbeer-thulung-boba-house-open-front-street-cuyahoga-falls/72269429007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=Content List - Stacking - optimized&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

I thought a while back they said it was going to be a parking lot. I could be wrong.