July 28, 2010
MOVING FORWARD: Huntington Positive & Progressive
By Tony Rutherford
Huntingtonnews.net Reporter
Huntington, WV (HNN) – Huntington Mayor Kim Wolfe , his administration and council have accented a “moving forward” theme. HNN introduces an occasional column wherein we assemble some of the good things that have happened, which may have been overshadowed by other developments.
BUSINESS
In case the heat waves and wetness has kept you away from downtown Huntington, there are a number of new restaurants to try. The Thai House has opened in the former Moe’s location at Pullman Square. It has entrees for under $10. This family run business has soothing art on the walls, table cloths, fresh flowers at the table and certain dishes served in the shape of the animal of choice.
Across the street, Third and Ninth Deli-Market has opened too. Next to the former “Jamie’s Kitchen,” the Dei-Market is open Monday-Saturday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Breakfast includes yogurt , oatmeal, fruit salad, bagels, omelets and even corned beef hash and eggs.
Lunch consists of a choice of nine salads ($5.95-$6.95) along with such sandwiches as a tuna melt, Reuben, Cuban (roast pork loin), and two veggie melts.
The specialty market features artisan breads, domestic and imported cheeses, fresh organic fruits, vegetables and herbs, gourmet oils, pet foods, and sundry items (health and beauty aids; cleaning and laundry supplies). http://www.thirdandninth.com/documents/thirdandninth-fullmenu.pdf
Over on Fourth Avenue, Friendly Chinese opened a month ago (with high palate ratings) . It is located inside the Flats on Fourth which is in the 1400 block of the Old Main Corridor.
The Wesvanawha Restaurant, 825 Fourth Avenue, plans to offer interactive mystery theatre productions with the first one August 6. Illusionist Todd Lovins performs July 31 ($10 ticket).
Located in the five story former Lewis Arcade, the lunch menu includes toasted subs on fresh Italian Bread ($5.95), a seven inch Italian pizza , bread bowls, as well as chef salad, grilled chicken salad, anti pasta, and tossed garden salad.
Visit, http://wesvanawha.com/about.html
And, a retailer will soon be opening in the former Wender’s location which is across from the Village Collection.
Pullman Plaza Playhouse will be holding auditions for “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” on Tuesday , August 10 from 2-8 p.m. ( http://archives.huntingtonnews.net/local/100710-rutherford-localpullmanplayhouse.html )
FILM CREW FROM BBC SPOTTED
Word has reached us that a film crew from the BBC has been visiting Huntington and taking shots of Pullman Square. Wonder what other locations are involved? Be nice to the British, everyone.
KINETIC NON TECHNOLOGICAL PARK
The U.S. Economic Development Administration gave the city a $1 million dollar grant which was used to develop a “technology” based business park. Due to the grant, the deed restricts upper level development. Now, the Huntington Municipal Development Authority (HMDA) would like to have the deep restriction removed so other types of business can be added.
Recently, Tom Bell told the Herald Dispatch that there are three prospective tenants, one of which would be the Nick J. Rahall II Appalachian Transportation Institute.
HMDA has a bid on property at the Huntington Industrial Center, too. It’s for $3.51 million, but contingent on securing state financing.
Due to the tenant shortage, HMDA has been using $400,000 in CDBG funds to HUD for the loan on KP.
Kinetic Park, originally considered as a site for Huntington High School, was financed through $9 million in grants plus $7.5 million in loans from state agencies and HUD. The most recent report stated that $4.68 is owed on the loans.
COUNCIL
At the July 26 Huntington City Council meeting, council approved resolutions that will bring $20,000 for expansion of the Paul Ambrose Trail for Health. Funds come from a Local Economic Development Assistance Grant.
In addition, council passed resolutions that will allow the Museum of Radio & Technology (in Harveytown) to accept a $5,000 grant which will be used toward construction of a steel building separate from the former Harveytown Elementary School which serves as the museum’s main site.
Council agreed to extend the lease of the City of Huntington Foundation on the upper portions of Huntington City Hall. The Foundation promotes the Huntington Hall of Fame at the Big Sandy Superstore Arena and the Fifth Avenue Theatre Company, which presents local theatrical productions in the Jean Carlo Stephenson Auditorium of City Hall.
Upcoming productions include “Steel Magnolias” and “White Christmas.” “Magnolia’s runs , at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday Sept. 17-18, 24-25 and at 2:30 p.m. Sunday Sept. 19 and Sept. 26. Tickets are $10. The Irving Berlin musical will be at 8 p.m. Dec . 3-4 and 10-11 and 2:30 p.m. Dec . 5 & 12.
FINALLY
Mayor Kim Wolfe complemented the Huntington Police Department and Huntington Street Department for their quick action following a “huge collapse of infrastructure” in the form of a sink hole on Fourth Avenue and Fifth Street. “We are awaiting a part to complete the repair,” Wolfe told council Monday.
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MOVING FORWARD: Huntington Positive & Progressive
By Tony Rutherford
Huntingtonnews.net Reporter
Huntington, WV (HNN) – Huntington Mayor Kim Wolfe , his administration and council have accented a “moving forward” theme. HNN introduces an occasional column wherein we assemble some of the good things that have happened, which may have been overshadowed by other developments.
BUSINESS
In case the heat waves and wetness has kept you away from downtown Huntington, there are a number of new restaurants to try. The Thai House has opened in the former Moe’s location at Pullman Square. It has entrees for under $10. This family run business has soothing art on the walls, table cloths, fresh flowers at the table and certain dishes served in the shape of the animal of choice.
Across the street, Third and Ninth Deli-Market has opened too. Next to the former “Jamie’s Kitchen,” the Dei-Market is open Monday-Saturday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Breakfast includes yogurt , oatmeal, fruit salad, bagels, omelets and even corned beef hash and eggs.
Lunch consists of a choice of nine salads ($5.95-$6.95) along with such sandwiches as a tuna melt, Reuben, Cuban (roast pork loin), and two veggie melts.
The specialty market features artisan breads, domestic and imported cheeses, fresh organic fruits, vegetables and herbs, gourmet oils, pet foods, and sundry items (health and beauty aids; cleaning and laundry supplies). http://www.thirdandninth.com/documents/thirdandninth-fullmenu.pdf
Over on Fourth Avenue, Friendly Chinese opened a month ago (with high palate ratings) . It is located inside the Flats on Fourth which is in the 1400 block of the Old Main Corridor.
The Wesvanawha Restaurant, 825 Fourth Avenue, plans to offer interactive mystery theatre productions with the first one August 6. Illusionist Todd Lovins performs July 31 ($10 ticket).
Located in the five story former Lewis Arcade, the lunch menu includes toasted subs on fresh Italian Bread ($5.95), a seven inch Italian pizza , bread bowls, as well as chef salad, grilled chicken salad, anti pasta, and tossed garden salad.
Visit, http://wesvanawha.com/about.html
And, a retailer will soon be opening in the former Wender’s location which is across from the Village Collection.
Pullman Plaza Playhouse will be holding auditions for “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” on Tuesday , August 10 from 2-8 p.m. ( http://archives.huntingtonnews.net/local/100710-rutherford-localpullmanplayhouse.html )
FILM CREW FROM BBC SPOTTED
Word has reached us that a film crew from the BBC has been visiting Huntington and taking shots of Pullman Square. Wonder what other locations are involved? Be nice to the British, everyone.
KINETIC NON TECHNOLOGICAL PARK
The U.S. Economic Development Administration gave the city a $1 million dollar grant which was used to develop a “technology” based business park. Due to the grant, the deed restricts upper level development. Now, the Huntington Municipal Development Authority (HMDA) would like to have the deep restriction removed so other types of business can be added.
Recently, Tom Bell told the Herald Dispatch that there are three prospective tenants, one of which would be the Nick J. Rahall II Appalachian Transportation Institute.
HMDA has a bid on property at the Huntington Industrial Center, too. It’s for $3.51 million, but contingent on securing state financing.
Due to the tenant shortage, HMDA has been using $400,000 in CDBG funds to HUD for the loan on KP.
Kinetic Park, originally considered as a site for Huntington High School, was financed through $9 million in grants plus $7.5 million in loans from state agencies and HUD. The most recent report stated that $4.68 is owed on the loans.
COUNCIL
At the July 26 Huntington City Council meeting, council approved resolutions that will bring $20,000 for expansion of the Paul Ambrose Trail for Health. Funds come from a Local Economic Development Assistance Grant.
In addition, council passed resolutions that will allow the Museum of Radio & Technology (in Harveytown) to accept a $5,000 grant which will be used toward construction of a steel building separate from the former Harveytown Elementary School which serves as the museum’s main site.
Council agreed to extend the lease of the City of Huntington Foundation on the upper portions of Huntington City Hall. The Foundation promotes the Huntington Hall of Fame at the Big Sandy Superstore Arena and the Fifth Avenue Theatre Company, which presents local theatrical productions in the Jean Carlo Stephenson Auditorium of City Hall.
Upcoming productions include “Steel Magnolias” and “White Christmas.” “Magnolia’s runs , at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday Sept. 17-18, 24-25 and at 2:30 p.m. Sunday Sept. 19 and Sept. 26. Tickets are $10. The Irving Berlin musical will be at 8 p.m. Dec . 3-4 and 10-11 and 2:30 p.m. Dec . 5 & 12.
FINALLY
Mayor Kim Wolfe complemented the Huntington Police Department and Huntington Street Department for their quick action following a “huge collapse of infrastructure” in the form of a sink hole on Fourth Avenue and Fifth Street. “We are awaiting a part to complete the repair,” Wolfe told council Monday.
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