Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Schwartz Building

 The Schwartz Building, at the corner of Main and University has sold. The building had sat empty for several months, after the last tenant, Exit Realty, moved out and several squatters moved in by breaking windows and gaining access. The new owner plans to leave the exterior pretty much as it is and do a lot of rehab work, including replacing all the windows. 

I see the window with the "Moist" graffiti, which has been there for about a decade, has already been replaced. 

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

SI Pawn

 From what I hear, SI Pawn is looking to move from its current West Walnut location to a spot on North Illinois, likely next to the Thrift Shop. Would actually be a good symbiotic relationship.  People can take their items into SI Pawn, then, if SI Pawn does not want them, donate them to the Thrift Shop next door.