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Central-Hower High School to be sold to Quaker Square owners for redevelopment
The developers behind the reimagination of Quaker Square have agreed to buy Central-Hower High School from the University of Akron to turn it into studio, office and maker spaces. Kyle Craven, the developer who is leading the effort, said he plans to model the old school building after the Bok in Philadelphia, another former school…
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University Park is located directly east of downtown Akron. This neighborhood is home to the University of Akron and its athletic facilities, EJ Thomas Hall and the Thirsty Dog Brewing Co. Tap House.
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