Campus/Starkville Construction

[af102]

For those of us who haven't been in town since football season, what all can we expect to see that is new/under construction?

1. Library expansion ongoing (Opening Spring 2017)
2. Parking garage/classrooms behind post office (opening soon?)
3. 2 new dorms on the north side of campus where Evans and its parking lots used to be.
4. Apartments on Russel Street across from "The Mill" (http://theginonrussell.com/) and the other new ones behind down the hatch (http://www.russellstreetflats.com/)
5. New large gas station on the corner of S Montgomery and 12 by Capt D's is under construction
6. Arby's* is now Cookout
7. Hobie's in the old State Theater spot
8. New construction around the bars in the Cotton District (Bulldog Bash land issues)
9. New brewery, Mayhew Junction, is open
10. New apartments going up behind the grill http://www.balconymsu.com/
11. City Bagel development- http://tabordevelopment.com/509/wp-c...fo-Sheet-1.pdf

Anything else?

 

[FQDawg]

Old Venice is no more...

Been replaced by a BBQ place.

 

[notoriousD_O_G]

Cookout is where Arbys used to be not Krystals. Also when I was down there a few weeks ago the road by Rosey Babys downtown was blocked off

 

[af102]

Fixed. My brother told me the roads around The Grill are blocked off because they are building apartments behind it. http://www.balconymsu.com/

 

[J-Dawg]

That's a shame.

 

[Xenomorph]

Who is responsible for Russell Street Flats? Looks like a prison.

 

[The Peeper]

Isn't that terrible? Must have spent all their $$ on the land because they are so plain Jane on the outside

 

[af102]

It's pretty telling that the only actual photos they have posted are interior shots. Everything else is 3D renders.

 

[Xenomorph]

I can't believe something looking like that can get a construction permit. Did anybody bother to look at the plans?

 

[coach66]

I thought I read where Old Venice is going to re-open in a new location. Don't

know when.

 

[MaroonBelle]

There is construction going on at the Vet school (two different building sites) and there will be alot less parking there because of the loss of grassy area I would think. So if that is where you usually park I would plan on a new spot.

 

[The Peeper]

Old Venice supposedly building a new stand alone building near LaQuinta is what I was told by a guy that works for city of Starkvegas

 

[Junction John]

It will look much better once they color the picture**

*

 

[Shamoan]

if anyone has an opportunity, i would like to see photographic progress of the mixed use parking garage and the gin on russell projects...i have been curious about them both.

 

[johnson86-1]

Who is responsible for Russell Street Flats? Looks like a prison.

It's an Ole Miss guy from Vicksburg/Oxford. He's just trying to make Starkville ugly.**

 

[pDigital32Dawg]

I'll add to the list with some of my observations

- There's a new Baptist Student Union building near Zacharias village on campus.
- Russell Street Flats is an eye sore and very much the opposite of what was accomplished with The Mill's reopening.
- Both Chadwick Lake and Eckie's Pond have been drained and are at about half or less than half full. I heard Eckie's was due to dam failure? As for Chadwick, I've heard a pretty far out story on why it was being drained, but upon looking at the lake it appears there's some work going on there.
- The building where CJ's pizza was located looked to be either getting some renovation or prep for being torn down
- It seems that every patch of green-space in Starkville has erected an apartment complex. A city plan could go a long way to protect the integrity of the Cotton District and other areas
- For those with a sweet tooth, Strangebrew opened a new ice cream restaurant up next door called Churn and Spoon. I also heard there's a place similar to Jackson's Deep South Pops (Popsicle shop?) that opened in Starkville although I do not know the name or location.
- The Hwy 12/Russell street intersection is being renovated with crosswalks, brick medians, and new traffic lights.
- Back on the topic of housing, the Research Park has 3 new buildings on the circle that are Condos. They were built in about 3 weeks

 

[pDigital32Dawg]

I normally do an annual Starkville picture thread but won't get around to it this year before football season it appears. I wasn't pleased with the Gin project on Russell Street when I first heard it was announced. However, after seeing Russell Flats appear out of thin air, it makes The Gin look really impressive.

 

[BoomBoom.sixpack]

I'll add to the list with some of my observations

- There's a new Baptist Student Union building near Zacharias village on campus.
- Russell Street Flats is an eye sore and very much the opposite of what was accomplished with The Mill's reopening.
- Both Chadwick Lake and Eckie's Pond have been drained and are at about half or less than half full. I heard Eckie's was due to dam failure? As for Chadwick, I've heard a pretty far out story on why it was being drained, but upon looking at the lake it appears there's some work going on there.
- The building where CJ's pizza was located looked to be either getting some renovation or prep for being torn down
- It seems that every patch of green-space in Starkville has erected an apartment complex. A city plan could go a long way to protect the integrity of the Cotton District and other areas
- For those with a sweet tooth, Strangebrew opened a new ice cream restaurant up next door called Churn and Spoon. I also heard there's a place similar to Jackson's Deep South Pops (Popsicle shop?) that opened in Starkville although I do not know the name or location.
- The Hwy 12/Russell street intersection is being renovated with crosswalks, brick medians, and new traffic lights.
- Back on the topic of housing, the Research Park has 3 new buildings on the circle that are Condos. They were built in about 3 weeks

the gourmet pops store is on Facebook, but i'm too lazy to look it up and link it.

what does it matter to have a city plan, when the board gives out variances like candy?

 

[HammerOfTheDogs]

Is Mr. Cook still on Lee Blvd.?

 

[Palos verdes]

Cookout is where Arbys used to be not Krystals. Also when I was down there a few weeks ago the road by Rosey Babys downtown was blocked off

Cookout has been absolutely slammed each time I've driven by. Is it really good or new?

 

[tired]

It's decent but it's cheap. Haven't eaten at the one in Starkvegas but here you get 2 sides with a burger & a drink for around $6. The shakes are pretty good.

 

[Southern Law Dawg]

Cookout has been absolutely slammed each time I've driven by. Is it really good or new?

I am a manager there. We are constantly slammed because we offer a make your own combo that gives you an entree, two sides, and a drink for just $4.99, the food is great by fast food standards (never frozen burgers are a rarity in the industry), and we are open super late. The concept was practically designed with a college town in mind.

 

[Faustdog]

And you can get a corn dog as a side.

 

[Dawg1976]

Backyard Burger could learn a few things from your restaurant. A basic combo burger deal cost $9.60 here. Not sure what those idiots are thinking. Won't be going back.

 

[Dawgbite]

The reason for the construction at Chadwick Lake is because the ground was eroding up to and under the sidewalk / walking track. There was fear that a section of the walkway would slide into the lake.

 

[Crucifictorious]

The Popsicle place is on Main Street in part of what once was Dawg House

 

[The Peeper]

As stated Eckies Pond dam was seeping and water was getting in the Petroleum Lab building. It's been drained since back in the winter and last time I looked it was full of weeds. Supposed to be repairing the dam and refilling.

 

[coach66]

How late will you stay open on ballgame weekends this fall? Need a late night

place to grab a bite after late games.

 

[aTotal360]

Look up the word "packed" and you'll see a picture of Cookout after a late game. I wouldn't even try it.

 

[dawgstudent]

Mr. Cook was some good stuff. Had 2 of them in Vicksburg growing up.

 

[coach66]

Prolly right!

nm

 

[Cowdog]

And you can get a corn dog as a side.

I wasn't aware Cookouts was a Red Stick original!

 

[Southern Law Dawg]

place to grab a bite after late games.

3AM on weeknights, 4AM on weekends. Plenty late for anything State related, even with post game traffic factored in. If traffic in the early morning is an issue, like the LSU game last year, we won't stop serving food until every car is off the lot, so late night rushes are no big deal.

Look up the word "packed" and you'll see a picture of Cookout after a late game. I wouldn't even try it.

When we are rolling, we put cars through the drive through at a rate of 40 seconds per car. We invented a drive through line ordering system just to put cars through faster during peak hours. It is a necessity because otherwise SPD has a word with us about blocking traffic.

I wasn't aware Cookouts was a Red Stick original!

North Carolina, but I get the reference.

Other sides that get the reaction "You can get (side) as a side?!?" are chicken nuggets, Quesadillas, chicken wraps, and a bacon wrap. Full menu here, minus prices: http://www.cookout.com/menu/

The most expensive thing on the menu outside of the tray is the BBQ plate, which is just $3.99, so really anyone can afford just about anything.

 

[aTotal360]

Great info. I'll definitely stop by after a game. Look for me...I'll be sunburned, tipsy, and wearing a maroon shirt.

 

[maroonwhitedawg3ddd]

Live in Columbus my daughter goes to State and I've been there 3 times this month we love the cookout! Good food and great prices!

 

[Villagedawg]

You mean Burger Chef. nm

nm

 

[Villagedawg]

Pretty good but no go on the Discover debit issued by Cadence that half of Starkville uses. However I went through the drive through without knowing this, and the manager comped my meal. He said he would stop doing this after a day or two. Appreciated the gesture. I rarely carry cash, so I probably won't be going there much at all.

 

[InTheIttaBenaHotSun]

Mr. Cook was some good stuff. Had 2 of them in Vicksburg growing up.

I remember the one on Clay next to the Bowling Alley. Where was the other one?

 

[InTheIttaBenaHotSun]

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It was originally Burger Chef and then was a Mr. Cook's.....Burger Chef was a looong time ago. You from Tha Burg?

 

[Villagedawg]

Nah. Tupelo. I was referring to the Mr. Cook on Lee Blvd just off MSU campus near present day Campus Book Mart. It was originally Burger Chef as you said a loooong time ago. Mid to late 70s.