Akron... The Highland Theater on West Market Street in Akron faces imminent demolition, according to this recent story from WKYC television. Opened in 1936, the Highland received a half-million dollar renovation in 2000, and has shown first-run movies for the last two years. The story notes surprise and concern expressed by neighborhood residents. A photo of the Highland facade and marquee is available here.

Cleveland... It was a bizarre accident, and one that may prove costly to local history. On January 10, a motorist crashed into one of the bases of the Euclid Beach Park Arch, the sole surviving remnant of the Euclid Beach Amusement Park. Click here for a story, photos and video. Euclid Beach Amusement Park, which closed in 1969, is profiled in this Wikipedia article. As of the time of this entry, there is no further word on whether or not the arch can be saved – although preservation clearly has the support of the local ward councilman.

Indian Hill... A metal, wood and glass modular house constructed in 1952 and designed by architect Woodie Garber is in danger of possible loss as a local developer has requested a demolition permit for the property, according to this article in the Cincinnati Enquirer. Garber designed several other houses in Cincinnati area, as well as the main building of Cincinnati-Hamilton County Public Library. Although only a bit over 50 years old, the uniqueness of design and quality of construction has caught attention of Cincinnati Preservation Association, which is advocating for its future.

Photo: Euclid Beach Park Arch, Cleveland/Stu_Spivak/Creative Commons License