On Thursday, February 1, 1940, NBC may have been in New York City making history with the first inter-city television broadcast, but that was not all the buzz in Plymouth, Indiana. No, it was opening day for the new Rees Theatre that was heralded to have the latest in technology for the cinematic screen, adorned in the trendy Art Deco style with a dominance of burgundy and cream inside and out.
Read MoreLieutentant Governor Suzanne Crouch announced Marshall County Crossroads as the Stellar Communities 2019 Designee Thursday, Dec. 5. Marshall County Crossroads was one of four finalists for 2019. after dedication and collaboration, a room full of community leaders received good news during the phone call shortly after 10 a.m. Thursday morning announcing their success.
Read MorePlymouth Rockies assistant Coach Mike Kershner, his son William Kershner, assistant Coach Gene Skirvin, #78 Warren Sullivan, #64 Sam Driver, and #67 Reggie Vazquez #67 helped move a different Rockpile Saturday morning.
Read MoreWe would like to update you on the activity taking place at the theater in what is now Phase 3. Let’s pray for a mild-mannered fall so that exterior masonry work may continue toward an estimated completion by Turkey Day. (Well, we all know how that is going!) You will read, we have much to be thankful for this November. If you come into contact with any of the following individuals or companies, please express your many thanks for showing their love of this remarkable landmark.
Read MoreSandy Saenz, owner of ‘Simplee Stated Gifts’, will launch her first quarterly ‘Give Back Days’ event during Plymouth sidewalk sales in September. Saenz will be donating 15% of her sales to the Rees Theatre on Friday, September 20 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, September 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. To Saenz, the Rees Theatre is more than a building. “Like any true, historic monument, in order to keep it alive will take some effort.”
Read MoreThe Rees Theater has a new name and organizers behind the push to repurpose the former movie house are asking for the public’s help in picking out a new logo for the landmark. “We are excited about the movement forward in restoring this beloved theater which will become known simply as The REES,” Randy Danielson, co-chair of The REES Project Committee said via email Tuesday. “At this time, a logo is being selected for this multi-purpose venue.”
Read MorePublic awareness report 2016-2019. Announcement of Danielson Gift to Wythougan Valley Preservation Council to purchase the historic REES Theatre.
Read MoreThe Plymouth Park Board on Monday approved a request from the Rees Committee to use River Park Square for a fundraising concert early this summer.
Read MoreOrganizers behind the effort to save, refurbish and repurpose the Rees Theater in downtown Plymouth said they are grateful for the community’s support for the project, but fundraising efforts continue. “Ground support for the Rees Theater Project has swollen to date with over 350 individuals, organizations, businesses and corporations who have provided a combination of cash donations, pledges of support both financially and of services or materials,” said Randy Danielson, who is Rees Project co-chair with Donna Pontius.
Read More‘Arriah’ has raised over $1,000 for the REES Theater Project. Arriah’s owner, Denny Bottorff serves on the REES Project Committee and volunteers time to embellish the recently re-lit marquee. Arriah, who Bottorff affectionately refers to as his ‘marquee mutt’ because she often accompanies him while he volunteers, has drawn attention from people passing by.
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