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The filmmakers were able to take advantage of Dixie Square's recent demise, creating a stand-out scene early in the film that made viewers wonder if they really destroyed a mall. Yes they did, but not completely, because the mall is still standing today. Like a ruin, it's been taken over by vegetation, a reminder of more prosperous times.
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The latest news involves a developer who unveiled plans to bring national retailers to the site in a $74 million project that could create 1,000+ jobs for residents, many out of work. The project would involve demolition of the vacant mall to make way for potential retailers Costco, Kohl's, Old Navy, and others.
More information and images at these links:
Dixie Square.com
Dead Malls.com
The Rise & Fall of Dixie Square Mall
The Center for Land Use Interpretation
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