By the late '90s, MALL 205 was in a downward spiral. A new owner took charge in 1999. Over the next 3 years, they did a retail resuscitation. The mall was renovated inside and out and new stores brought in. These included Bed, Bath & Beyond, 24 Hour Fitness and Famous Footwear.
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An abandoned north anchor structure was rebuilt as a Home Depot, which opened for business in November 2001.

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