Kyova Mall
In 2005, Eggleston Associates of Cincinnati, Ohio, purchased the mall from its original developer. Shortly thereafter, a new plan for the mall was developed; Eggleston also renamed the mall Kyova Mall. A new roof was also installed, which included repairs to the central segment of the shopping center, as it was in bad condition. Talks began again for a movie theatre in the slot where one had originally been planned. Steve & Barry's opened in the old Kmart in 2005.
On May 11, 2006, plans were announced to add a new movie theater complex to the mall; within a year, it had been confirmed that Phoenix Theatres would open a location in the former Phar-Mor. as Phoenix had more experience in retrofitting theateres into existing retail big-box stores The 10-screen theater, which opened in May 2007, includes high-back "stadium seating" chairs, making it the second theater in the region to feature stadium seating. Since the opening of the theater, the mall has seen a significant increase in traffic, although only 21% of its smaller shop space is occupied.
On May 22, 2007 voters in Boyd County approved alcohol sales in the county by a 67% margin; all but one precinct voted in favor. The law would allow alcohol to be served in restaurants that seat at least 100 people that have food sales as 70% of total revenue. The measure, pushed by the management at the mall in order to boost business and attract new restaurants, went to ballot after 6,000 signatures were signed in support. Steve & Barry's closed in September 2008.
September 2008, Wilma's Dress Shop, featuring bridal and formal wear, opened and Knot Just Pretzels joined the mall food court.
In November 2008, Sophia's opened featuring makeovers, clothing, accessories and Lee Middleton Dolls.
In December 2008, RJ Kahuna's Sports Bar & Grill opened.
In January 2009, Custom Metal Creations opened after coming into the mall as a holiday shop. Chris' Gyros joined the food court leaving one vacancy and Summit Brokerage Services opened. Dollar Tree opened in February 2009. T-Bird's Diner opened in early 2010 in the food court.
In October 2010, the Ashland Table Tennis Club (ATTC) began utilizing the former Radio Shack store space.
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