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50sSNIPES commented about Regal Northwest Annex on Mar 15, 2026 at 11:15 am

Spelling correction: Its THX and Dolby Stereo.

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50sSNIPES commented about Creekside Cinema 14 on Mar 15, 2026 at 11:14 am

I think the theater becoming part of EVO caused Screens 3 and 7 to close.

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50sSNIPES commented about Northgate Crossing 6 on Mar 14, 2026 at 11:28 pm

This actually closed shortly before the Northgate 14 opened in October 2005.

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50sSNIPES commented about Indian Lake 10 on Mar 14, 2026 at 11:20 pm

Taken over by Regal in February 1994.

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50sSNIPES commented about Blacksville Drive-In on Mar 14, 2026 at 11:16 pm

I wonder how many drive-ins actually did just that. A single drive-in crossing two different states is very rare to find.

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50sSNIPES commented about Forest Park Drive-In on Mar 14, 2026 at 11:02 pm

It was most likely demolished immediately after closure.

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50sSNIPES commented about Elmwood Theatre on Mar 14, 2026 at 8:38 pm

Closed in 1957. It was placed on sale after closure.

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50sSNIPES commented about Chief Drive-In on Mar 14, 2026 at 5:40 pm

Actual opening date is April 25, 1950.

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50sSNIPES commented about Parkway Cinema 6 on Mar 14, 2026 at 5:40 pm

Constructed by Sheila Owen Maynard, who previously operated the downtown Don Theatre.

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50sSNIPES commented about Colony Theatre on Mar 14, 2026 at 2:46 pm

Howard Jaudon was the original manager.

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50sSNIPES commented about Colony Theatre on Mar 14, 2026 at 2:23 pm

This was first operated by Sparks Theatres Inc. led by president E.J. Sparks. Originally housing 800 sponge-foam seats and RCA sound installations, the Colony Theatre opened its doors on February 29, 1940 with Wallace Beery in “The Man From Dakota” (unknown if extras added).

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50sSNIPES commented about Skyview Drive-In on Mar 14, 2026 at 1:57 pm

During its later years, Kerasotes also helped the Bloomer family by booking showtimes for the Skyview, despite not being operated by the chain itself.

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50sSNIPES commented about Dunes Plaza Cinema 1-6 on Mar 14, 2026 at 1:44 pm

Taken over by Kerasotes on April 16, 1989.

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50sSNIPES commented about Northwest Dollar Movies on Mar 14, 2026 at 1:28 pm

General Cinema operated the Northwest until it was purchased by Kerasotes on March 17, 1988, causing a one-day closure before reopening the following day.

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50sSNIPES commented about Washington Square Cinema 5 on Mar 14, 2026 at 1:21 pm

Fourth screen added on February 5, 1988.

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50sSNIPES commented about Plumb Theater on Mar 14, 2026 at 1:14 pm

Once operated by ABC Great States before Kerasotes took it over.

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50sSNIPES commented about Bonne Terre Cinema 1 & 2 on Mar 14, 2026 at 1:08 pm

Taken over by Kerasotes on December 21, 1977.

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50sSNIPES commented about Sullivan Drive-In on Mar 14, 2026 at 1:07 pm

Taken over by Kerasotes on May 1, 1975.

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50sSNIPES commented about Will Rogers Theatre on Mar 14, 2026 at 1:03 pm

Taken over by Kerasotes in late-May 1983.

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50sSNIPES commented about Time Theatre on Mar 14, 2026 at 1:02 pm

Taken over by Kerasotes in late-May 1983.

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50sSNIPES commented about North Towne Cinemas on Mar 14, 2026 at 12:56 pm

Atko Canton Theatres was its first operator, and was taken over by Kerasotes on October 14, 1983.

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50sSNIPES commented about Colonial Village Cinema on Mar 14, 2026 at 12:56 pm

Kerasotes took over the Colonial Village on October 14, 1983.

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50sSNIPES commented about Rivoli Theatre on Mar 14, 2026 at 12:47 pm

Taken over by Kerasotes on May 31, 1977.

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50sSNIPES commented about Blackstone Theatre on Mar 14, 2026 at 12:44 pm

Kerasotes took over the Blackstone on March 1, 1972.

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50sSNIPES commented about Anna Drive-In on Mar 14, 2026 at 12:27 pm

Taken over by Kerasotes on January 1, 1967.