The Odells were prominent figures in the early history of Twinsburg, and their story reflects the growth and development of the community in the 19th century. John Odell and Lydia Cody married in 1831, embarking on a journey that would see them play a pivotal role in the local economy. Just two years after their …
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Oct 01
This story is about the 30-year-long process of developing Birchwood Hills.
In 1964, developer Alex Seigler & Son, who built “Southgate,” came to Twinsburg with plans to build a 30-store shopping center between Routes 82 and 14. Their plan included 150 apartments, 100 new homes, a service station, a 100-room motel, a 50-room medical office building, and a 100-seat restaurant. Construction was to start in 1965.1974/1975 …