Store Collapse

Mexia Daily News - And The Wall Came Tumbling Down: "It's unclear whether or not Humpty Dumpty sat on it and caused the wall to fall, but what is known is the old 'Five-and-Dime' store which later became nothing but a vacant building, is apparently 'rickety' and could be dangerous for any pedestrian walking in the area. A professional crew had previously checked out the 'asbestos factor' and that issue has been abated (no more asbestos) in the downtown building at Commerce and Sherman, but so far no razing plans have been announced. The wall fell Saturday night, although the exact time is unknown. Guy Featherston, Dean of Navarro College-Mexia South Campus, Tuesday told The Daily News that indeed, plans are being accelerated, due to this episode. The building is owned by Navarro College. 'We have talked to a contractor,' Featherston said, 'But, the only holdup so far is its posing a danger to an adjacent building.' Nevertheless, look for an announcement to raze it soon. Inset picture shows the building located to the south, adjacent, and its awning, which has taken a decided dip."