Land Bank demolition

The demolition of the former Jim and Mary’s Bar is nearly complete. Ben’s Construction of Lima was laying the gravel for the site on Friday. (DHI Media/Nancy Spencer)

The demolition of the former Jim and Mary’s Bar is nearly complete.

Ben’s Construction of Lima start the demolition process on Aug. 17 and was laying the gravel for the site on Friday.

Several areas of the former bar still stand awaiting instruction from engineers. Portions of the building to north of the demolition will need capped to keep out moisture as well.